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Admissions Associate

June 11, 2024

Admissions Associate Job Description

Organizes and processes admissions and student records functions for the Office of Student Admissions.
Reviews and compiles student admission applications and related documents. Maintains academic records,
evaluates transcripts, advises potential students on admission requirements and options, and administers
applicable student policies. May visit schools or perform other duties as assigned.

The position’s preferred qualifications:

? An associate’s degree in a related field and/or prior EMA/NAIS and independent school admissions
experience; Bachelor’s preferred
? Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of
constituencies in a learning community.
? Database and records management and/or maintenance skills, experience with FinalSite,
or other Admissions-specific software and CRMs are a plus.
? Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
? Ability to deliver excellent customer service

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the Admissions Associate position:
An admissions associate is able to adjust their actions in relation to others’ actions. They convey information to
others effectively and succinctly. The candidate must think on their feet and manage several duties
simultaneously. The Admissions Associate must be an efficient time manager who values punctuality. Solving
problems and facilitating team effort in uncontrolled circumstances is a must.


The Admissions Associate candidate will:
? Support the Director of Enrollment Management
? Manage and oversee the admissions office files.
? Assist in managing the International Student Program
? In conjunction with the Director of Enrollment Management, coordinate and prepare materials for and assist in the observation of assessments and other testing.
? Schedule interviews and conduct small group tours for specific grade levels as needed.
? Track, respond to, and follow-up with phone, email, and web-based inquiries and answer calls related to admission and development.
? Maintain admission databases; track, compile, and analyze statistics for reporting.
? Keep confidentiality while remaining emotionally stable and able to handle stress well.
? Communicate with students and families as needed with a proper understanding of stellar customer service
? Adhere to the standards described in the Employee Handbook.
? Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Enrollment Management

Salary: $45,000-$50,000

The Colorado Springs School in Colorado Springs, CO, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for an Admission Associate beginning July 1, 2024

Interested candidates should review the position statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Alison Moore, Senior Recruiter at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at alison@dovetailedsourcing.com.       

The Colorado Springs School Admission Associate Position Statement https://bit.ly/3yNk2YO.

International School of Denver (ISDenver) is an independent school that teaches the curricula and fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, and Spain to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society. ISDenver is a prestigious International Baccalaureate World School offering immersion bilingual international education from PreK-G8, and is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) and participating governments. To learn more about ISDenver, please visit our website.

Staff and Faculty members are the cornerstone of our school. In addition to driving the school’s operations, they must also embody the school’s values and believe in the school’s mission:

ISDenver Values: Diversity, Integrity, Compassion, Responsibility, Perseverance



ISDenver Mission: Our inclusive, globally minded community develops highly motivated and academically successful bilingual learners who are inter-culturally adept and make positive contributions in a complex world.


Position Summary: ISDenver teachers provide subject guidance to any class or group of students assigned, ensuring their holistic developmental needs are met personal, social, emotional, and academic.

Middle School Learning Specialist

May 30, 2024 - July 31, 2024

 Middle School Learning Specialist

About Boulder Country Day School

BCD is a premier independent school in Boulder. For over 30 years, Boulder Country Day School has been at the forefront of education in the Boulder Valley and we offer an educational experience where children innovate, create, grow, and thrive. We invite you to discover the BCD difference! From the teachers we hire to our welcoming and safe campus environment to the curriculum we teach, at BCD we honor and celebrate children in everything we do.

