Employment

Christian Heritage Academy in Northfield has an immediate opening for a before school Child Care Supervisor. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM – 8:30 AM, for $25/day. Please help us spread the word and contact Linda Ng if you are interested in this position!

Christian Heritage Academy in Northfield has an immediate opening for a full-time Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician performs facility and grounds maintenance, including some routine cleaning and basic security and safety tasks. Candidates should have a saving faith in Christ and a general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry. 

This is a benefits eligible position with a pay rate of $21-24 per hour. Please contact Linda Ng at 847-446-5252 or employment@christianheritage.org for more information.

Requirements:

• A demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith as outlined in the Academy’s Statement of Faith and active participation in a local church congregation.
• A demonstrated heart for the advancement and development of Christian education and the Mission of Christian Heritage Academy. 
• An ability to maintain discretion and absolute confidentiality in all matters.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce directives and safety procedures.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain a courteous and respectful attitude in all situations.
• The ability and desire to work in a team-oriented environment in a supportive, transparent and solution-driven fashion.
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry.
• An ability to work independently, take initiative, and prioritize tasks; must be able to manage multiple tasks with periodic interruptions.
• Must demonstrate some technology skills such as using a maintenance app for tasks.
• Must demonstrate flexibility in work hours.

General Responsibilities:

• Receive and follow instructions as directed by the Coordinator of Facilities or Administrators.
• Perform general custodial duties such as cleaning, sweeping, vacuuming, trash removal, etc. 
• Perform maintenance and repairs and other special projects (i.e. plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, etc.) as directed. 
• Learn the mechanical systems of the school to the extent that systems can be maintained in the absence of the Building Engineer.
• Handle emergency cleaning duties during the school day (i.e. spills, throw ups, restroom messes).
• Lift, move and set up furniture and equipment as needed, including helping in the auditorium set up for chapels.
• Perform special renovation and maintenance projects as assigned. 
• Assist with the preparation of special events and activities to include, but not necessarily limited to, setting up, tearing down, and cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety and Grounds Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Adhere to safety practices, guidelines, and operating procedures at all times. 
• Assist in traffic control during school arrivals and dismissals.
• Monitor windows and doors to ensure building security. 
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and neatness of school building, property and grounds, including sidewalks, parking lots, playground areas, common areas, and planting areas.
• Perform snow and ice removal duties, including sanding and salting walkways.
• Must be flexible with work hours/schedule and be ready to report to work on a non-work day or holiday in case of an emergency, weather, or environmental event.

The role of a substitute teacher is to be a competent, temporary replacement for the classroom teacher. In addition to a personal faith in Jesus Christ, prospective candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education, and have experience working with children in an educational setting. Qualified candidates must be able to manage a classroom, actively engage with the students, and have a willingness to follow the plans established by the classroom teacher. The pay rate is $15.00 per hour.

The Traffic Monitor effectively directs traffic on campus in a safe and efficient manner before and/or after school. This is a part-time, school year position. Hours are 7:45-8:45 AM and 3:00-4:00 PM on normal school days; 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM on early dismissal days. Additional hours may be available for special events. Hourly pay rate is $15.

Requirements

• A demonstrated commitment to the Christian faith as outlined in the Academy’s Statement of Faith.

• A demonstrated heart for the Mission of Christian Heritage Academy.

• Personable, even-tempered, and able to handle occasional stressful situations.

• Demonstrate proactivity and strong problem solving skills; ability to work independently.

• Reliable, consistent and punctual attendance.

• Ability to operate a two-way radio.

• Experience working with children, in security, or in a customer-facing position is preferred.

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain a courteous and respectful attitude in all situations.

• An ability to maintain discretion and absolute confidentiality in all matters.

• The ability and desire to work in a team-oriented environment in a supportive, transparent and solution-driven fashion.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time and in all types of weather conditions outdoors.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Physically capable of clear body movements and non-verbal directions.

• Ability to hear or speak to exchange information in a clear and precise manner.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to hold up signs.

Responsibilities

• Arrange traffic barriers and signage appropriately and according to instructions prior to arrival and dismissal.

• Direct traffic safely and effectively in a friendly manner.

• Respond quickly and calmly to unexpected traffic patterns and emergencies; exercise good judgment and caution in situations.

• Communicate and enforce traffic rules and procedures to students, parents, and staff; deal tactfully and courteously with all.

• Communicate effectively with other arrival and dismissal volunteers and staff; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

• Monitor, transmit and receive information over multiple channels of two-way radio.

• Detect emergencies; identify problems or potential problem areas; and recommend solutions.

• Observe, identify and report needs, issues, incidents, or potential problem areas to supervisor; prepare documentation when necessary.

Please contact Linda Ng at employment@christianheritage.org if you have any questions or to apply.