Openings as of 2/7/2026

Full-Time Custodian

JobID: 2152

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian


Date Posted:
  12/13/2024


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145

FULL-TIME CUSTODIAN 
Summary
Works an assigned schedule at a school site performing custodial duties and limited maintenance work. 
Duties and Responsibilities:
 
• Priority is providing clean learning spaces for our teachers and students.
• Performs a variety of custodial tasks such as general cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, floor scrubbing, floor stripping, floor finishing and carpet cleaning.
• Sets up and takes down furniture and equipment for daily lunches and other events including meetings and any other functions.
• Performs semi-skilled maintenance work to building fixtures and furniture as needed.
• Performs semi-skilled preventative maintenance work to facility cleaning equipment when required.
• Pulls trash can liners with trash from roll around cans and lifts them into the dumpster.
• Shovels snow, scrapes ice, spreads salt and picks up trash from facility property as needed.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 70 pounds, such as cleaning supplies, cleaning equipment, loading and unloading trucks.
 
Knowledge (Paid Training Provided):
 
• All aspects of hard and soft surface cleaning, window cleaning, VCT, LVT, wood, rubber, tartan and linoleum floor work, and the use of all types of cleaning chemicals, supplies and equipment for all tasks.
• Various hand cleaning equipment such as brooms, dust pans, wet mops, dry mops, dusters, pails and buckets
• Various light equipment such as all types of ladders, furniture dollies, supply dollies, mop buckets and wringers
• Various heavy equipment such as wet/dry vacuums, vacuum cleaners, walk behind, riding, swing and burnishing floor machines and a carpet extractor machine. High lift equipment.
• Knowledge of the use of hand and some power tools
• Grounds keeping work, interior and exterior painting work and power washing.
• Building safety practices and procedures
 
Requirements:
 
• The ability to travel between buildings. 5 buildings in total within a small geographic area. This position will be assigned a building and zone but is subject to change based on the department needs.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be flexible to be able to travel between all facilities as required or needed.
• Must be required to contact the facility principal or any maintenance staff member with any issues that need immediate attention or any type of emergency. Maintains all the equipment that are used for your position daily.
 
Experience
 
• Experience not required, but preferred
 
Qualifications:
 
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, procedures, and safety issues
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Have a high standard, staying organized, and being a team-player
 
Education:
Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent 
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to document solutions and resolutions into ticket / knowledgebase system. 
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 where reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds such as salt bags, cleaning supplies, cleaning equipment, and unloading and loading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 lb. such as cleaning equipment and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, cleaning equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus must have the ability to work at various height levels. 
Safety Requirements:
Follows all school district applicable safety rules, procedures, practices and regulations governing the proper use of all hand and power tools and equipment used in the performance of duties assigned. Uses appropriate personal protective equipment wear such as safety glasses, gloves, masks and all other body protection equipment required for performing the required work of this job description. Must comply with the school districts chemical hygiene program and follow all SDS and OSHA standards. Safety equipment will be provided.

Benefits:
Salary: Starting at $15.00 depending on experience
Insurance: Medical/Dental insurance available on your 1st day of employment with generous Board-paid portions. Please see attached Benefit Guide

 


Attachment(s):
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Guide



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Maintenance Technician

JobID: 5528

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance General


Date Posted:
  1/29/2026


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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Maintenance Technician
Summary
Under general supervision of the CITO, performs skilled work in maintenance trades with experience in our 21st Century Operations department. Trades include the following: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, equipment repairs, HVAC, sprinklers, welding, locksmithing, and repairs. This individual will provide a high level of customer service to all students, staff, and administration to keep the buildings operating at a high standard level. The ability to work independently and as a team is required. Assisting in project planning, scope of work, quoting, will be required at times. This person must be a problem solver, cost saver, and provide a high level of customer service and knowledge daily. Our organization follows the Six Sigma 5S method of organization.
Duties and Responsibilities: 
• Performs skill maintenance, installation, and repair to all buildings and equipment in connection with the following trades.
  • HVAC (repairs, filter replacement, testing, welding, metal fabrication)
    • Inspecting boilers, valves, switches, water levels, ventilation
    • Maintain proper temperatures in all buildings
  • Electrical
  • Carpentry
    • Maintain all cabinetries, appliances.
    • Apply finishes to wood, metal, glass, drywall, concrete
    • Flooring including tile and carpet
    • Ceiling tile repair
  • Plumbing
    • Repairs and maintenance
    • Gas repairs and inspections
  • Safety/Security
    • Knowledge of OSHA requirements and implements them
    • Locksmith responsibilities (hardware, cores, key control)
  • Buildings and Grounds
    • Maintain safe grounds outside (snow removal, pot hole repair, etc.)
    • General landscaping (trees, mulch, tree care)
  • Use of hand and electric tools
  • Snow removal / salting / creating safe outdoor spaces
  • Use of ticket / work order system including IncidentIQ and Microsoft Planner in order to keep a to-do list and maintain a fast turn around time for staff
  • Many other misc. repairs to anything construction related to maintain a high level of service
  • Provide custodial duties as needed
  • Work with 3rd party contractors as needed
  • Any other duties as assigned by Administration.
Skills & Knowledge:
• Standard principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in 3 or more of the skilled trades.
• Requirements of maintaining buildings and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition
• Preventative maintenance
• Implement all safety precautions.
• Operation, use, and maintenance of powered equipment and heavy duty maintence equipment
Abilities
• To utilize some technology including IncidentIQ, Microsoft Office, and a Windows 11 computer to access district mandated trainings
• To be punctual (show up on time / leave on time)
• Use of required tools as required.
• Plan and organize work – Must be an organized individual.
• Promote team building and a positive work environment.
• Be flexible, exhibit integrity, exercise mature judgement.
• Perform heavy physical labor
• Work with little to no supervision, but also on a team
• Carry out oral and written instructions including tickets, blueprints, and plans
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with everyone around you
Travel Requirements
• The ability to travel between buildings. 5 buildings in total within a small geographic area. Mileage is provided when using personal vehicle, work vehicles are provided for the workday.
   
