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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.

Spanish Teacher

September 7, 2023

Middle & Upper School Spanish Teacher

Communications Coordinator

September 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024

Kent Denver School is looking for a creative, detail-oriented and collaborative professional to join our communications team. The successful candidate will have a diverse set of communications skills including a strong writing background, videography/video editing, graphic design, photography, and web content creation.
The Communications Coordinator reports to the Director of Communications and is a key content creator for internal and external school communications. The Communications Coordinator will play a key role in assisting the school as we pursue our ambitious mission of transforming lives of students and community through extraordinary educational experiences.

On-Call Substitute Teacher

August 24, 2023 - May 31, 2024

The Logan School for Creative Learning, a K-8 independent school serving gifted students, seeks on-call substitute teachers for the school year. Substitutes are sought for all areas, including physical education, and partial day substituting is an option.

Compensation is $120 for a full day or $60 for a half day.  

If you are interested in being a substitute on our on-call list, please email e[email protected] with your letter of interest, resume, and references. 

*Ability to pass a background check and drug screening required.


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.

Administrative Substitute

August 15, 2023

Administrative Substitute Opportunities at Stanley British Primary School

 

Overview:         Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a singular independent school serving children from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade.  For 50 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. At Stanley, a child's education goes well beyond academics - our teachers and our instruction principles give children the opportunity to reach their full potential academically, creatively, socially, emotionally and physically. We asked parents, teachers, staff and students to reflect on why they chose Stanley BPS. The answers we heard reflect a place and a philosophy unlike any other in the Denver independent school landscape. Teaching and learning at Stanley goes beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact and to own and embrace their own learning.

 

We value:

  • An inclusive and diverse community
  • Joyfulness
  • Lifelong learning
  • Positive and constructive communication
  • Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
  • An understanding of children and childhood
  • Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

 

An Administrative Substitute for the Front Desk and Administrative Coordinator position serves as an integral part of the Stanley team: coordinating, welcoming and managing all the coming and goings of the main entrance of the campus and creating an organized, safe and joyful welcome to our amazing school. 

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Be on-call for coverage; assignments range from filling in at the front desk to providing support to our Health Coordinator and can range from a few hours to one or two days to a longer term assignment, depending on the needs of the school;
  • Create a safe, supportive, mutually respectful community which values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child;
  • Serve as an ambassador for our school by welcoming all school constituents warmly and positively;
  • Answer all incoming phone calls in a pleasant manner and direct calls appropriately;
  • Monitor and maintain a secure entry to the school by ensuring adherence to door and visitor management policies and procedures, all visitors (parents, substitutes, vendors, students, etc) are signed in and signed out appropriately;
  • Serve as a valued resource to visitors, faculty and staff in a high-energy, high traffic, dynamic school environment;
  • Coordinate student attendance; distributing before/after care sign-ups, check in/out students, follow up with teachers and parents to ensure attendance records are accurate throughout the day and locating students for early dismissal or pickup;
  • Maintain the Hambidge Commons: distribute mail to staff mailboxes, periodically straighten up staff lounge and lobby areas, tidy the lost and found and maintain the coffee bar.

 

Qualifications:

  • Fluency with Mac and PC computer environments, and strong competency with standard software packages such as Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational skills, strong multi-tasking abilities, and ability to juggle many competing priorities and direction from multiple staff.
  • Professional demeanor, grace under pressure, and exceptional commitment to confidentiality and discretion.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities with a positive presence.
  • Experience with school-based software, data management and graphic design tools such as SchoolPass/Raptor, Magnus, Blackboard, Blackbaud and Canva is preferred.
  • Cultural competency working with diverse families, students and staff.
  • An empathetic and resourceful problem-solver with a genuine commitment to children, colleagues and Stanley’s school culture.
  • SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

 

Professional Requirements: 

  • Bachelors’ Degree, with a minimum of three years’ experience in a fast-paced administrative environment; strong preference for independent school experience.
  • Customer service experience involving multiple pathways for serving constituents – phone, in-person, written.
  • Database management and Microsoft Office software suite experience, including high proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with Google platforms, including Google Docs.

 

 

Compensation:

$75/half-day and $150/full day.  A long-term sub assignment is defined as requiring 60+ days and then the pay rates increase to $170/day. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.  This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment, and access to services and programs.

 

To Apply:

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Susan Farr

Stanley British Primary School

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

[email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                      

Substitute Teachers

August 15, 2023

Substitute Teaching Opportunities at Stanley British Primary School

Transitional Kindergarten through Eighth Grade Substitute Teacher (on an as-needed basis)

 

Overview:         Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a singular independent school serving children from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade.  For 50 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. At Stanley, a child's education goes well beyond academics - our teachers and our instruction principles give children the opportunity to reach their full potential academically, creatively, socially, emotionally and physically. We asked parents, teachers, staff and students to reflect on why they chose Stanley BPS. The answers we heard reflect a place and a philosophy unlike any other in the Denver independent school landscape. Teaching and learning at Stanley goes beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact and to own and embrace their own learning.

 

We value:

  • An inclusive and diverse community
  • Joyfulness
  • Lifelong learning
  • Positive and constructive communication
  • Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
  • An understanding of children and childhood
  • Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

 

A Substitute Teacher serves as an integral part of the Stanley team.

 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Being on-call for teacher coverage; assignments range from subbing in multi-age classrooms (TK, K-1-2, 3-4-5 or 6-7-8) or in single-grade classes for language arts, humanities, math, Spanish, arts, etc., and can range from one or two days to a longer term assignment, depending on the needs of the school;
  • Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community which values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child;
  • Inspiring and educating children to develop to their full potential – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically and creatively;
  • Implementing integrated, meaningful, developmentally-appropriate curricula in which students can explore and experiment through first hand experiences;
  • Creating opportunities for students to know themselves, to make good choices, and take responsibility for their own learning and actions;
  • Communicating and collaborating positively and professionally with the Stanley staff and community.

