504 Support Technician Conifer High School/West Jefferson Middle School

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.

Conifer High School, which opened in 1996, serves the foothills and southwest mountain area. Our 9th - 12th grade students come from not only Conifer, but from parts of Evergreen, Morrison, Littleton, Pine, Deckers, and Bailey. Total enrollment for the 2018-19 school year is 852. We have 49 certified staff, with 67% having advanced degrees.

Conifer High School offers many different classes in 11 subject areas. Our AP (Advanced Placement ? 22 courses) and Honors Programs continue to grow and provide challenge and rigor to our students? academic needs. To ensure our students' successes, CHS offers many support systems, such as the Learning Center, Guided Study Halls, Targeted Seminars and other programs that provide students of all levels with additional academic assistance. Conifer is ranked a top 5 neighborhood school by the Washington Post.

Accomplishments of our students over the past couple years include: 4 Academy appointments, 2 Boettcher Scholars, 1 Daniel's Fund Scholar, 3 Ivy League Acceptances, 2 Conservatory Acceptances, and National Merit Finalists. 96.5% students entered 4 and 2 year college with over five million earned in scholarship money.

Conifer students are very involved in athletics and extracurricular activities. We have 22 sports teams, and over 25 clubs/activities. Our mountain bike team, DECA and HOSA programs have combined over 100 members, regularly qualify a number of student for regional and state competitions each year. We also have a strong fine arts program with incredible plays, art shows, musicals and instrumental music performances throughout the year. Community service is also a strong component of the Conifer tradition. Typically, about 25% of the senior class are recognized at graduation for having completed over 200 hours of community service.

Conifer prides itself on the strong community we have built, that is accepting to all.

Desired Start Date: 08/04/2025

504 Support Technician
Annual Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .50000 , Hours/Day: 4.000 , Days/Year: 194
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - 194 Days , S19, 1
Pay Range: $22.96 - $28.41 Effective as of: 08-16-2024

This 1.0 FTE position will be split between Conifer High School and West Jefferson Middle School
Position is temporary for 1 year and will end in May of 2026

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.

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

SUMMARY Provide office support for instructional school teams handling 504 plans for students with disabilities who need accommodations to ensure that they are able to receive the same learning experience as their peers. Assist in scheduling evaluations, coordinating data, family communications, monitoring due dates, coordinating with central teams, etc. Provide high customer service experience to families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Coordinate assessment data for the school?s MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) process.

Support administrator(s) and teachers with the scheduling of meetings for special populations; particularly regarding 504 Reviews, Re-Evaluations, and Review meetings, while also inviting key stakeholders to meetings as directed.

Prepare documents for 504 meetings. Send 504 plan to all necessary stakeholders.

Provide 504 related support for students transitioning to/from school to other locations in the district (e.g. elementary age student moving to middle school).

Support 504 Team Leads and 504 Team members during 504 meetings

Communicate with family, staff, and students regarding coordination of 504 processes.

Assist School Assessment Coordinator (SAC) with coordination and scheduling of all school assessments (e.g. CMAS, MAP, AP, SAT, PSAT, ACT, Accuplacer, Workkeys, ASVAB, etc.).

Monitor and submit 504 testing accommodations into College Board?s SSD platform for students on 504 plans.

Monitor due dates, processes (i.e., 504 evaluations, reviews, or reevaluations), and complete tasks in a timely manner consistent with federal Section 504 compliance.

Attend training related to assessment coordinator, in collaboration with SAC. Assist with 504 training for school staff.

Act as a contact for parents about reaching accommodations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years related experience. Experience in department/unit functions preferred.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS: None Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Requires oral and written communications, interpersonal, organizational, public relations, phone etiquette, and advanced computer and software skills (Microsoft Office - Windows, Word, Excel as well as web-based tools - MAP, CMAS, Lexia, Moby Max etc.), Internet, e-mail and general office equipment at time of hire. Ability to prioritize multiple and competing requests and tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

The physical requirements, mental requirements and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to focus on objects at varying distances and distinguish between colors (with corrective lenses). Perform tasks that require manual dexterity, including operation of computers & small office equipment. Basic mobility and the ability to navigate the office environment safely. Ability to speak clearly, listen attentively (with assistance devices), and convey information accurately.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: Ability to analyze situations and devise effective solutions. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other teams. Ability to manage time and priorities to meet deadlines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work will be primarily performed in school offices. Typical secondary school campus may also contain libraries, science labs, computer labs, kitchens, auditoriums, gymnasiums & athletic fields, and possibly specialized shops.

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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.