Innovation Teacher Primary PK - K Job at Jeffco Public Schools
Jeffco Public Schools Jefferson County, CO
ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.
Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.
Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!
Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Free Horizon Montessori, a public school serving children in preschool through 8th grade, is a richly diverse community nestled in the foothills of Golden, Colorado. We are a growing school with more than 435 students and a strong, supportive parent body and passionate, committed faculty. At Free Horizon Montessori PK-8, we value educators who ignite passion, spark curiosity, and inspire children as they learn and grow into responsible global citizens. Free Horizon is Montessori for the 21st Century: a place to learn, a place to belong.
ABOUT YOU
- BA/BS degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Colorado Teacher License in content area or attain In-Field Status in content area (formerly referred to as Highly
Department of Education.
- Montessori credential from a MACTE-accredited training program at the level of current teaching assignment
o This requirement may be waived for general education classroom Lead Teachers at the discretion of
the Principal for previous experience in Montessori methodology and a willingness to complete Montessori training/credentialing within a specified period of time from date of hire. Any variance shall be made in writing.
- 3 years of successful lead teaching experience preferred
ABOUT THE JOB
The Free Horizon Montessori School teacher understands and promotes the school’s mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The teacher is responsible for providing a strong Montessori classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of each child in accordance with the school’s mission, vision, and District and State policies. In a Montessori classroom you always have a Teaching Assistant.
Free Horizon Montessori - A Place to Learn a Place to Belong
HOURS AND DAYS WORKED
Desired Start Date: 08/07/2023
Innovation Teacher Elementary
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 189
Salary Schedules Here
**Annual salary noted above is based on an 8 hour day and full days worked calendar. Any position that is less than a full FTE/8 hours per day or late start will be prorated accordingly.
Certain Education Support Professional (ESP) jobs may include the value of holiday pay into the hourly rate. Review the Holiday in Rate column of the Education Support Professional Job Title, Wage Plan, Grade document.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsbilities
- Abide by FHM requirements for curriculum and instruction that include a defined scope and sequence that is consistent with Montessori philosophy and integrates Jeffco Public Schools/Colorado State standards and expectations
o Plan, supervise and implement a consistent and sequential educational program that stimulates learning in the
cognitive, affective, social, creative and physical areas of development
o Compare and evaluate instruction to educational outcome expectations as put forth by Jeffco Public Schools and
the State of Colorado and enhance program to meet and exceed such standards
o Review current research in content area to enhance curriculum and instruction and ensure both rigor and vitality
in educational program.
o Organize an appropriate and enriched and integrated educational curriculum, including field trips, guest
speakers, and other enhanced learning opportunities through collaboration with other staff members
SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions
Job Status: Ongoing
A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.
SALARY
Free Horizon Salary Schedules
BENEFITS
Jeffco Benefits
We are a Jeffco site
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.
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