Our Values

BCD understands that to truly succeed we must first feel safe and supported in all aspects of our lives. We place a high priority on exploring the world around us, discovering new ways to answer old questions. We believe education teaches us how to think, and not what to think, and we lean on each other to push ourselves to the next level. We also know that learning from the perspectives of others opens our minds and hearts. Finally, as BCD Bulldogs, we show up for one another to create a positive shared experience 

The Position

This is a full-time position reporting to the Middle School Head. The Middle School Learning Specialist works with the Director of the Learning Center and the Learning Center Team to serve the learning needs of BCD’s middle school students. The Specialist also plays an important role in supporting BCD’s middle school teachers to meet the differentiated needs of the student population, and they serve as a key communication link between the school and its families. Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • Facilitate “Student Support Team” meetings
  • Mentor and support teachers to implement a strategic plan for ongoing intervention (remediation or enrichment) addressing  individual students’ needs;
  • Collaborate with the appropriate teachers, parents and/ or any other parties (tutors, psych-educational evaluators, and any other service providers) in implementing learning plans by providing resources, assistance, advice, and training in best practices and methodologies
  • Create and implement protocols for determining students who will need the support of the Learning Center;
  • Assess individual students to identify any potential learning needs, determine effective educational interventions, and make referrals for further assessment when appropriate;
  • Maintain a comprehensive system for documenting and reporting students’ needs and progress.
  • Serve as a mentor and guide for Middle teachers  to help differentiate instruction by adjusting, modifying and enriching curricular approaches and improvement in pedagogy;
  • Remain current with appropriate instructional theory, practice and research, including professional development to advance the role of the Learning Center.
  • Utilize a push-in or pullout model to support students including proctoring students with extended time or separate locations.
  • Assess incoming and prospective students for admission;
  • Partner with local high schools to support students as they transition from BCD to their high school of choice
  • Partner with and support BCD families in understanding BCD’s accommodations and curricular model
  • This position would also work in our after school program from 3:00-5:00 offering private and small group intervention, executive functioning and homework support, as well as possible mentorship for challenge programs such as Destination Imagination, Math Olympiad, and Spelling Bee.
  • Perform other tasks as deemed necessary and appropriate by the Director of the Learning Center and/or Head of School.

Hours and Pay

  • BCD’s part time Middle School Learning Specialist will work 9:00-5:00
  • Salary for Learning Specialists starts at $54,000 (for 10 months following an August through May school year calendar) and compensation increases commensurate with years of experience and degree attained.
  • This is an exempt position with full time benefits:
    • 10 paid holiday
    • 6 PTO days
    • Time off with school closures Thanksgiving break, winter break, spring break
    • Sick time – 1 hour of accrued sick leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year
    • Health benefits - medical, dental, vision, STD &LTD, life
    • 2024 Wellness Floating Holiday – up to 8 hours to be used in 2024
    • Wellness Stipend – up to $300 on wellness items such as fitness classes, fitness equipment, fitness electronics, massage, chiropractic services, etc.
    • Bereavement leave – up to 5 days for immediate family and 3 days for near relatives
    • May be eligible for Leave of Absence (FMLA, FAMLI)
    • Tax support - BCD pays 100% of tax, both the employer tax and employee tax for Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI)
    • Retirement, 403(B) pre-tax plan with TIAA with BCD match up to 5%
    • Child(ren) benefits:
      • Tuition support – with tuition reduction based on hours worked for enrolled child(ren) during the school year
      • Childcare support “After 3” – cost reduction for enrolled child(ren) during the school year
      • Summer camp support – cost reduction for child(ren) enrolled in summer camp

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Commitment
Boulder Country Day School recognizes and values all forms of diversity and is dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths. Our intentional commitment to embracing and exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusivity in support of social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals. 

How to Apply

We invite all interested and qualified candidates to send a current resume and cover letter expressing interest in the position to [email protected].

 

 

Position Title: Front Desk and Administrative Coordinator to start August 1, 2024

Reports To: Director of Operations

This position is a 10 month position:  August 1st to June 6 (or a week after school lets out). 

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

 

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.  This is a shared position with the afternoon Front Desk and Administrative Coordinator.  The successful candidate will need to have strong organization and communication skills, thrive in a fast paced environment and be detail oriented. The successful candidate will need to be an empathetic and resourceful problem-solver with a genuine commitment to children, safety and Stanley British Primary School culture.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Welcome students, visitors and staff 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. 

  • Serve as a valued resource to visitors, faculty and staff in a high-energy, high traffic, dynamic school environment. 

