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

Coal Creek Canyon K-8 is a small mountain school that offers students personalized attention in small classroom settings. We focus on authentic, hand-on learning opportunities for our students as we transform learning in ALL K-8 classrooms. It is our belief at Coal Creek Canyon K-8 that students, parents and staff ALL help create a valuable partnership in education. Our school community is proud to be the recipient of the John Irwin School of Excellence (2008,2016, 2017), Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014) and the Healthy Champion Award (2010).

Our staff utilizes Restorative Practices, Second Step (social/emotional learning program) and SOAR Award Assemblies (positive behavior intervention) to help students reach our high expectations for behavior and academics.

We have active, collaborative parents involved in PTSA, C3AC (School Accountability Committee) and Health Wellness, an active CCC K-8 Alumni group, and an active community volunteer group as well.

ABOUT YOU

Responsible for instructing students in an elementary grades K-6. Creates lesson plans, instructs students on core subjects such as science, literature, and math, and creates a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional preparedness based on the District's Core Curriculum. Create instructional resources for use in the classroom.

ABOUT THE JOB

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HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 08/08/2019Teacher Elem - Instrum Music
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: .50, Hours/Day: 4.00, Days/Year: 185
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days, GR1, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $40,989 - $57,654

RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Demonstration of effective classroom management skills.

Demonstration of strong instrumental pedagogy.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of recruitment in building a successful instrumental program.

Demonstrate willingness to work collaboratively as a member of a K-12 music articulation area.

Demonstrate willingness to work with and maintain a strong relationship with the music booster organization.

Demonstrate willingness to work as a school team member, e.g. musical, pep band, madrigals, and other school -wide events

QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold a valid Colorado teaching license or authorization. Must 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.

EXPERIENCE: Successful experience in directing an elementary instrumental music program. Previous successful school teaching experience in Concert Band, Jazz Band, Orchestra ensembles, Percussion and Marching Band.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions
Job Status: Temporary
A successful external applicant will be issued a one-year, temporary contract. A successful internal applicant currently holding a Jeffco non-probationary contract will forfeit their non-probationary status. Please contact Employment Services for questions.

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BENEFITS

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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.