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Elementary School
Elementary School Special Education Teacher
Job Title: Elementary School Special Education Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Elementary School Principal & Assistant Principal Days per Year: 185
Job Location: Highland Elementary School Hours per Week: 40+
Revision Date: November 5, 2025 Pay Range: Licensed Salary Schedule
Summary: Elementary School Special Education Teachers are responsible for instructing students in an elementary school. They create lesson plans and a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program. Additionally, Special Education Teachers are responsible for monitoring, planning, direction, and revision of student's Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Create instructional resources for use in the classroom.
- Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year.
- Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities in whole group, small group and 1:1 situations
- Create positive educational climate for students to learn in.
- Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
- Utilize various curriculum resources.
- Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans.
- Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
- Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions.
- Read and stay abreast of current topics in education.
- Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met.
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
- Prepare and distribute required reports.
- Observe and evaluate student's performance.
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.
- Maintain grade books.
- Grade papers and perform other administrative duties as needed.
- Create projects designed to enhance lectures.
- Develop incentives to keep participants in class.
- Communicate students' progress, and needs with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
- Planning literacy and math curriculum and instruction
- Monitor, plan, direct, and revise IEPs as well as participate in IEP meetings
- Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree with a Special Education Generalist teaching certification is preferred.
- Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License. The Weld Re-9 School District is considers and advises candidates pursuing or considering alternative pathways to the classroom.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $49,250-$64,750 per year as of the time of this posting depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits. See the Licensed Salary Schedule under the Employment Opportunities tab (SALARY SCHEDULES ARE UPDATED IN LATE SPRING). 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 clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the Elementary School Principal, Jennifer Moylett, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1100 or [email protected].
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Elementary School Intervention Teacher
Job Title: Elementary School Intervention Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: Elementary School Principal & Assistant Principal Days per Year: 185
Job Location: Highland Elementary School Hours per Week: 40+
Revision Date: September 16, 2025 Pay Range: Licensed Salary Schedule
Summary: The Elementary School Intervention Teacher is responsible for instructing students in an elementary school individually and in small groups. The Intervention Teacher is responsible for helping students develop proficient math and literacy skills.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Support a positive school climate by enforcing school-wide expectations and learning strategies to support all learners
• Plan, prepare and deliver research based instructional activities in whole group, small group and 1:1
• Create a positive educational climate for students to learn in.
• Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students.
• Utilize provided curriculum
• Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans.
• Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.
• Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
• Participate in ongoing training sessions.
• Read and stay abreast of current topics in education.
• Work with program coordinators to ensure initiatives are being met.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare and distribute required reports.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures.
• Maintain grade books.
• Grade papers and perform other duties as needed.
• Create projects designed to enhance lectures.
• Develop incentives to keep participants in class.
• Communicate students' progress, and needs with parents/guardians and other staff as needed.
• Attend, come prepared for, and participate in team planning, as well as data teams, MTSS/RTI (when applicable) and student support team discussions to strengthen the knowledge of intervention strategies and instructional practices.
• Work closely with other teachers and administration to deliver small group and individualized instruction that addresses student needs in reading, math, and other core areas.
• Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree with an Elementary Education teaching certification is preferred.
- Previous teaching experience required
- Candidates should have strong, demonstrated experience in literacy and mathematic instruction
- Familiar with the RTI process and tiered instruction.
- Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License. The Weld Re-9 School District considers and advises candidates pursuing or considering alternative pathways to the classroom.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $49,250-$64,750 per year as of the time of this posting depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits. See the Licensed Salary Schedule under the Employment Opportunities tab (SALARY SCHEDULES ARE UPDATED IN LATE SPRING). 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 clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the Elementary School Principal, Jennifer Moylett, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1100 or [email protected].
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Elementary School Paraprofessional
Job Title: Paraprofessional FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Elementary School Principal & Assistant Principal Days per Year: 180
Job Location: Highland Elementary School Hours per Week: 35
Revision Date: June 4, 2025 Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule-
Teacher Aide/Health Tech
Summary: Paraprofessionals are responsible for working in a team environment in the Elementary School assisting the instructors in providing educational experiences and support to students.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide instructional and personal care assistance to students
- Monitor and evaluate student progress
- Assist students in a general or special education classroom
- Participate as a classified staff member within the building
- Participate in all aspects of students schooling experience
- Responsible for providing a safe educational environment
- Participate in implementing students' Individual Education Plans and behavior plans
- Monitor students in classrooms, on breaks, during lunch, recess, time outs, on field trips, getting on and off the bus, entering and exiting school, etc.
- Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with elementary age students preferred, but not required
- Experience working with students with disabilities preferred, but not required
- Applicant must demonstrate a great deal of patience and empathy
- Criminal background check
Salary and Benefits:
Starting salary range is $17.00-$18.50 per hour, depending on years of relevant experience. 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, 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, reimbursement for obtaining a substitute license, and pathways to teacher licensure for interested staff. 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 Elementary School Principal, Jennifer Moylett, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1100 or [email protected]
Middle School
SSN Paraprofessional
Job Title: Severe Needs Paraprofessional FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Middle School Principal & Assistant Principal Days per Year: 180
Job Location: Research Center/SSN Room Hours per Week: 37.5
Revision Date: May 13, 2025 Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule- SSN Health Tech
Summary: Severe Needs Paraprofessionals are responsible for working in a team environment in the Severe Support Needs room to assist the teacher in providing educational experiences and support to students. This position may include duties related to the care of students, which may require lifting, assisting with toileting, and assisting with medical tasks.
