Aspen Community School Long-Term Substitute Administrative Coordinator

The Aspen Community School is a public charter school in Woody Creek, Colorado, serving 135 students. Our highly respected school provides a balanced, integrated curriculum that incorporates intentional community values, individual character development, and strong academic skills woven into project-based learning opportunities and intentional field experiences. Aspen Community School is one of two K-8 public charter schools of Compass, who share the Mission of fostering lifelong learning and empowering individuals to take responsibility for themselves, their learning and their community (www.discovercompass.org).

All Aspen Community School employees are employees of Compass for Lifelong Discovery, not Aspen School District employees.

Seeking a long-term substitute administrator coordinator with strong relationship, communication and leadership skills to support the educational process of students and the functionality of the school. This is a five day per week position starting August-November. Do not use the online application to apply for this position. Resume and cover letter are to be sent to: cwhite@discovercompass.org

Dates: August 11, 2025-December 5, 2025

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Work hours: 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Shift Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $18,000

75 days x daily rate ($240) = $18,000

5 days of summer preparation time, 70 days with students and/or teachers in the building.

Responsibilities And Dispositions, Listed But Not Limited To

• Maintain a calm, orderly, and welcoming presence at the entry of the school.
• Coordinates a variety of school functions including attendance and academic records, updates and collects school forms, directs the annual school lottery, accounting for school fees and other payments, and purchasing materials and supplies.
• Acts as a gatekeeper, maintaining the integrity of the systems that foster student learning, teacher professionalism, and completeness.
• Communicates important school information to parents both verbally and in writing.
• Administers first aid and prescription medications to students, under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
• Screens phone calls, e-mails and visitors by providing information, transmitting messages, directing inquiries, and providing direction to appropriate personnel.
• Supports and assists with emergency preparedness procedures, protocols, and drills for the safety of the school.
• Engage parents in the education of their children.
• Maintains confidentiality and discretion as appropriate.
• Supports the school principal.
• Possesses a strong desire to be a part of a high functioning, positive, and energetic team and community.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Clear communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficient computer skills and in operating office equipment
• Bookkeeping skills
• Knowledge of school policies, school district charter agreement, and state requirements
• Ability to shift between tasks without alarm, juggling frequent interruptions
• Able to meet deadlines
• List is not comprehensive- duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned.
  
  

Qualification Requirements:

• Two years clerical experience, preferably in a school setting
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
  
  

Do not use the online application for this position.

Send resume and cover letter to: Casey White, Principal

Email: cwhite@discovercompass.org

Phone: 970.923.4080

Compass is committed to building and sustaining a diverse team by maintaining hiring and recruiting processes that are free from bias and seek to provide each candidate with a unique and equitable opportunity for employment.