Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:LAFAYETTE

School: Sanchez Elementary

Position Title: 21st Century Program Instructor

Position Start Date: February 3, 2025

Position Type: Non-Represented

Work Schedule: As Needed - 2/3/2025 - 5/8/2025

Hourly Pay:*$28.08

Closing Date: January 30, 2025

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Summary:

This position will instruct after school enrichment and/or academic support classes to K-5 students in our 21st Century Community Learning Centers. May include class design or implementation of a pre-designed class or curriculum. Funded by the 21st Century grant, this position must follow all grant guidelines as instructed by the Site Coordinator and Program Director. Program hours are from 2:50-4:50, Monday through Thursday.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and/or instructs approved classes in assigned 21st Century Centers. Classes will be age and grade appropriate for groups of 10-20 students.
• Follows all program guidelines including taking attendance, learning safety protocols and providing a safe and engaging environment for students. Complies with all BVSD and grant requirements.
• Set up and break down space used for class, including cleaning after each class to ensure classrooms are left as they were found or better.
• Ensures all program materials used are maintained in good condition and returned to site coordinators at the end of each program day, as needed.
• Communicates concerns and behavior challenges as instructed in program protocols and/or by site coordinators or the program director. Including asking for help when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience teaching, assisting, supervising and/or working with school aged children (K-5th grades) in structured activities.

OR

• Bachelor's degree

OR

• Graduate of BVSD Boulder TEC Teacher Academy Program
• Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English.
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with and supervising school aged children (K-5th grades) in a group setting
  
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience teaching, leading or facilitating children’s programs
• Bilingual Spanish/English

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html