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Head of School

July 1, 2024

One of the nation's largest and most highly regarded independent stand-alone preschools, Paddington Station Preschool in Denver is looking for its next head head to move it forward by building upon its remarkable strengths and growing momentum.

Front Desk Coordinator

October 23, 2023

Do you recognize the front office as a vital part to building a vibrant community? Are you known for masterfully juggling a lot of people (from kids to grandparents), information and priorities with grace? Are you an ultra-professional, bringing discernment to all your interactions and work? Do you enjoy a fast pace, but still able to deliver accurate and quality work? If so, Aspen Academy has an amazing full-time opportunity available now!

This full-time, year-round, non-exempt position is M-F, 8-hour shifts to occur between 8am - 5:45 pm daily during the academic year and 8am - 4pm for most of June, July and August

Licensed Mental Health Professional

October 2, 2023 - April 30, 2024

The Logan School for Creative Learning seeks a full or part-time Licensed Mental Health Professional for a contract to cover a parental leave.

Responsibilities include:

  • 1-on-1 and small group counseling and social/emotional support to students

  • Classroom-wide Social Emotional Learning instruction

  • Consultation and collaboration with staff and families to support student mental health, social skills, behavior, and development

  • Crisis response and threat assessment as needed

  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening required

  • School Psychologist, School Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT licenses in the state of Colorado are appropriate


Compensation:

The Licensed Mental Health Professional will be compensated at a rate of $35-$50 per hour depending on experience. This is not a benefits-eligible position.

Contract dates:

October 2023 - April 2024 (holiday weeks when school is not in session are not paid)

School Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (We will work with the individual to schedule the hours that are both appropriate for Logan students as well as the employee.)

How to Apply:

If you are interested, please email: [email protected] with your letter of interest, resume, and references. No phone calls, please.


Equal Opportunity Employer

The Logan School for Creative Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The Logan School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

ABOUT ST. ANNE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

St. Anne’s is an independent PS-8 co-educational school enrolling approximately 430 students across the Denver metro area.  We provide an uplifting, nurturing environment where each child is fully supported academically, artistically and athletically.  We build character and integrity upon a spiritual, moral and ethical foundation and strive to foster the development of people who make significant and lasting contributions to society.  Grounded in the values and traditions of our founding Sisters and empowered by their sense of belonging, St. Anne’s graduates know themselves, care for others and strive to serve and improve their communities.

MISSION

Grounded by our founding values, we cultivate a community of curious and compassionate learners who are inspired to serve and enrich our world.


POSITION DESCRIPTION

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Assistant Teacher for the remainder 2023-2024 school year. 


OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

  • Promote skills and strategies for a joyful classroom environment

  • Nurture meaningful relationships with students

  • Incorporate lens of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion across the curriculum in both planning and delivery

  • Plan, prepare, and teach specific curricular responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the lead teacher across classroom needs

  • Support classroom neurodiversity and social-emotional spectrum in tandem with the lead teacher

  • Participate in and contribute to communication with families 

  • Utilize technology intentionally and demonstrate an interest in learning about new tools 

  • Actively seek out professional development opportunities

  • Fulfill assigned monitoring duties (i.e., recess, lunch duty, etc.)

  • Reinforce the school’s core values and policies inside and outside the classroom.

  • Contribute to community-wide needs and other duties as assigned

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field required. 

  • Prior experience working with lower school grades (K-5).

  • Excellent organization, presentation and communication skills.

  • Strong classroom management skills.

  • Commitment to collaboration and team teaching across disciplines.

  • Ability to build a strong rapport with students, families, school personnel and external support providers.

  • Willingness to develop one's own knowledge and skills through professional development.

  • Ability to work and communicate effectively and efficiently with and within a culturally diverse student body, staff, and community.

  • Demonstrated ability to be flexible, visible, resilient, collaborative, and approachable.

  • An enthusiastic and strong work ethic, a team player, and a self-starter.