Primary Responsibilities:
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- Provide instructional assistance to special education students
- Monitor and evaluate student progress
- Assisting students in a special education classroom
- Participate as a classified staff member within the building
- Participate in all aspects of special education students schooling experience
- Responsible for providing a safe educational environment
- Participant in implementing students’ Individual Education Plans and behavior plans
- Assist students with personal care, self-advocacy and in getting to and from bus stops, restrooms, lunchrooms, etc. Assist students with personal health and hygiene, including spoon feeding, tube feeding, toileting, catheterization, suctioning, delivery of oxygen or other medications and diapering. Perform all medical procedures delegated by the school nurse. Lift, transfer, or push students in wheelchairs. Use alternative language techniques such as sign language or voice activated computer systems when needed.
- Assist staff with recording student health information for daily communication between school and family.
- Coordinate student health needs between teachers, nurses, and parents. Assist the classroom and health services staff to meet Individual Education Plans (IEP) and health care plans. Provide emergency and routine health care and/or first aid, administer medications adhering to District and state procedures, and perform delegated medical procedures.
- Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with middle school age students preferred, but not required
- Experience working with students with disabilities preferred, but not required
- Applicant must demonstrate a great deal of patience and empathy
- Medication administration and medical procedure training required and provided upon hire
- Criminal background check
Salary and Benefits:
Starting salary range is $18.00-$19.50 per hour, depending on years of relevant experience. 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, 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, reimbursement for obtaining a substitute license, and pathways to teacher licensure for interested staff. 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 or [email protected].
High School
Paraprofessional - Blending Learning Monitor
Job Title: Paraprofessional – Blending Learning Monitor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: High School Principal & Assistant Principal Days per Year: 180
Job Location: Highland High School Hours per Week: 37.5
Revision Date: March 31, 2026 Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule - Teacher Aide/Health Tech
Summary: Paraprofessionals are responsible for working in a team environment in the High School assisting the instructors in providing educational experiences and support to students.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide instructional assistance to students
- Supervise a classroom consisting of students in credit recovery and online/distant learning programs
- Enforce basic building policies in the classroom
- Participate as a classified staff member within the building
- Learn and be able to troubleshoot and/or provide basic directions to students for a variety of online/distance learning programs and websites
- Responsible for providing a safe educational environment
- Participant in implementing students' Individual Education Plans and behavior plans
- Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with high age students preferred, but not required
- Experience working with a variety of student populations preferred, but not required
- Applicant must demonstrate a great deal of patience and empathy
- Criminal background check
Salary and Benefits:
Starting salary range is $17.00-$18.50 per hour depending on years of relevant experience.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, 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, reimbursement for obtaining a substitute license, and pathways to teacher licensure for interested staff. 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 or [email protected].
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High School Science 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 Special Education 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
- Candidates must be knowledgeable in the field of instructional technology
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $49,250-$67,450 per year AS OF THE TIME OF THIS POSTING depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits. Salary schedules are updated each spring for the following school year. 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].
Transportation
Bus Driver
Job Title: Bus Driver FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director of Transportation Days per Year: 180
Job Location: Transportation/Maintenance Facility Hours per Week: Varies
Revision Date: February 20, 2026 Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule – Bus Drivers
Summary: Bus drivers are responsible for transporting students to, from, and in-between schools and district-sponsored activity trips in a safe and timely manner.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Operates the assigned school bus in compliance with procedures outlined in the Weld Re-9 Driver Handbook and in accordance with federal and state laws
- Performs daily pre- and post-inspection routines on vehicles as needed
- Coordinates with supervisor to ensure all required route information is current and accurate
- Works within guidelines and with supervisor to maintain student discipline
- Completes paperwork related to driver duties and additional tasks as assigned, such as managing the small vehicle fleet.
- Assists with fueling and cleaning any district vehicle as needed
- Available to drive on weekends, late nights, and possibly for overnight trips
- Reports all accidents and tickets related to driving, whether involving a school or personal vehicle
- Attends driver training and in-service meetings held by the district
Any and all other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- 21 Years of Age
- Able to pass the Commercial Driver license physical exam and drug test
- Able to pass a criminal background check
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (No more than two accidents or tickets in two consecutive years)
- In the event of an emergency bus evacuation, the employee may be required to assist in the removal of children from the rear of the vehicle requiring moving/ lifting of over 100 lbs and making a drop of 42" from an exit door
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision and night vision.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $20.75-$22.25 per hour depending on years of relevant experience. For part-time staff, the district provides a PERA retirement plan, 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. Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave as well as other benefits specific to our school district. Finally, the Weld Re-9 school district offers a tuition reimbursement program as well as pathways to teacher licensure for interested staff.
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 Transportation, Dave Chandler, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1402 or [email protected].
Maintenance
Food Services
District Office
Coaching
Sports Coaches
- High School Assistant Volleyball Coaches
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Substitutes
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:
To apply online, you can use the following link: https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/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, THE GENETIC INFORMATION NONDISCRIMINATION ACT OF 2008, AND COLORADO LAW, WELD RE-9 DOES NOT UNLAWFULLY DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, SEX, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, CREED, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, GENDER EXPRESSION, GENETIC INFORMATION, DISABILITY OR NEED FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES IN ADMISSIONS, ACCESS TO, TREATMENT, OR EMPLOYMENT IN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES WHICH IT OPERATES.
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