  • Serve as the key source of knowledge on the school calendar, special events, after-hours activities, field trips and operations.

  • 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 supplies at Front Desk, in Admin Closet, in Faculty Lounge and in TK-5 art supply closet.

  • Maintain forms, labels and signs posted in and around Hambidge, in faculty lounges and on Blackbaud; including the bulletin board by the main entrance.

  • Assist students with first aid needs.

  • Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager and Student Health Operations Manager.

  • Maintain the Hambidge Commons: distribute mail to staff mailboxes, periodically straighten up staff lounge and lobby areas, coordinate requests to display student work and bulletin board displays and manage the lost and found.

  • Maintain the coffee and tea bar for faculty and guests. 

  • Assist with dismissal, carlines and final release of students. 

  • Other duties as assigned. 


Qualifications: 

  • Professional demeanor, grace under pressure, and exceptional commitment to confidentiality and discretion. 

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

  • An empathetic nature with a genuine commitment to children, colleagues and Stanley’s school culture.

  • Ability to juggle competing priorities from multiple directions. 

  • Adaptability with effective and resourceful time management skills and proactive problem solver.

  • Cultural competency working with diverse families, students and staff. Foreign language is a plus.

  • Experience with school-based software, data management and graphic design tools such as SchoolPass/Raptor, Magnus, Blackboard, Blackbaud and Canva is preferred.


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. 

  • Bookkeeping and medical file management experience is a plus.


Compensation and Hours:

The pay range is $23-$26 per hour.   The regular hours for this 10- month (August- May/early-June),  non exempt position are 7:00 am to 3:15 pm. Hours vary during periodic half day and full day faculty/staff professional development meetings.

Compensation is just one component of Stanley’s total compensation for employees. Stanley provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off in addition to paid fall, holiday and spring breaks, tuition remission and professional development.  

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]


Interviews will start as resumes are received. We will be accepting resumes until our position is filled.

 Position: Lower School Music Teacher

 

St. Mary’s Academy Overview:

St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed lower and middle schools, and its high school for girls. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces all student backgrounds, and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten to graduation.

 

SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for the students in accordance with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development and service.  The qualities of a strong work ethic, desire for personal growth, and commitment to life-long learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise an expectation for faculty and staff.  Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.

 

SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff who are dedicated to their profession and to the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community.  St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion.  This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs as well as employee/personnel concerns.  St. Mary's Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. 


Job Description:

St. Mary’s Academy is seeking an engaging and dynamic teacher who is qualified to lead the General Music program. This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position reporting to the division principal, beginning in August 2024. Candidates should have experience in developing and implementing purposeful instruction that leads to musically literate and globally mindful students. Our music educators focus on the Colorado Music Standards of expression, creativity, comprehension, and evaluation as they encourage joyful participation. It is vital that candidates exhibit how they create and foster a love of music in students while teaching the foundational skills of rhythm, notation, harmony, style, and interpretation.  


Successful candidates will model the Loretto Values of Faith, Community, Justice, and Respect in their classroom, and encourage our students to use music as a tool for communicating and expressing these values. St. Mary's Academy expects excellence from all students but fosters growth through adversity, particularly through the exploration of foundational music skills, basic instrumental techniques, and vocal development. St. Mary's advocates for the work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the classroom, particularly in the music classroom to expose and perform music of various genres, styles, and cultures. 



Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Teach general music to Preschool - 4th grade students;

  • Create a positive classroom culture by incorporating a student-centered and inclusive pedagogy utilizing effective classroom management;

  • Be willing to collaborate with colleagues to develop cross-curricular learning experiences, and with performing arts staff in developing co-curricular or extra-curricular performances;

  • Prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that will facilitate active learning within all levels of experience and age groups;

  • Teach music theory and history as developmentally appropriate for each age group;

  • Motivate pupils and encourage the progress of each individual student through written evaluation as well as daily authentic assessments;

  • Maintain care for school-owned facilities, music, musical instruments, and equipment.