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

St. Anne’s believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry, disability genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.  The school’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotional opportunities, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.


SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS 

$34,000 - $40,000 Annually  (Commensurate with Experience)

St. Anne’s offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement inclusion, long-term disability, life insurance, free lunch and tuition assistance.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume, Philosophy of Education statement, and list of references to Rene Reynolds, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected].

 

Upper School Librarian

October 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024

Colorado Academy seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Librarian for Raether Library. This is a 10-month, full-time position. This position reports to the Director of Libraries and the Upper School Principal. The Upper School Librarian works collaboratively with the Middle School Librarian and the Raether Library Assistant to support the students, faculty, and staff primarily in the Middle and Upper Schools. This is a one-year appointment, the start date will be determined upon hire.

Director of Development

September 28, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Responsibilities Overview
The Director of Development is responsible for SMA’s fundraising and volunteer engagement. This position involves close collaboration with the Head of School, COO, CFO, Board of Trustees, parents, and various constituent groups to meet the Academy’s operating, capital, and endowment needs. Key areas
of focus include conducting research for major gifts, and their cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. The position oversees
the SMA Fund and two major annual fundraising events: the fall golf tournament and the Gala. The Advancement Department also develops and executes community-building events such as Fall Festival, Bingo Night, and Grandparents’ Day. SMA enjoys a strong relationship with our parent-volunteer group, Academy Parents, and faculty and staff support.

Director of Human Resources

September 25, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Job Summary


Montessori School of Evergreen’s mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning within each student. We provide meaningful experiences that fully engage young minds in the pursuit of academic excellence, self-reliance and the determination to contribute to our rapidly changing community and world.


The Director of Human Resources oversees, organizes, directs and performs varied administrative responsibilities with confidentiality and sensitivity. The Director of Human Resources  oversees a wide variety of personnel processes (e.g. recruitment, selection, hiring, etc.) for the purpose of filling openings with qualified personnel and ensuring compliance with district, state and/or federal requirements.  Duties include: Plan, coordinate, direct, administer, and conduct the recruitment, employment, retention, staffing, evaluation, and performance management for employees. Plan, implement, review, and evaluate human resources policies, programs, practices, and procedures. Oversee employee evaluation and performance management process and advise the Head of School and admin on performance management and evaluation. Design, implement, and supervise various programs including recruitment and retention, staffing, employee relations, compensation, and diversity initiatives related to employees. This position works closely with the Director of Finance & Operations (DFO) to administer payroll processing and provides appropriate input and analysis for budgeting and decision making processes.  This position also works with the Senior Director of Academics & Student Life to oversee the office specialists and maintain the daily operations of each campus office to meet the protocols and requirements to meet our positive child care license status. You will play a crucial leadership role in fostering a positive and supportive work environment for our dedicated team. This position reports directly to the Head of School.


RESPONSIBILITIES 


  • Recruitment, Staffing and Retention: Develop and maintain job descriptions, post ads, coordinating interviews, and selecting candidates who align with the school's philosophy and goals. Develop, and implement best practices for recruitment, retention, and support of a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Ensure proper licensure for new and continuing educators and compliance with state and federal statutes related to educators. Ensure employees are compliant with all necessary requirements. Identify training needs, develop training programs, and facilitate professional development opportunities for staff members, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.


  • Employee Contract Administration:  Collaborate with the Head of School on the employee contract process to ensure equitable and deliberate administration.

  • Onboarding and Orientation: Develop and implement an effective onboarding program to ensure new hires and new Board members are integrated smoothly into the school community, familiarized with policies and procedures, and provided with necessary resources. Complete pre-employment background and reference checks; Ensure employees follow policies and procedures according to the Employee Handbook

  • Keep the staff directory and organizational charts up to date

  • Maintain records, including teacher certifications and professional development hours

  • Oversee hiring and exit interviews and procedures, including new employee orientation and the processing of initial and terminal paperwork

  • Coordinate professional development and training for all employees in order to meet  Childcare Licensing requirements, safety, and sexual harassment  

  • Employee Relations: Promote positive employee relations by fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and open communication. Address and resolve employee concerns, conflicts, and disciplinary issues in accordance with school policies and legal requirements. Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being, such as employee surveys, recognition programs, and work-life balance initiatives. 

