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Rockwood outlines onboarding, training and staffing for custodians, transportation, nutrition and secretaries
Summary
District leaders described hiring and training systems for custodial, grounds/maintenance, transportation, child nutrition, secretarial staff and new teachers; they reported current openings and training practices including a multi‑phase CDL/ELDT program and ServSafe/DESE certification.
The Rockwood School District presented an overview of onboarding and professional development for support staff and new teachers, detailing recruitment progress, training programs and current vacancies across multiple departments.
The nut of the presentation: District officials said targeted recruitment and revamped onboarding practices have reduced vacancies in several support areas, while training programs and mentor systems aim to improve retention and performance.
Facilities and custodial: Cindy Baez, chief financial officer, described the custodial and facilities staffing structure. She said the district has 201 custodial positions (28 evening, 73 daytime) and reported 67 current openings; roughly half of vacant full‑time equivalents are being filled by part‑time staff. Baez described a standardized training pipeline led by custodian trainer Joe Trimberger that lasts two to three weeks…
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