  • Perform other supervisory duties as required of all Lower School teachers, such as recess, lunch, or morning/afternoon pick-up and/or drop-off; and,

  • Communicate effectively with St. Mary’s Academy staff, students, and parents.


Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Music Education or comparable experience in music and education


Knowledge or skills in some or all of the following:

  • Music Together, First Steps in Music, Dalcroze, Orff, Suzuki, Kodaly or another appropriate elementary school-aged music curriculum

  • Proficiency in piano, guitar, and/or ukulele accompaniment skills

  • Vocal pedagogy

  • Band methods

  • Orchestra methods

  • Hand Bell methods

  • Conducting

  • Recorder karate curriculum

  • Curricular emphasis on play, dance, and exploration

  • Music technology, A/V systems, current music software, Google Office software


Salary/Benefits:

The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $50,000.00 - $68,000.00. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, paid time off, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to Jackie Neal at [email protected]. No calls, please.

 

Director of Finance

May 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025

Colorado Academy (“CA”) seeks a highly analytical and technical accountant with expertise in accounting, budgeting, audit, non-profit tax and compliance, and finance. The ideal candidate will be initiative-taking, self-sufficient, collegial, and collaborative. The Director of Finance reports to the CFO/COO, supervises members of the Business Office, and works closely with HR, Auxiliary Programs, and budget managers throughout the school.

Preschool Assistant Teacher

April 26, 2024 - May 31, 2024

BCD is a premier independent school in Boulder. For over 30 years, Boulder Country Day School has been at the forefront of education in the Boulder Valley and we offer an educational experience where children innovate, create, grow, and thrive. We invite you to discover the BCD difference! From the teachers we hire to our welcoming and safe campus environment - to the curriculum we teach, at BCD we honor and celebrate children.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Commitment - Boulder Country Day School recognizes and values all forms of diversity and is dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths. Our intentional commitment to embracing and exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusivity in support of social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals.

Student Services Coordinator (Bilingual)

April 17, 2024 - August 3, 2024

 

TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR CLICK THE LINK BELOW:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2386388

Escuela de Guadalupe

660 Julian St.

Denver, CO 80204

(303) 964-8456

Student Services Coordinator (Bilingual)

Position dates:  August-June 

Position type: Full Time

Status: Exempt

Reports to:  Mariella Robledo

Contact: [email protected]

Who We Are

Escuela de Guadalupe is an innovative Catholic, dual-language PK-8 school in Denver, CO. It has been recognized locally and nationally for its academic excellence and for being financially accessible to all families.

Mission Statement

We provide an academically excellent, Catholic education in English and Spanish to cultivate the next generation of community leaders.

 

Job Description (position specific)

Responsibilities-tangible

Working at Escuela de Guadalupe includes many different responsibilities to make a small, non-tuition driven school run effectively.  As a close-knit community, we all pitch in to make this a great place to work and learn.  Therefore, this description is not intended to be all- inclusive. Specific areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Graduate Support Program

  • Build and maintain supportive relationships with our partner schools at the high school level
  • Support transitions for students at 8th grade by helping to arrange school visitations, fill out applications, apply for financial aid, register for testing and complete the registration process
  • Support 8th graders by helping them write and review their application essays
  • Inputs and maintains student data of the progress of our graduates
  • Hold High School night to familiarize families with possibilities (7th & 8th)
  • Be the point of contact for all scholarship organizations including but not limited to Daniels Fund, Challenge Foundation, Porter Billups