Experience
• Three (3) or more years' experience in three or more of the maintenance trades at a journey level
• Must have good work and attendance history Licenses, Certifications, and Testing
• Pre-employment physical and drug test
• Fingerprint clearance for school personnel
 
Qualifications
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, procedures, and safety issues
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in the evening and fill in for the day position when needed
Education
• Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to document solutions and resolutions into ticket / knowledgebase system. 
  
Physical Demands:
Lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, reaching, climbing including ladders, and continuous standing while working. May be exposed to dust, dirt and chemicals. Work is both indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to inclement weather.  The employee may be required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, and stoop. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits:
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with generous Board-Paid percentages
• Life Insurance





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Openings as of 2/7/2026

Special Education Teacher

JobID: 2279

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  1/13/2026


Location:
  District Schools


Date Available:
  ASAP


Closing Date:
  Until filled


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145

Position: Special Education Teacher

Requirements:
• Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement
• Experience with co-teaching preferred
• Knowledgeable of curriculum and instruction
• Flexible, excellent interpersonal communication skills, maintain a positive attitude, and promote District 145 programs and its philosophies.

Position Responsibilities:
• Be responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing curriculum and instruction.
• Plan a program of study that meets the differentiated needs of learners in the classroom.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in alignment with the learning standards, establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and effectively communicating the objectives to the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level of the students in the classroom.
• Create high school transition plans which includes interviewing of students, creating goals, scheduling meetings with high schools, contacting parents, and all case manager duties.
• Collaborate and coordinate with colleagues, including classroom teachers, specialists and related service professionals in order to provide appropriate supports for students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the capabilities of the individuals and student groups within the classroom.
• Assess student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate, organized records and prepare reports of student progress.
• Effectively communicate with parents through conferences and other methods.
• Participate in curriculum development projects, materials selection, and committee work.
• Increase professional competence by participating in district in-service, and seeking out other professional growth opportunities
• Perform other duties as assigned
Salary:
Based on placement schedule per the negotiated certified staff contract.  PROFESSIONAL NEGOTIATIONS AGREEMENT

Term:
Position is full time, 7 hours/day, 180 days per school year

Benefits:
Full medical, dental and life insurance benefits available with generous board paid portions. Insurance begins on your first day of employment. ?Tuition reimbursement is also available.


 




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Openings as of 2/7/2026

Substitute

JobID: 1522

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  6/24/2025


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  25/26 School Year


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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SHORT-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

Arbor Park School District 145 is looking for Substitute Teachers!

Requirements:
Valid PEL License or
Valid SUB License or
Valid STS License

Paraprofessional Substitute Positions - $100/Day

Teacher Substitute Positions - $150/Day

 
 
 





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Openings as of 2/7/2026

District School Bus Driver

JobID: 2020

Position Type:
  Support Staff


Date Posted:
  8/28/2025


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  OPEN


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145

School Bus Driver

This position is for multiple Arbor Park School District 145 School Bus Drivers starting as soon as possible.
You will be working for the School District and driving Early Childhood through 8th Grade Students.
Current IDOT CDL & Current Medical Card/Passenger and School Bus Endorsements are required.
The Transportation Facility is located on Forest Avenue in Oak Forest.