 

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Experience teaching TK-8 students
  • British Primary experience or interest in training in British Primary approach is an asset
  • SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

 

Compensation:

$75/half-day and $150/full day.  A long-term sub assignment is defined as requiring 60+ days and then the pay rates increase to $170/day. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.  This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment, and access to services and programs.

 

To Apply:

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Susan Farr

Stanley British Primary School

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

[email protected]

3rd Grade Co-Teacher

August 14, 2023 - May 31, 2024

Denver Jewish Day School Lower Division seeks an innovative, creative, knowledgeable co-teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. This is a full-time position. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of one year of experience working with children and a valid teaching license. This is an ideal opportunity for a teacher newer to the profession to work with a lead mentor teacher in a supported environment. Master’s degree preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding teaching skills, have experience in independent schools, be familiar with best practice in all content areas, be skilled in early reading instruction, be comfortable employing project based learning and other student-centered approaches into the classroom and possess excellent communication skills with students, parents and colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who has experience with a diverse population of learners, differentiated instruction and future-ready teaching practices. The candidate will be a positive school community member and will enjoy working collaboratively with a team and building positive relationships amongst all constituencies.

Extended Day Staff

August 7, 2023

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  additional part-time  Extended Day Staff for the 2023-2024 school year.   An ideal candidate should be flexible, be able to carry out activities in a positive, productive and professional manner, and be someone who has the ability to guide children academically, physically, socially, and emotionally.

The hours for the position are Monday - Friday from 3:00pm to 5:30pm.  There are also additional full and half day opportunities during in-service and special school work days.


OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

  • Remain onsite and be accessible during extended day hours and/or in-service and special school work days

  • Ability to exercise appropriate, independent judgment calls

  • Knowledge of State and local standards

  • Knowledge of early child development and appropriate practices

  • Ability to ensure a safe, loving, learning environment for children

  • Ability to be a team player

  • Build relationships with families and children

  • Help children build positive relationships with each other

  • Celebrate the unique needs, interests, and abilities of every child


IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain

  • Prior experience working with children

  • A compassionate and positive attitude

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 

$ 20.60/hourly

This position does not meet the threshold for St. Anne’s benefits.

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

Admissions Associate

July 28, 2023

The High Mountain Institute is seeking an Admissions Associate, a .75 - 1.0 FTE, non-exempt position. The Admissions Associate reports to the Director of Admissions & Financial Aid. This position works on current marketing and admissions efforts, and helps develop new strategies for recruitment and strategy. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized self-starter, able to manage multiple tasks at once, and willing to work as a member of a team.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Front Desk Project Manager duties consist of the following main functions –
1. Perform assignments and various projects for the Leadership Team at the direction of the Head of School
2. Meets weekly with the head of school to review progress on projects and priorities.
3. Welcome and sign-in visitors, answer and direct all phone calls from the school’s main number.
4. Maintain student attendance database and tracking of students on restriction. (Works closely and reports to Dean of
Students for attendance and restriction issues).
5. Compile weekend dorm checklist, final restriction list & weekend night study list.
6. Oversee student household jobs of administrative common areas (kitchen, bathroom, main entrance, and copy room).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES – CYCLICAL/ANNUAL
1. Accreditation: Main point person for accreditation cycles, includes tracking and implementation of major
recommendations.
2. Calendar: serve as point person for all calendars, events, and ensure recognition of notable dates and holidays.
3. HR Support (in coordination with Human Resources): Posting of job positions, scheduling remote and on campus
interviews, assist with the onboarding of new employees.
4. Student Travel: Coordinate and assist with student campus arrivals and departures.
5. Primary contact and host for approved campus use by outside groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - WEEKLY
1. Welcome and sign-in visitors, maintaining an atmosphere of warmth, competency, and order.
2. Weekly email sent out to students with missed classes the previous week.
3. Weekly email to students and advisors placed on restriction, including DC letters to students, advisors, and Dean of
Students.
4. Meet with students to discuss attendance issues.
5. Entering of day student absences and correction of all student absences upon notification of errors from teachers.
6. Enter and maintain updated student contact information on school’s database system.
7. Order and stock Welcome Center office supplies with budget support from the Business Office.
8. Maintain Welcome Center, kitchen, bathroom, copy room, and recycling areas with support from Housekeeping staff.
9. Maintain office equipment including, phone system, copier equipment, fax machine with support from Technology
Department. Schedule shredding pickup.
10. Prepare all Fed Ex shipping labels.

OTHER DUTIES
1. Prepare internal mailboxes for students and faculty
2. Pass out OTC meds as delegated by the Director of Health Services.
3. Hand out and track issuance and return of student dorm room keys
4. Manage and maintain teaching/administrative supplies and materials located in the Welcome Center.
5. Other projects and reports as requested from time to time, including support during trustee meetings and gatherings.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
1. Two (2) years office/clerical experience desired.
2. Proficiency with Windows operating system, Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel), and email communication.
3. Employment conditional on satisfactory completion of background check including criminal and motor vehicle.
4. Strong verbal and writing skills in the English language required. Proficiency in more than one language preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Ability to deal with the public is critical. Must be personable, a self-starter, willing to learn and well-organized individual.
SAFETY HAZARDS OF THE JOB
General office working conditions including sitting for extended periods and occasional lifting and carrying of objects
weighing up to 50 lbs.