Main Office

  • Contact with a diverse group of constituents including students, staff, current and prospective families, current and prospective donors, vendors and the community at large, either in person or via email or phone
  • Manages the newsletter communication for families and Jupiter SMS Program
  • Attends administrative team meetings regularly
  • Attends sick or injured children and other activities that support the smooth daily operation of the school.
  • Assists school’s nurse and front office coordinator with managing medications and appropriate paperwork; obtains Medication Administration training if needed 
  • Accepts payments and keeps an organized tracking system in cooperating with the  director of finance, HR and business operations. 
  • Translates documents between English and Spanish
  • Provides a Monthly attendance and tardiness Report to the Principal 
  • Meets with the Principal weekly who will delegate projects to work on as they come up
  • Staff Development Days: Coordinate with the Principal on organization and set up the Staff Development location. Order or buy lunch/breakfast in advance to ensure timely delivery.  
  • In coordination with the Principal, Assistant Principal, and Main Office Coordinator, create the calendar for the new school year
  • In coordination with the Principal and Assistant Principal, update the Librote and El Librito for each school year
  • In coordination with the Principal, fill out various reports requested to the school such as Title I, and Archdiocese reports

Parent Association Liaison

  • Work with the Parent Association and the Principal of the school to develop strategies to build community and meet family fundraising goals
  • Works with  director of finance, HR and business operations to do deposits after Parent Association events
  • Manage budget and expenses for Parent Association
  • Maintain records of gift card inventory and scrips payments
  • Manage all Parent Association events and work with family committees to execute

Additional duties:

  • Substitute teachers for last minute teacher absences.
  • Supervision duties include helping with dismissal, snack, lunch, and recess when needed.
  • Supervising PreK siblings in the afternoon and ensuring they go home with an authorized person. 
  • Attend all faculty and staff meetings at 7:45 to take notes and email to all faculty. 
  • Flag Duty in the afternoons with 8th grade.
  • Learning Lab with Middle School
  • Set up of the projector, speakers and microphones during the prayer services, internal events etc.

Expectations

  • Support the cultural, spiritual and academic goals of the school by modeling compassion, love and care for the children at all times.
  • Have the patience and positive attitude to be sure that every student has an academically rich experience and fully develops their cognitive and language abilities.
  • Contribute to an environment of enthusiasm and dedication.
  • Value the integrity of both Spanish and English as tools for reasoning, problem-solving, communication and intellect.  Model a respect for cultural and linguistic diversity
  • Truly believe that every child, without exception, can excel.
  • Gifted with relationships and is excited to engage with different kinds of people.
  • Internally motivated to move quickly and effectively with the capacity to create action and momentum even when a hard deadline is not present
  • Clear communication when writing and in person.  
  • Strong listening skills
  • Creative and brings new and different ideas to the table, no matter the situation or issue. 
  • Hardworking, a positive attitude and high energy
  • Ability to effectively manage both the big picture, and small details.
  • Loyal and supportive of Escuela’s mission, vision and values.

Compensation

Financial and Benefits

  • Competitive pay scale and benefits compensation commensurate with experience. 
  • Professional development including staff development, conferences, specialized training and education
  • Tuition remittance for teacher’s children enrolled at Escuela de Guadalupe ($1,000 annual tuition)
  • Medical and Dental benefits
  • Retirement plan – 403b (once plan requirements have been met)

Work Environment and Community

  • Small staff and tight knit community 
  • Direct contact with supervisors and families regularly
  • Community that respects both English and Spanish and the different levels of proficiency each employee, family member, or student may have
  • Opportunity for adults to enhance their own second language skills within a dual language environment
  • Environment in which one can live and continue to enhance their faith
  • Small class size and low student to teacher ratio

To apply or for more information please go to www.escuelaguadalupe.org/join-our-team

Requirements

 

Skills and Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Associates Degree (minimum requirement)
  • 3 years of administrative experience (minimum requirement)
  • Excellent language skills:  Bilingual
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Reliable, strong work ethic and able to work independently
  • Ability to translate verbally and in writing.
  • Proficient computer applications including: Microsoft Office programs, simple-database software, as well as Google email, docs, and drive . 
  • Willing to learn new computer programs or applications like Student Management Systems or other programs needed internally and externally. 
  • Skills in collaboration and teamwork
  • The ability to be flexible and adaptable
  • Experience supervising families
  • Experience communicating with families
  • Successful completion of CBI and FBI background check.
  • Open to working in a Catholic Environment and respecting the Catholic faith