Salary & Benefits*
Salary based on years of experience. All drivers are guaranteed 6 hours per day.
Four Medical plans - HMOI, HMOBA, PPO and HSA. BOE contribution %'s vary.
Two Dental plans - PPO and HMO. BOE contribution %'s vary.
Term Life Insurance policy of $50,000. 100% paid for by BOE.
Voluntary/Optional Vision Insurance Plan.
*Benefits are accessible the first day of employment 

Schedule
6 hours per day. 178 days each school year.
Hours split between the morning and afternoon. Specific schedule determined by Transportation Coordinator.
Extra duty and summer school options possible.




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Openings as of 2/7/2026

Bus Aide

JobID: 4272

Position Type:
  Support Staff


Date Posted:
  8/28/2025


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145

Bus Aide

7 Hours per day - 5 Days per week - 178 Days per year
 
LOCATION:                     Transportation Building
                                     
CLASSIFICATION:          Aide

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist students as they enter and leave the bus. Monitor students while in transit.  Assist driver as needed.
 
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:  HS diploma or GED, ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, must adhere to District PPE and hygiene guidelines.  Must have the ability to interact well with students and staff. 
 
Application process: Apply online
 
 




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Openings as of 2/7/2026

School Bus Mechanic

JobID: 6738

Position Type:
  Support Staff


Date Posted:
  2/6/2026


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  OPEN


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145

Job Title: School Bus Mechanic
Reports To: Transportation Director
Position Summary:
The School Bus Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and safety inspection of the District's fleet of school buses and other transportation vehicles. This role ensures all vehicles are in safe operating condition and compliant with state and federal regulations.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on school buses and district vehicles, including, but not limited to, brake inspections, tire service, and safety checks.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, steering, suspension, and HVAC systems on school buses and other district vehicles.
• Ability to use standard and specialized tools and garage equipment.
• Conduct safety inspections in accordance with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) standards.
• Maintain accurate service records, repair logs, and inspection documentation in compliance with ISBE and IDOT requirements.
• Prepare vehicles for state bus inspections and perform any needed repairs to meet certification standards.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and perform on-site repairs as needed.
• Maintain an orderly, safe, and clean maintenance shop and storage area.
• Order and maintain an inventory of parts and supplies in coordination with the Director of Transportation.
• Coordinate warranty and recall services with vendors.
• Assist with snow removal and general property maintenance during winter months.
• Serve as a substitute bus driver when necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation, Assistant Superintendent, or Superintendent.
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Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a CDL with School Bus Endorsement preferred or required within designated timeframe.
• Certification or demonstrated experience in diesel and/or automotive mechanics preferred.
• Knowledge of IDOT and ISBE transportation safety regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical labor in varying weather conditions.
• Dependable, safety-minded, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must pass background check and drug screening as required by the school corporation.
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Compensation and Benefits:
• Salary commensurate with experience, starting at $60,000 annually
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available with generous board-paid portions, life insurance, paid holidays, and vacation time. Insurance starts on 1st day of full-time employment.
• This position is full-time, 8 hours per day and 260 days per year.





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Openings as of 2/7/2026

Kids Club - Extension - APMS Homework Room Staff Member

JobID: 6660

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Child Care - Before & After School


Date Posted:
  9/26/2025


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  TBD


Closing Date:
  Until Filled


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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Kid's Club - Extension:  APMS Homework Room Staff Member

Arbor Park School District 145 is a Pre-K through 8th grade public school district serving the Oak Forest and Tinley Park Communities.

Kid's Club is an Arbor Park School District 145 before and after-school student enrichment program that offers quality childcare at an affordable price. This version of the program will be after-school only and offered to 5th-8th graders. The program will be housed at Kimberly Heights School. The "Homework Room" program will be a place where students can work on homework, study, or work on their district device.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Kindergarten through Eighth grade students and is able to work from 2:30pm - 6:00pm on all school days. This is not meant to be a tutoring position. The candidate will be supervising students while on duty, as they work on their own. The candidate must be at least 18 years old, submit to a background check, be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in a single lift and work on your feet for the majority of your shift.

Candidates will be an employee of Arbor Park School District 145. The starting pay rate is $15.00 per hour but will be determined based on experience. Additional District opportunities may be available depending on candidate's background and credentials.

NOTE: The start date of this position and program is dependent on a minimal enrollment determined by the district.
 




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Openings as of 2/7/2026

Paraprofessional

JobID: 2392

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  10/28/2025


Location:
  Districtwide


Date Available:
  10/28/2025


Closing Date:
  OPEN


District:
  Arbor Park School District 145
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ARBOR PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT 145
Paraprofessional

Illinois Paraprofessional Approval/License Required.

Experience with inclusive programming and students with disabilities preferred. 

Full time position - 7 hours per day and 178 days per year.

Salary: Starting at $16.00 per hour

Health/Dental/Life Insurance benefits available with generous board paid percentages. Insurance benefits available on the first day of employment.




 




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