Employment Opportunities

Position Summary
Pulaski Academy seeks a thorough housekeeper with excellent cleanliness standards to attend to all areas of our facilities. The goal is to enhance customer experience by keeping our facilities in clean and orderly condition.

Essential Position Duties
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and tidy all areas to the standard cleanliness within time limits
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Create daily job lists and record all serviced rooms
• Maintain equipment in good condition
• Report on any shortages, damages, or security issues
• Handle reasonable guest complaints/requests and inform others when required
• Check stocking levels of all consumables
• Comply with health and safety regulation and act in line with company policies and licensing laws

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven working experience in relevant field
• Ability to work independently and remain motivated
• Helpful with customer service orientation
• Prioritisation and time management skills
• Professionalism, along with speed and attention to detail
• Knowledge of the English language
• High school degree

Experience:

• Housekeeping: 1 year (Preferred)

To Apply
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume (including references), and statement of educational philosophy to Christy Scroggin, Director of Human Resources, [email protected]

Position Summary
The General Maintenance Worker will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, general landscaping, and other building systems. 

Essential Position Duties
Duties of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools and lawn equipment. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

To Apply
Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume (including references), and statement of educational philosophy to Christy Scroggin, Director of Human Resources, [email protected]

Summary of Position: 

Pulaski Academy is seeking a qualified candidate for afterschool care (Extended Day). The Extended Day teacher, under the supervision of the Program Director,  is responsible for confidently managing day-to-day classroom duties and supporting the overall well-being and safety of the students in their charge. Teachers must be dependable, energetic, and enthusiastic regarding their assigned roles in and out of the classroom, and have a desire to grow professionally. The ideal candidate is flexible, creative, and adaptable to a changing work environment. This position qualifies for health benefits, 401K, and tuition reduction. 

The Extended Day programs work closely with campus-wide division Heads to provide a pathway for standout candidates to transition to future full-time positions at Pulaski Academy. 

Requirements:

1. Minimum of a high school diploma
2. Must successfully pass a background check 
3. 1-year minimum experience in a camp/classroom setting, or youth program, working directly with children, or in a related field. Education major preferred, but not mandatory
4. CPR/First Aid certification preferred, but not mandatory

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Actively monitor and assist school-age children, first through fourth grade, during their scheduled lunch period
• Relieve the school office receptionist for a lunch break. Light duties include answering the phone, checking students in/out, etc.  
• Leads children, by example and otherwise, adhering to the program guidelines and school motto. 
• Maintains a warm and positive environment in the classroom, while establishing and managing classroom rules and regulations
• Maintains a professional status through dress and communication 
• Participates fully in student activities and teacher duties  
• Actively supervises students at all times to ensure their health, welfare, and safety.
• Creates and carries out age-appropriate activities using the provided monthly thematic units as a guide
• Practices and promotes positive interactions with and among parents, children, and coworkers. 
• Assumes responsibility for the care of classroom materials, equipment, and facilities
• Complete yearly age-appropriate professional development training to meet the state-required 15-hours
• Other duties as assigned

Physical requirements and work environment:

• Be able to walk, bend, stand, squat, or sit on the floor (with children) throughout a 7-hour day. 
• Be able to walk up and down steps several times each day.
• Be able to physically respond quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Be actively engaged and involved with children each day; including planning daily outdoor time in all ranges of temperatures or humidity levels; subject to safety guidelines.

Summary of Position: 

Pulaski Academy is seeking a qualified candidate for afterschool care (Extended Day). The Extended Day teacher, under the supervision of the Program Director, is responsible for confidently managing day-to-day classroom duties and supporting the overall well-being and safety of the students in their charge. Teachers must be dependable, energetic, and enthusiastic regarding their assigned roles in and out of the classroom, and have a desire to grow professionally. 

The Extended Day programs work closely with campus-wide division Heads to provide a pathway for standout candidates to transition to future full-time positions at Pulaski Academy. 

Requirements:

1. Minimum of a high school diploma
2. Must successfully pass a background check 
3. 1-year minimum experience in a camp/classroom setting, or youth program, working directly with children, or in a related field. Education major preferred, but not mandatory
4. CPR/First Aid certification preferred, but not mandatory

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leads children, by example and otherwise, adhering to the program guidelines and school motto. 
• Maintains a warm and positive environment in the classroom, while establishing and managing classroom rules and regulations
• Maintains a professional status through dress and communication 
• Participates fully in student activities and teacher duties  
• Actively supervises students at all times to ensure their health, welfare, and safety.
• Creates and carries out age-appropriate activities using the provided monthly thematic units as a guide
• Practices and promotes positive interactions with and among parents, children, and coworkers. 
• Assumes responsibility for the care of classroom materials, equipment, and facilities
• Complete yearly age-appropriate professional development training to meet the state-required 15-hours
• Other duties as assigned

Physical requirements and work environment:

• Be able to walk, bend, stand, squat, or sit on the floor (with children).
• Be able to walk up and down steps several times each day.
• Be able to physically respond quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Be actively engaged and involved with children each day; including planning daily outdoor time in all ranges of temperatures or humidity levels; subject to safety guidelines.

Position Summary 
Transport students on bus routes and/or special events. Ensure adherence to safety rules with an emphasis on safety over time schedules. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.

Essential Functions 

• Follow safety rules as students are boarding and exiting buses, and as they cross streets near bus stops.
• Comply with traffic regulations in order to operate buses in a safe manner. Must be familiar with and monitor tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order.
• Maintain order among students during trips, in order to ensure safety.
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood and/or special event locations, following strict time schedules.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, and/or fares received.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Escort small children across roads and highways.

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or equivalency is preferred. Candidates must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes, passenger and school bus endorsements. Applicants must pass a DOT physical, pre-employment drug test, FBI and ASP Background check and Child Maltreatment background check. 

Special Skills & Abilities
Must possess the ability to deal with members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. Be willing to take care of the customers’ needs while following procedures. Must be able to deal with students and be able to work effectively with people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, or religion. Should possess the ability to act calmly during stressful situations, not being hasty or reckless and must be able to respond effectively to emergency situations.
 

Please use the Support Staff Application to apply for the substitute role. 

For more details about substitute opportunities at PA, please contact our Director of Human Resources, Christy Scroggin, at [email protected] or 501-831-946.