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Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year

Part-time

Newton Community School District

Newton, IAPart-time$15.5/hrPosted 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$15.5/hr
Location
Newton, IA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Newton Community School District is hiring a Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year. The Newton Community School District is seeking a Substitute Custodian for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves performing custodial duties on an as-needed basis to cover for absent staff. The successful candidate must pass a criminal history background check and prework physical requirements. Hours and assignment frequency will vary based on district needs and the substitute's availability.

Key focus areas include Perform custodial cleaning tasks as assigned, Lift up to 100 pounds as required, and Read and follow cleaning chemical directions.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Demonstrated Aptitude, and Lift Up To 100 Pounds. Important skills include Aptitude For Work, Read And Comprehend Directions, Understand And Carry Out Federal Regulations, and Follow Policies And Practices.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Aptitude for WorkRead and Comprehend DirectionsUnderstand and Carry Out Federal RegulationsFollow Policies and Practices

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentAbility to Lift 100 PoundsPass DCI Criminal History Background CheckPass Prework Physical Requirements

Full job description

Substitute Custodian 2026-2027 School Year JobID: 1510

  • Position Type:

Substitute/ Substitute - Custodian

  • Date Posted:

7/6/2026

  • Location:

Maintenance - NCSD

  • Date Available:

2026-2027 School Year

  • Closing Date:

06/30/2027

Position: Substitute Custodian

Location: Newton Community School District

Substitute Hourly Wage: $15.50/hour

Job Description: See attached

*Hired applicants must be able to pass both the DCI criminal history background check and the prework physical requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.

  • Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

  • Ability to read and comprehend directions for use of cleaning chemicals.

  • Ability to understand and carry out mandatory federal regulations.

  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

  • Ability to follow policies and practices.

To apply for this position please complete the online application and upload a cover letter addressed to Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources.

  • The Human Resources Office will receive notification that the application has been submitted.

  • HR will then send the DCI Background check form to the applicant.

  • Upon approval from DCI, applicant will receive information about the substitute onboarding process.

Position Information:Substitute employees will benotified of available substitute assignmentson an as-needed basis to fill in for absent staff. Hours and the frequency of assignments will vary depending on district staffing needs, employee absences, and the substitute's availability.

Continuous Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the Newton Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact Laura Selover, Director of Human Resources, 1302 1st Avenue West, Newton, Iowa 50208, (641) 792-5809, [email protected] .

NCSD Website: https://www.newtoncsd.org/

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