Fairbanks Local School District

All substitute teachers are hired through the ESC of Central Ohio. To apply to become a substitute teacher for Fairbanks Local Schools, please visit the ESC website and complete an online application.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Pay: Salary based on current classified salary schedule and experience.

Job description: Fairbanks Local Schools has an immediate opening for a full-time Second Shift Custodian. All buildings are on a shared campus within walking distance of each other. 

Hours are Monday to Friday from 3:00pm to 11:30pm with an unpaid 30 minute lunch break. This is a 254 day contract per year, with paid holidays included. Starting pay is $18.50, but can be awarded step increases with applicable experience. 

Overtime, and weekend, hours may be needed to cover sporting events and other events on campus. 

During the summer, the schedule is shifted to 6:30am to 3:00pm. 

Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, SERS retirement plan, and paid time off (sick and personal leave). Vacation is awarded after one year of service. 

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or higher
• Acceptable Ohio BCI & FBI background checks

Application Procedure:

Submit the completed classified application (in PDF format), resume, and cover letter to Tessa Lerch. Please include “Custodian” in the subject line. 

Start Date: 8/01/2026

Pay: Salary based on current classified salary schedule and experience.

Job description: Fairbanks Local Schools is seeking a full-time Elementary Secretary for the 2026-27 school year.

This position will be working in our PK-5 elementary school under the supervision of the elementary principal. 

Hours are Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm with an unpaid 30 minute lunch break (7.5 hours per day). This is a 210 day contract per year, with paid holidays included. The contract runs from August 1st - Second week of June with 7 weeks off in the summer. 

Starting pay is $17.69, but can be awarded step increases with applicable experience. 

Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, SERS retirement plan, and paid time off (sick and personal leave). 

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or higher
• Prior school secretary experience preferred
• Acceptable Ohio BCI & FBI background checks

Application Procedure:

Submit the completed classified application (in PDF format), resume, and cover letter to Tessa Lerch. Please include “Elementary Secretary” in the subject line. 

*** This position is posted internally until May 8, 2026. External candidates are welcome to apply, but internal applicants will receive priority consideration during this period. ***

Start Date: 8/17/2026

Pay: Salary based on current classified salary schedule and experience.

Job description: Fairbanks Local Schools is seeking a part-time Special Education Secretary for the 2026-27 school year.

The Special Education Secretary provides clerical support to the district’s Special Education Department (PK-12), assisting the Special Education Administrator with paperwork related tasks. This role is responsible for managing student records and supporting compliance with state and federal regulations. This position requires professionalism, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information while supporting the overall success of the Special Education program. 

This position is limited to 15 hours per week. Work days will be decided between the applicant and Special Education Coordinator at hiring. Starting pay is $17.47, but can be awarded step increases with applicable experience. 

Part-time employees are eligible for life insurance, vision insurance, SERS retirement plan, and paid time off (sick and personal leave).

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or higher
• Acceptable Ohio BCI & FBI background checks

Application Procedure: Submit the completed classified application (in PDF format), resume, and cover letter to Tessa Lerch. Please include “Special Education Secretary” in the subject line. 

Start Date: 8/17/2026

Pay: Salary based on current classified salary schedule and experience.

Job description:

Fairbanks Local Schools is seeking a part-time Special Educational Aide for the 2026-27 school year.

This position will be working with special education students in our district. This can be one-on-one with a student, or working in a classroom setting.  

Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:35 am to 3 pm with an unpaid 30 minute lunch break (5.92 hours per day). This is a 186 day contract per year, with paid holidays included. Starting pay is $16.73, but can be awarded step increases with applicable experience. This position also qualifies for a $1,500 yearly stipend. 

The building assignment has not been determined for this position, but will be assigned over the summer. It is subject to change, as needed, to accommodate student and staffing needs. All three school buildings are located on one campus.

Part-time employees are eligible for life insurance, vision insurance, SERS retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or higher
• Obtain an Educational Aide Permit through the Ohio Department of Education
• Acceptable Ohio BCI & FBI background checks

Application Procedure:

Please submitted the completed classified application (in PDF format), resume, and cover letter to Tessa Lerch. Please include “Special Educational Aide” in the subject line.

Fairbanks Schools is seeking caring and reliable individuals to join our team as Full-Time or Substitute Bus Drivers. Training can begin immediately, with the contract starting August 17, 2026. If you enjoy working with students and want to make a positive impact each day, we encourage you to apply!

No experience required — we provide paid training. Applicants must pass FBI/BCI background checks, obtain a CDL permit, and meet State of Ohio training requirements.

Why join Fairbanks Schools?

• Competitive wages

• Paid training after CDL and district requirements are completed

• Reimbursement for CDL permit and testing costs (after meeting requirements)

• Supportive and positive work environment

• *Weekends, holidays, and summers off

• Opportunities for additional trips (field trips and athletic events)

Benefits for Full-Time Route Drivers (20+ hours/week):

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid life insurance

• State retirement system

• Monthly sick leave accrual

• Annual personal leave days

• Optional benefits through payroll deduction

• Stretch pay – consistent pay twice monthly all year, including school breaks and summer

Full-time and substitute positions may be available. Join our team and help safely transport our students each day!

Application Procedure: Submit completed classified application, resume and cover letter to Beth Wyckoff, Transportation Coordinator. Please include “Driver Application” on the subject line.

All substitute aides and secretaries are hired through the ESC of Central Ohio. To apply to become a substitute aide or secretary for Fairbanks Local Schools, please visit the ESC website and complete an online application.

Fairbanks Local Schools is seeking substitutes in the following areas:

• Food Services

• Building & District Secretary

• Bus Drivers (No experience is necessary, as the transportation department offers training)

• Custodians

• Educational Aides

• School Nurses

Substitutes are required to pass FBI and BCI background checks. Educational Aides must hold a current Educational Aide Permit through the Ohio Department of Education. Bus Drivers must hold proper license and training is available. Substitutes are contacted on an as needed basis to cover for our classified employees. To apply please email fill out and email a Classified Application to Quinn Seaborn or apply for substitute aide or substitute secretary, please apply through the ESC.