Saeed Amin, Natnl. Finalist Cintas Corp. Janitor of the year

Mr. Saeed Amin:

Described as one of the most kind, thoughtful and gentle souls on the planet, Mr. Saeed refuses to have a bad day. In fact, students and staff report never seeing Mr. Saeed without a smile on his face. As the heart of Robinson Elementary School, Saeed is very involved with all the students and often takes on the role of a mentor. Mr. Saeed spends time with students, staff and parents and always takes the time to listen and share encouraging words with those who may be having a difficult day. After retiring from a career of working in a factory, Mr. Saeed came to the education field to ‘make a difference’. When asked why Mr. Saeed comes back to school after work to attend special events and concerts, he says: “These kids have to know people care about and support them.” Mr. Saeed is more than just a janitor; he is a role model and mentor for the students.​

Cintas Janitor of the Year

The Janitor of the Year Contest is open to janitors of educational facilities at all levels—elementary through college. In its third year, the award shines a spotlight on those who work behind the scenes and often go unnoticed.

“When we started this contest, we were looking for a way to honor those who work so hard year-round to make schools a safe, healthy, clean place for our children to learn,” said John Engel, Senior Marketing Manager, Cintas. “But what we learned was that there is so much more to a janitor’s relationship with their students and staff than we ever knew. These janitors truly are a beloved part of their school.”

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