Childcare Custodian (Part-Time)

As a Childcare Custodian at All Around Children, your primary responsibilities will include maintaining cleanliness throughout the center, which involves tasks such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing various areas including classrooms and restrooms. You will also assist with inventory management for cleaning supplies and ensure that trash removal is performed routinely. Your role is crucial in creating a welcoming environment for staff, parents, and most importantly, the children.

To qualify for the Childcare Custodian role at All Around Children, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in commercial cleaning or custodial work is preferred but not mandatory. Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills are essential. Moreover, you should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and pass a background check.

Yes! The part-time Childcare Custodian position at All Around Children is designed to offer flexibility. Your working hours can be scheduled to accommodate your personal commitments while still ensuring that the center remains clean and safe for children.

Working as a Childcare Custodian at All Around Children comes with a comprehensive benefits package. This includes dental and vision coverage, short-term disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We prioritize the health and wellness of our staff, which is why we provide 100% employer-paid life insurance as well.

All Around Children stands out as a fantastic place to work due to its family-oriented approach and commitment to professional development. Our custodians play a vital role in creating a clean environment, and we value their contributions highly. We provide opportunities for growth, a supportive work culture, and a chance to make a meaningful impact on young children's lives.

During the interview, demonstrate your understanding of time management and organization by explaining how you would assess areas needing immediate attention, such as restrooms and high-traffic zones, and create a cleaning schedule based on daily needs.

Provide a specific example showcasing your problem-solving skills, ideally related to an unexpected mess or a high-volume cleaning day. Highlight how you tackled the issue, maintained efficiency, and ensured the area was safe and clean for children.

Talk about the importance of using non-toxic, child-safe cleaning supplies. Explain how you would ensure sanitation while protecting children's health and the environment, stressing adherence to any provided cleaning protocols.

Emphasize your communication skills and approachable demeanor. Share strategies, such as warm greetings, showing willingness to help, and fostering an open dialogue that ensures everyone feels respected and valued in the environment.

Express your passion for working in a childcare setting and how you value being part of a mission-driven organization. Mention your admiration for how All Around Children prioritizes both children's care and staff member wellbeing.

Discuss your commitment to collaboration, clear communication, and supporting your colleagues. Mention using teamwork to maintain a clean environment while fostering a supportive atmosphere for everyone at the center.

Describe your approach to inventory management, including regular checks of stock levels, keeping an inventory list, and proactively ordering supplies ahead of running low to ensure your cleaning responsibilities are met without interruption.

Show your openness to feedback by explaining that you view it as an opportunity for improvement and growth. Discuss how you would welcome conversations about best practices and adapt your methods to align with team expectations.

Outline the safety measures you consider essential, such as using personal protective equipment, following proper cleaning techniques, and ensuring that cleaning products are used and stored safely, particularly around children.

Share examples of previous roles where you were responsible for managing your cleaning tasks with minimal supervision. Highlight your initiative and ability to self-motivate in completing assignments efficiently and effectively.