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Authentic support of culturally rich and linguistically diverse learning communities
  • Willing to learn new computer programs or applications used for admissions internally and externally.   
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, manage time efficiently and meet deadlines. 
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment, develop effective interpersonal relationships, provide superior customer service, and communicate verbally and in writing. 
  • Competent data entry skills with ability to input information accurately; prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis

TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR CLICK THE LINK BELOW:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2386388

Job Posting - Substitute Teachers

April 14, 2024 - June 1, 2025

Denver Jewish Day School Seeking Candidates for our Substitute Teaching Pool:
Denver Jewish Day School Lower Division seeks innovative, creative, knowledgeable substitute teachers for our Substitute Teaching Pool. Qualified candidates will have some teaching experience and a valid substitute teaching license. Bachelor’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 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 candidates with experience with a diverse population of learners, differentiated instruction and future ready teaching practices. Candidates will be positive school community members and will enjoy working collaboratively with a team and building positive relationships amongst all constituencies.

Rivendell School seeks an Younger Kids Teacher Assistant (PreK-Kindergarten)  person to join our community.  At Rivendell, we believe every child and every team member is unique. We take an individualized approach to education which focuses on the progress of each child rather than on the class average.  We are a long-standing, independent, tuition funded elementary and preschool, in Fort Collins, Colorado. 

Our diverse and inclusive environment is a big part of what makes the Rivendell experience so unique and enriching. At Rivendell School, we prioritize creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected. We recognize the importance of embracing diversity and engaging with multiple perspectives. Our focus is on building cultural bridges and empowering our students to develop their heads, hearts, and hands. We believe in co-responsibility, where each member of our community plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for all.

Rivendell provides a comprehensive package of total value: 

  • Estimated base pay will vary depending on qualifications / Full-time / 9 months per year

  • 401k plan and potential employer match

  • 7 PTO days/hours

  • Tuition remuneration (tuition and summer camp discounts)

  • 20 plus paid holidays

  • Medical, vision and dental insurance (effective in the 2nd month of employment)

  • Additional compensation for extended care, enrichment camp, summer camp and stipend-based opportunities

  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

  • Life Insurance AD&D

  • Professional Development annual funding

  • HRA and/or HSA employer contribution

About the role: 

The Educational Support Instructional position is responsible for assisting the early childhood teacher with implementing instruction and/or reinforcing learning skills in one-on-one, small and/or large groups of children (Younger Kid's, PreK/Kindergarten). Additionally, the position will assist with assessing students, preparing classroom materials, completing paperwork, maintaining files, documenting student achievement and/or monitoring students. Finally, the position may provide supervision for children in a variety of settings.

What you will be doing: 

  • Assist the classroom early childhood teacher with implementing instructional plans.

  • Both within the classroom environment as well as in one-off working sessions, serve as a resource to facilitate one-to-one or small group sessions with students. 

  • Leveraging Rivendell curriculum where appropriate, prepare and print materials for Teachers; completing paperwork and maintaining files as needed.

  • Provide social and emotional support for children.

  • Monitor students in classroom and during, recess, on field trips, in parking lot, etc.

What we are looking for:

  • Ability to adapt school curriculum to meet the needs of all children (age and ability).

  • Ability to effectively organize and manage subject specific teaching materials (examples - books, worksheets, manipulatives).

  • Ability to facilitate a safe and secure environment for children; ensure children are supervised at all times.

  • Ability to interact effectively with children of all ages; communicating in ways for which children understand.

  • Required: One year of related experience. 

  • Preferred: Experience with content instruction with students in a classroom setting.

  • Required: Completed continuing education coursework or credentials (post high school), relevant to topical area of instruction 

  • Preferred: Bachelor Degree (any discipline) and valid Colorado Teaching license

Salary Range: $33,000-$42,000

Please note this job description is not a comprehensive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities required of this position. For more information on Rivendell School, including how to apply, please visit https://www.rivendell-school.org/about-us/employment/ or send email to [email protected] with any questions.  Application window is anticipated to close on or around April 30th, 2023 (approximately).