Open Positions:
We seek qualified candidates for the following positions for the 2021-22 school year:
PRIMARY LEAD TEACHER (Preschool, Pre-K & Kindergarten) - Full Time, Starting August 6th - This is a temporary one-year position to start our sixth Full Day Primary Classroom. See full Job Description. Job ID 10957 posting April 14th.
LOWER ELEMENTARY LEAD TEACHER (1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade) - Full Time, Starting August 6th. See full Job Description. Job ID 10958 posting April 14th.
SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (Preschool - 8th Grade) - Part Time, Starting August 6th. Job Description and Job ID coming soon.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS (Primary, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary & Middle School) - Part Time, Starting August 11th. Job listings to be posted in July.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates interested in being considered for an interview must complete the application and upload required documentation via the Jeffco Public Schools Job Board. Once logged in, search for Free Horizon Montessori in the locations window at the top left of the Job Board.
- An application
- Letter of introduction
- Resume
Core Qualifications by Position Type:
Core Qualifications for Administrative Positions:
Our
administration works as a cohesive team in assuring smooth daily
operations of the school, fulfilling requirements or charter agreement,
and providing educational opportunities that are aligned with our
Mission, Vision, and Values. Our administrative team utilizes systems
theory and servant leadership principles, allowing each individual
member to contribute in vital, meaningful ways to the success of the
school. We seek friendly, passionate, dedicated people who believe in
the Montessori Method in the public sector to join us.
Core Qualifications for Teaching Positions:
Our classroom teachers must hold a Bachelor’s degree as well as Montessori
certification from a MACTE accredited program (or previous experience in
Montessori and a willingness to enroll in Montessori certification course at time of employment offer) and
meet federal qualification criteria by passing the appropriate PLACE
or Praxis II exam as required by the Colorado Department of Education prior to employment. Successful candidates will bring
a minimum of 3 years of experience as a lead teacher (though this can
be waived in some cases), an understanding of the relationship between
curriculum, instruction, and assessment in supporting student
achievement, and demonstrate comfort and competence in utilizing
technology to enhance student learning. We provide a comprehensive
compensation package including competitive salary based on education,
qualifications, and experience, PERA retirement contribution, access to the district's full benefits offerings, including generous benefits
allotment, paid life and short-term disability insurance, paid leave time, and professional development
opportunities.
Core Qualifications for Support Staff Positions:
Our
support staff members bring varying levels of education and experience,
but all share a common vision of supporting students to make their time
at Free Horizon Montessori as positive and successful as possible. We
value all members of our staff and believe in supporting professional
growth for career advancement. All members of our Support Staff must at
minimum possess a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age,
relate well to children and adults, and demonstrate an interest in and
knowledge of children and concern for their proper care, education, and
overall well-being.
Salary Schedules:
- Free Horizon Montessori Professional Educator 189 Salary Scale
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Free Horizon Montessori affirms that no person shall, on the basis of race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or veteran status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity, including, but not limited to, employment or enrollment. Sexual orientation is a person's orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or perception of the individual's sexual orientation.