ABOUT THE DISTRICT


Jeffco Public Schools, Colorado's largest K-12 school district, with 85,000 students and approximately 14,000 employees, has provided educational excellence for more than 60 years. Nearly 10 percent of all Colorado K-12 students attend a Jeffco school and our employees benefit from partnerships with experienced, dynamic school leaders throughout our district. Our Jeffco Generations vision document and strategic plan map out with focus and clarity what we expect our schools to accomplish with our graduates. Come join us!

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Since Columbine High School opened in 1973, we have established strong traditions and a culture of Rebel Pride. This pride is rooted in the fact that we are a close-knit family and community of learners. We are committed to high standards of learning for all students, valuing each and every member of our school community. We emphasize building strong relationships with every students. We expect personal and collective responsibility and promote high levels of engagement and performance in learning, which results in future life success.

Presently, Columbine serves 1700 students as a comprehensive high school in a suburban setting. Approximately, 20% of the student population is free and reduced, 27.7% is minority, 2.8% ELL, and 8.8% are enrolled in special education services. The gifted and ALP population is 21%. Our goal is to challenge each student and provide academic interventions for them when they do not understand. We have strong Advanced Placement program in which over 400 of our students take courses in annually. In addition, we offer an AP Capstone Diploma, which we are one of only a handful offered in the state. Special Education students and second language learners have the support of a caring and experienced staff. We are also working on implementing classes in which students can explore career pathways.

Student athletic and activity involvement is highly encouraged. CHS offers 23 varsity level sports with over 1000 students involved. We have a strong music program which includes vocal music and instrumental music. We have a theatre program in which students have the opportunity to participate in two plays, a musical and one act plays; students may also choose from numerous clubs to pursue their individual interests.

Columbine prides itself on its school pride, which is second to none. Our staff, students, and community love our school and being a part of it.

WE ARE COLUMBINE!

ABOUT YOU

Columbine teachers are committed to maintaining high academic expectations and teaching students the skills they need for success beyond high school through on offering of relevant and rigorous learning experiences. Our teachers implement timely interventions that target student needs and utilize a diversity of resources. Interested candidates must be passionate about teaching their respective content, have the ability to form strong relationships with our students, and the ability to work collaboratively with their colleagues.

ABOUT THE JOB

Strong Internal Candidate

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Tchr, Sec-Industrial Arts
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000, Hours/Day: 8.000, Days/Year: 185
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days, GR1, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $39,922.80 - $56,155.10

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY Teach students the principles of beginning, intermediate and advanced wood working including building trades integrating construction math (Geometry). This includes knowledge of building codes, site preparation, building permit process, framing, electricity, plumbing, dry wall, and blue print reading.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties as assigned.

Provide appropriate safety instruction and makes safety checks on equipment to insure the over-all safety of students.

Teach knowledge and skills for hand/power tools, job and construction safety, and OSHA standards.

Develop and maintain partnerships in the community including contractors and trade associations.

Communicate with parents or other school personal on student progress.

Participate in school meetings and functions and is an integral part of the staff.

Other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING Must hold a valid Colorado teaching license and meet content-area qualifications, which could include the appropriate license endorsement, degree in the content area, Colorado State Board of Education-approved content exam, or 36 credit hours as determined by the district. Or, candidate must have five years industry/building trades experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT Ability to assess students and differentiate instruction to meet all students' abilities. Demonstrate the ability to become a valuable and contributing member of the staff, including work with co-curricular and enrichment activities. Ability to use effective classroom management techniques creating a positive and supportive education environment. Strong organizational and leadership skills and the ability to work with parents, community, students, other teachers and administrators in collaborative settings.

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

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BENEFITS

Jeffco Benefits


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.