Substitute Custodian

Young World Physical Education; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Substitute Custodian for North Providence Public Schools. This role involves maintaining the cleanliness of the school facilities, performing tasks such as emptying wastebaskets, cleaning floors, and ensuring safety in the environment. The ideal candidate must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, have reliable transportation, and possess strong interpersonal skills.

The starting hourly rate is $18.00, with varying hours. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with the ability to respond to emergent needs calmly. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of assigned areas.
• Empty and clean wastebaskets and replace supplies.
• Perform snow removal and address safety hazards.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning equipment and techniques

Reliability

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 5564328
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jun 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Job Summary

Title: Substitute Custodian
Location: North Providence Public Schools, North Providence, Rhode Island
Starting Date: Immediately
Schedule: Hours will vary
Hourly Rate: $18.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the appearances and function of the assigned building and grounds.
• Complete daily cleaning and monitor upkeep of all areas, including, but not limited to, hallways, offices, classrooms, restrooms, etc.
• Empty, clean and reline all wastebaskets throughout the building.
• Replace lightbulbs as needed.
• Replace soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc., as needed.
• Sweep, scrub, wax and burnish floors as needed.
• Assist in locking and securing buildings.
• Assist school personnel as requested.
• Routinely inspect all areas for possible safety hazards and address them appropriately.
• Snow removal and apply salt to slippery surfaces as needed.
• Monitor custodial supplies (inventory/orders).
• Monitor and respond to District-related email communications.
• Complete mandatory trainings as assigned through the District’s Learning Management System (LMS) in a timely manner.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Facilities Manager.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision. Occasionally, yet essential to this position, the employee must meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and with other personnel.

The position may require the employee to work irregular or extended hours; has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being of others; and must be able to meet multiple demands from several personnel.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.

Position Type

Part-time

Equal Opportunity Employer

The North Providence School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestral origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Superintendent’s office to request reasonable accommodation to participate in a program or activity sponsored by the North Providence School Department.

Job Requirements

• Reasonable knowledge of cleaning equipment and techniques.
• Must have reliable transportation and be available to report to work on short notice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to provide an annual certificate of good health from a treating physician.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with established North Providence policies and legal requirements.
• Ability to respond and react calmly to emergent needs and notify appropriate administrators.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to create positive relationships and work collaboratively.
• Strong oral and organizational skills with an excellent attention to detail.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong time management skills.
• Willingness to promote the general goals of the District.
• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma.
• Three recent professional letters of reference.
• Bilingual (preferred).
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

If offered a position with North Providence Public Schools, you are required to obtain a national criminal background check with fingerprinting obtained at the State Attorney General's Office.

If your background check is returned and acceptable for employment, you will be asked to return to complete onboarding paperwork to include the "Employment Eligibility Verification, USCIS I-9" as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Here you will attest to your employment authorization and must also provide acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

Contact Information

• Jomarie Piccirillo
• 1820 Mineral Spring Avenue
• North Providence, Rhode Island 02904
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]