  • Performance Management: Develop and oversee performance management systems, including job descriptions, performance evaluations, goal setting, and professional development plans to enhance employee engagement and optimize performance. Serve as a resource to the annual employee contract negotiations process.

  • Business Office:  Administers and manages the Payroll system and processing.  Participates in reporting and analysis for budget and planning purposes. Processes accounts receivable and accounts payable functions to support the Business Office.

  • Manage PTO for all employees; Monitor absenteeism and employee turnover, prepare reports and recommendations as needed.

  • Supervision:  Manages and directs the work of Office Specialists in collaboration with each campus Director of Academics and Student Life.

  • Compensation and Benefits: Collaborate with the HOS and DFO to develop and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain high-quality staff members. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the school remains competitive in the job market.

  • Onboarding substitutes including background checks and all MSE Policy requirements; Scheduling and finding  substitutes either internally or externally

  • Policy Development and Compliance: Develop, revise, and enforce human resources policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Monitor and promote adherence to policies throughout the school. Train staff in adherence practices. 

  • Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel records, including employee files, contracts, certifications, licenses, and accreditation regulations. Generate reports and provide relevant HR metrics to inform decision-making processes.






Physical Requirements

  • Able to continuously walk, stand, climb stairs, and sit and lift up to 40 pounds

  • Frequent bending or stooping, and reaching above shoulder level


Professional and Personal Growth

  • Models lifelong-learning and professional development, meets MSE professional development requirements. Commitment to, and interest in, the Montessori philosophy.

  • Attends and reports professional development workshops inside or outside of school. 

  • Creates yearly professional and personal goals to be discussed with the Head of School and shared with other staff as needed.


Administrative Responsibilities

Assist in the efficient and effective management of the School.

  • Demonstrates professionalism in every aspect of the job and adheres to AMS guidelines and professional standards. 

  • Practices the use of confidentiality as outlined in the MSE Employee Handbook.

  • Follows protocols for managing information (i.e. attendance) and completing requests (i.e. purchase orders, supplies, personal days), etc., as detailed in the MSE Employee Handbook.


Requirements 

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in human resources management, preferably in an educational or non-profit setting.

  • Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices.

  • Experience in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and training and development.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization.

  • Demonstrated leadership, team management abilities and excellent communication abilities; Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curriculum and community.

  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making and multi-tasking skills and prioritization.

  • Strong organization development skills enhancing culture and building collaborative and effective teams and employee engagement.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.


Benefits:

  • Competitive, independent school salaries range from $30k-$80k

  • Benefits including healthcare, PTO and retirement

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Tuition remission for MSE enrolled students of staff


Compensation is commensurate with experience and education. MSE is an equal opportunity employer. Please email a letter of interest, resume, and references to [email protected].
Friends seeks a part-time math teacher for a long term substitute position. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering quality math education to a small class of middle school students.

Early Childhood Teacher

September 11, 2023 - September 10, 2024

Colorado Academy is seeking qualified individuals to join our community as Early Childhood Teachers. This is a full-time, year-round position. This position reports to the Director of Early Childhood Education.

The primary objective is to provide a secure and supportive high-quality learning environment for the children at the Center while adhering to all Colorado Licensing Rules and Regulations and Center policies. The Center enrolls children from infants through age four.

Marketing Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)

September 8, 2023 - July 31, 2024

Colorado Academy is seeking a part-time Marketing Communications Coordinator to support the Marketing Communications Office in various tasks. This dynamic role involves assisting with data entry, social media management, photography, writing, and general office duties. The ideal candidate should be creative, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. This is a part-time position,15-25 hours per week.