Teacher - 3rd Grade

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

At Dutch Creek we empower leaders and learners who are kind, respectful, and determined. We are an EL Education Network school, who implements expeditionary learning for content knowledge, character, and high quality work. Our students thrive in a learning environment that honors movement, curiosity, demonstration of learning in a variety of ways, and recognition of age-appropriate developmental processes. Each school year students create representations of their newly acquired knowledge that they present to family members during celebrations of learning. Dutch Creek staff members connect student learning to the real world via field trips and/or work with guest speakers. Students frequently work together on projects, and are encouraged to develop deep levels of understanding and expertise in content areas. We love that students are joyful, curious human beings and believe their learning environment and our relationships should reflect these values In partnership with EL Education we believe: learning is active; learning is challenging; learning is meaningful; learning is public; and learning is collaborative.

ABOUT YOU

Dutch Creek seeks and values teachers who are committed to co-planning with teammates and intervention teachers. Many of our classrooms implement a co-teaching model. Teachers are expected to plan exmeplary and responsive instruction with their grade level teammate using Common Core State Standards and Colorado Academic Standards. Our instructional coach is an integral member of our instructional planning at each grade level. We believe including all of these perspectives and student data helps us design effective, differentiates instruction that meets the leanring needs of all students. Dutch Creek uses EL Education and Math Expressions as our primary resources for systemic instruction. Our teachers frequently observe each other, plan together, and engage in collaborative conversations about organizational improvment. As a collective staff we believe the deprivitization of planning and pratice spurs ongoing improvement for everyone.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date:

08/11/2026 Teacher

• 3rd

Grade Annual Position FLSA:

Exempt FTE:

1.00000 ,

Hours/Day:

8.000 ,

Days/Year:

185

Salary Plan, Grade, Step:

JCE

• Professional
• 185 days , L01, 1

Min-Mid Annual Salary Range:

$56,085.00

• $75,142.

00 Effective as of: 08-16-2025 Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities. Create positive educational climate for students to learn in. Meet course and school-wide student performance goals. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year. Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed. Read and stay abreast of current topics in education. Utilize various curriculum resources and technologies to enhance student learning. Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans. Utilize District curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Prepare and distribute parent communications. Observe and evaluate student's performance. Manage student behavior in the classroom creating appropriate behavior strategies. 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

Teacher must hold 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.

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 Jeffco Salary Schedules

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. Teacher

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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

At Dutch Creek we empower leaders and learners who are kind, respectful, and determined. We are an EL Education Network school, who implements expeditionary learning for content knowledge, character, and high quality work. Our students thrive in a learning environment that honors movement, curiosity, demonstration of learning in a variety of ways, and recognition of age-appropriate developmental processes. Each school year students create representations of their newly acquired knowledge that they present to family members during celebrations of learning. Dutch Creek staff members connect student learning to the real world via field trips and/or work with guest speakers. Students frequently work together on projects, and are encouraged to develop deep levels of understanding and expertise in content areas. We love that students are joyful, curious human beings and believe their learning environment and our relationships should reflect these values In partnership with EL Education we believe: learning is active; learning is challenging; learning is meaningful; learning is public; and learning is collaborative.

ABOUT YOU

Dutch Creek seeks and values teachers who are committed to co-planning with teammates and intervention teachers. Many of our classrooms implement a co-teaching model. Teachers are expected to plan exmeplary and responsive instruction with their grade level teammate using Common Core State Standards and Colorado Academic Standards. Our instructional coach is an integral member of our instructional planning at each grade level. We believe including all of these perspectives and student data helps us design effective, differentiates instruction that meets the leanring needs of all students. Dutch Creek uses EL Education and Math Expressions as our primary resources for systemic instruction. Our teachers frequently observe each other, plan together, and engage in collaborative conversations about organizational improvment. As a collective staff we believe the deprivitization of planning and pratice spurs ongoing improvement for everyone.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date:

08/11/2026 Teacher

• 3rd

Grade Annual Position FLSA:

Exempt FTE:

1.00000 ,

Hours/Day:

8.000 ,

Days/Year:

185

Salary Plan, Grade, Step:

JCE

• Professional
• 185 days , L01, 1

Min-Mid Annual Salary Range:

$56,085.00

• $75,142.

00 Effective as of: 08-16-2025 Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities. Create positive educational climate for students to learn in. Meet course and school-wide student performance goals. Participate in ongoing training sessions. Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year. Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed. Read and stay abreast of current topics in education. Utilize various curriculum resources and technologies to enhance student learning. Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans. Utilize District curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Prepare and distribute parent communications. Observe and evaluate student's performance. Manage student behavior in the classroom creating appropriate behavior strategies. 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

Teacher must hold 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.

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 Jeffco Salary Schedules

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.