Platte Canyon School District RE 1

Human Resources

Job Description

TITLE: PCELC Group Leader Contract Length:     163 days

REPORTS TO: PCELC Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD.
• Must be Lead Teacher Qualified.
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum one year experience working with appropriate age group.
• Ability to work within an established disciplinary program.
• Working knowledge of the Colorado Shines system and be registered on PDIS.
• Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and administration.
• " Clear" background check through submission of fingerprint card to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, and Background Information Services.          

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess student needs, progress and achievement; diagnose and remedy weaknesses.
• Instruction and supervision of preschool age students.
• Must be willing to work with 3-5 year old children in the preschool environment.  This population could include developmentally delayed and at-risk children along with typical preschool aged children. Applicant must have current medical exam, and all immunizations up to date.
• Exhibit excellent classroom management skills that enhance learning, maintain sound control over student behavior and effectively manage transitions from one activity to another.
• Prepare and use effective instructional strategies using appropriate teaching materials.
• Other duties as assigned by PCELC Director.

EVALUATION: PCELC Group Leaders are evaluated annually by the PCELC Director.Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Policies GDO and GDO-R: Evaluation of Classified/Support Staff.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The PCELC Group Leader position is an at-will position. 

Work Year: August-June �163 days per year, 8.25 hours per day (4-day week).

Salary: Initial placement on the Classified Salary Schedule, column is at the discretion of the Superintendent. Salary is an hourly rate based on placement on the schedule. Up to ten (10) years credit for previous experience in a comparable position may be allowed. 

Benefits: Eligible for PERA Retirement Plan

Sick/personal leave days earned at 1 day for every 18 days worked

Licensed Emergency Leave Bank 

Full-time employees are eligible for the District Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)

Free employee access to District indoor swimming pool and workout area

Employee Bonus Program

ADDITIONAL JOB CONSIDERATIONS: Necessary travel throughout the District requires the use of a private vehicle and Colorado Driver's License. Work outside of regularly scheduled hours may be required to fulfill job duties and responsibilities. Work may need to be performed in narrow, poorly lighted, confined spaces.

TOBACCO-FREE, DRUG-FREE, AND ALCOHOL- FREE SCHOOLS

Smoking, chewing, or any other use of any tobacco products by staff, students, and members of the public is banned on school property in accordance with Platte Canyon School District Policy KFA. All illicit drugs, controlled substances and alcohol are banned from School District Property in accordance with Platte Canyon School District Policy GBEC. Inquiries concerning these policies should be directed to Business Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Platte Canyon School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or sex in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment). It is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of sex by Title IX (20 U.S.C. 1681) and on the basis of disability by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 (20 U.S.C. 794). Inquiries concerning the application of these laws should be directed to Business Services, District Administration Office, 57393 U.S. Hwy 285, Bailey, CO 80421. 303-838-7666. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER Platte Canyon School District Public Notice Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act and Colorado law, The Platte Canyon School District 1 does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry or need for special education services in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all groups and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding civil rights discrimination: Kay Genschorck, PCSD1 Compliance Coordinator, PCSD1 Title IX Coordinator, [email protected] 572433 US Highway 285, PO Box 1069, Bailey CO 80421, 303-838-7666, x1019. You may also contact the US Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, Region VII, Federal Office Building, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite #310, Denver CO 80204. PCSD1 offers Career and Technical Education which includes ACE (Alternative Cooperative Education) which prepares young adults to be occupationally effective, socially responsible, and functionally independent. The ACE program is available to all interested students.

POLICIES

Policies are available at www.plattecanyonschools.org. Copies are also located in the libraries at each school, in the Platte Canyon Public Library and at the Platte Canyon School District Office located at 57393 U.S. Highway 285, Bailey, CO 80421

PLATTE CANYON SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

Bailey, Colorado

Revised 5/1/25