Sub Assistant Principal

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

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. Jeffco Public Schools is a Single‑State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

ABOUT THE JOB

This is a pool to collect applicants when there is a need for a substitute AP in a school. The position will be hired on an as‑need basis. Previous Jeffco AP or principal experience is required.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 08/18/2025 Sub Assistant Principal Hourly Position FLSA: Exempt FTE: .12500, Hours/Day: 1.000, Days/Year: 260 Salary Plan, Grade, Step: TNO – Hourly – Non‑Negotiated, C96, 1 Min‑Mid Annual Salary Range: $147,680.00 – $147,680.00 Effective as of: 08‑16‑2024 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.

PRE‑EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SUMMARY: Serve as an assistant principal at a school either during the short‑term absence of an assistant principal, or when a school needs short‑term additional support; ensure continued operations and academic achievement. Provide leadership, support staff, and maintain open communication with the school community. Responsible for making informed decisions, handling crises, overseeing curriculum implementation and/or testing; ensuring compliance with school policies. Maintain a positive school environment and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all staff and students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as assistant principal and support the school principal in ensuring continuity in school operations. Make informed and timely decisions on behalf of the principal on day‑to‑day matters that impact the school environment and the educational experience of students. Keep principal informed in a timely manner of any issues, concerns, or decisions made. Address student behavioral issues and work with teachers, staff, and parents to resolve disciplinary matters. Provide leadership and guidance to teachers and staff, maintaining a positive learning environment. Represent the principal and district leadership in meetings with staff, parents, and external stakeholders as needed. Respond to emergencies and unexpected situations, ensuring the safety and well‑being of students and staff. Support the implementation of the school’s curriculum, ensuring that educational goals are met. Ensure that classroom activities are effectively supervised and that educational standards are maintained. Promote a positive and inclusive school culture that supports the academic and social development of all students. Ensure that the school remains in compliance with district policies, state laws, and federal regulations during the principal’s absence. Leverage school management software, data dashboards, communication tools, and other relevant technologies to support administrative functions and enhance educational practices. Work closely with other administrators, counselors, and support staff to coordinate school activities and programs. EXPERIENCE: Prior experience as either a Principal or Assistant Principal at Jeffco Public Schools. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid Professional Principal License or Administrator License from Colorado Department of Education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of state and federal requirements for public education. Knowledge of Jeffco Public Schools educational goals and standards, school operations, and organizational structure. Knowledge of how to leverage school management software, data dashboards, communication tools, and other relevant technologies to support administrative functions and enhance educational practices. Strong leadership skills with the ability to collect relevant perspectives, make informed decisions, and communicate for consensus and support. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, staff, parents, and the community. Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills to address disciplinary issues and interpersonal conflicts. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines. Ability to understand and respond to the emotional and social needs of students and staff. Ability to anticipate potential challenges and proactively develop strategies to mitigate them. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Regularly required to use hands to handle and feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Must be able to access shelving and storage areas. Must be able to lift 25 pounds unassisted. Specific vision requirements include close and distance vision (with corrective lenses). Must be able to direct or lead students to safety in the event of an emergency or drill. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to read and comprehend curriculum, policies and procedures, standards, benchmarks, behavior plans, performance evaluations, and implementation strategies. Ability to make sound decisions on a day‑to‑day basis on appropriate communication with staff on safety concerns, student performance metrics, and tasks to meet strategic goals. Ability to evaluate and provide constructive feedback on both staff performance and student behavior. Demonstrate mature judgement in exercising appropriate supervision and expectations of staff and students. Ability to speak effectively before groups. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work will be primarily performed at either elementary and secondary school sites. Typical elementary school building may also contain libraries, computer labs, and kitchens. Typical secondary school campus may also contain libraries, science labs, computer labs, kitchens, auditoriums, gymnasiums & athletic fields, and possibly specialized shops. May be exposed to outside elements during travel between campuses and offices. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jeffco Public Schools