Open Positions

High School Language Arts Teacher

Job Title:         High School Teacher                                                   FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To:     High School Principal                                                  Days per Year: 185
Job Location:  Highland High School                                                 Hours per Week: 40+
Revision Date: March 6, 2026                                                            Pay Range: Licensed Salary Schedule

Summary: High School Teachers are responsible for instructing students in grades 9-12. They create lesson plans and well-rounded, comprehensive instructional programs.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Develop course content in relation to the Colorado Academic Standards
• Plan, organize, and implement effective instructional strategies and lessons
• Monitor and evaluate student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues in department and building level administration
• Develop individualized lessons and programs for students as needed
• Communicate students' academic progress and needs with appropriate stakeholders
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade student work in a timely manner
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's Degree with a teaching certification is preferred, but not required
• Endorsement, certification, degree, passing PRAXIS score, or being highly qualified in area of instruction is preferred, but not required
• Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License. The Weld Re-9 School District considers candidates pursuing alternative pathways to the classroom

Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $50,000-$65,750 per year depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits.  The contract amount will be prorated based on how many contract days are left in the school year. As of September 23, 2026, there are 154 out of 184 total contract days remaining, prorating the salary to 83%. Please reach out to Lisa Todd at [email protected] for assistance calculating prorated salary range. See the Licensed Salary Schedule under the Employment Opportunities tab.  The district provides health insurance benefits including dental and vision, PERA retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, an employee assistance plan, a tuition reimbursement program, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor.  Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave as well as other benefits specific to our school district.

Application:
Applications can be completed by visiting https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the High School Principal, Clay Naughton, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1300 or [email protected]

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High School Athletic Secretary

Job Title:         Athletic Secretary                                              FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To:     High School Principal & Athletic Director       Days per Year: 201

Job Location:  Highland High School                                   Hours per Week: 40 

Revision Date: September 10, 2024                                     Pay Range: Classified   Salary Schedule- Secretary

Summary: The Athletic Secretary is responsible for performing financial and clerical duties for a school including answering and routing calls, greeting and directing visitors, typing correspondence, entering data, operating office equipment, preparing financial records for school activity accounts, and providing support to students, staff, families, and visitors to promote a positive schooling environment. Finally, the athletic secretary is responsible for assisting with student physicals and fees as well as assisting the Athletic Director with scheduling, administrative tasks, etc.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Receive and direct calls, greet and check-in visitors, answers inquiries
• Verify and enter data, manage records, and run reports from student information system related to student grades, eligibility, athletic participation documents, athlete fee waivers, attendance, and team rosters
• Assist with travel arrangements for athletics and activities
• Provide first aid and administer student medications, adhering to District and state policies
• Inventory and stock office supplies, educational materials, athletic uniforms, and maintain athletic storage facilities
• Assist in scheduling meetings, trainings, special events and appointments in the building and assist with set up of all events to include picking up items outside of the campus, as needed
• Sort, distribute, and prepare mailings and award letters
• Utilize Infinite Campus to send messages to parents, update student information and student attendance
• Communicate and provide customer service with Athletics/Activities Director, parents, athletes, booster organizations, staff, game workers, media, District personnel, officials, assigners, coaches, Colorado High School Athletic Association (CHSAA), District Athletic Coordinator, and custodial event staff
• Manages and reconciles school activity and athletics accounts and prepares monthly reports for the Board of Education and is responsible for cash management
• Assists with scheduling referees and activity workers for athletic contests
• Utilize the Arbiter system to ensure student sports registrations and physicals
• Processes activity requisitions and places orders as needed
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Customer Service Oriented
• Previous administrative/clerical experience preferred, but not required
• First Aid/CPR/Medication Administration/CPI Training required and provided upon hire
• Criminal Background Check

Salary and Benefits:
The hourly rate for this position is $17.50 to $19.00 per hour depending on years of relevant experience. See the Classified Salary Schedule under "Work for Weld Re-9" at weldre9.org.  The district provides health insurance benefits including your choice of three insurance plans (or keep your current insurance and receive a stipend!), dental and vision, PERA retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, an employee assistance plan, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor.  The Weld Re-9 School District offers a tuition reimbursement program for individuals wanting to continue their education. This position offers sick and personal leaves.

Application:
Applications can be completed by visiting https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the High School Principal, Clay Naughton, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1300 or [email protected]

Full-Time Maintenance Assistant

Job Title: Maintenance Assistant                                          FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director of Facilities & Maintenance               Days per Year: 260
Job Location: District-wide                                                   Hours per Week: 40
Revision Date: February 11, 2026                                   Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule - Maintenance Assistant

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Assist maintenance technician and other assistants with maintenance tasks that may include custodial, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, paint repairs, etc.
• Light janitorial work as needed, to include emergency janitorial situations before custodial staff arrive
• Groundskeeping, to include mowing, trimming, planting, snow removal, and hauling debris/trash
• Drive a district vehicle to various worksites
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures when performing duties
• Shipping and receiving deliveries
• Work collaboratively with other department staff, school administrators and staff members to meet the needs of the district
• Maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records
• Appropriately test and operate all equipment and machinery as necessary
• Prioritize work and schedule work; meet schedules and timelines
• Ability to initiate and complete work orders, including notes in the descriptions for every work order
• Ability to operate small equipment such as bobcats, mowers, lifts, cleaning equipment, etc.
• Work independently or with a small crew depending on the size of a project
• Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all projects
• Serve as a positive role model for students and communicate a respectful atmosphere to visitors, staff, students, and community members with a focus on quality customer service
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and seminars required for job skills
• Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students, employees, and visitors in school buildings and grounds
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous custodial, groundskeeping, and/or maintenance experience preferred, but not required
• Criminal background check
• Valid Colorado Driver's license and ability to meet district insurability standards strongly preferred
• Ability to work outside of normal hours in emergencies (i.e. snow removal)
• Self-motivated, team player

Salary and Benefits:
The starting salary range for this position is $18.75-$20.25 per hour depending on previous maintenance/custodial/event setup experience. Please see the Classified Salary Schedule on the district website, weldre9.org under "Work for Weld Re-9." The district provides a PERA retirement plan, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor.  Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave. This position receives 10 days of vacation time per year after the first year of employment, and 15 days per year after 10 years of employment. Maintenance staff receive free cafeteria meals.

Application:
Applications can be completed by visiting https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the Director of Facilities & Maintenance, Davin Armstrong, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1403 or [email protected].

Sports Coaches

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Substitute Teachers

Primary Responsibilities:

Substitutes are tasked with filling in for teachers and other staff members, working directly with students. 

Requirements:

A substitute teaching license issued by Colorado Department of Education is required.

For information on substitute licensure, please visit the Substitute for Weld Re-9 page.

Salary and Benefits:

Substitute Teacher pay is $140 per day. Substitutes are enrolled in a PERA retirement plan, earn 1 hour of paid leave accrual for every 30 hours worked, and receive free cafeteria meals.

Applications: 

To apply online, you can use the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/

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Classified (non-licensed) Substitutes

Primary Responsibilities:

Classified substitutes are tasked with filling in for classified staff members, such as food service workers, paraprofessionals, secretaries, and/or bus drivers. 

Requirements:

A CDL and bus driver training is required for bus driver substitutes.

Experience in food service, education, paraprofessional, or secretarial/office work is preferred, but not required for other positions.

Salary and Benefits:

Classified substitute pay is $15.50 per hour with the exception of substitute bus drivers, which are paid $18.50 per hour. Substitutes are enrolled in a PERA retirement plan, earn 1 hour of paid leave accrual for every 30 hours worked, and receive free cafeteria meals.

Applications: