Employment Opportunities

Job Title: Auxiliary Programs Coordinator

Program:  School Administration

Reports to: Head of School

Employment Status: Full-time, year round, exempt

Report to Work Dates: All days that the academic program is in session (currently planned for August 14, 2023-May 31, 2024); all days that the summer program is in session (10 weeks) and up to 12 Blast Days during the academic year.  

Background:

Founded in 1970, Bixby School is a small independent school serving approximately 120 students from preschool through 5th grade. Some of the defining characteristics of a Bixby education include small classes of students who demonstrate a wide range of individual needs and strengths, and a strong focus on the social-emotional growth, independence, and creativity of students.  Our students’ days are richly balanced with academics, play, movement, music, art, and sports.  Bixby is a close, supportive community of positive, dedicated staff and families who have returned over generations.  Bixby students are curious, kind and fun!

 One of our core beliefs is that “support for families and continuity for children that builds upon the rich learning environment and social setting of the school day are critical elements of an effective extended day program.”  Fostering an exceptional experience that aligns with the school-day experience is a critical element of Bixby’s mission. 

Position Summary: 

Bixby’s auxiliary programs include:

  1. Extended day program – before care (7:15-8:30 am) and after care (3:30-5:45 pm) on all days that school is in session;
  2. Blast Days – Childcare provided during school breaks and teacher work days for an additional fee; there are approximately 12 Blast Days each year; and
  3. Summer Camp – During the summer, Bixby School provides a 10-week, play-based summer camp for students in Preschool-6th grade. 

The Coordinator is responsible for planning, managing and delivering Bixby School’s auxiliary programs with excellence.  The ideal candidate is a mission-driven individual who follows, models, and embraces Bixby’s mission and values.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure that auxiliary programs embody Bixby School’s Mission, Values and Core Beliefs
  • Set the tone and culture of Bixby’s auxiliary programs, building on its existing strengths
  • Monitor and respond to individual student needs, including coordinating the flow of information with other faculty and staff
  • Close the loop on all communication in a timely and professional manner 
      • Communicate with warmth, openness, and transparency 
      • Directly support students to build self-awareness, self-regulation and healthy social relationships 
  • Ensure that all guidelines in the Bixby handbooks are met or exceeded in the delivery of Auxiliary programs

  • Coordinate and manage all aspects of Bixby School’s extended care programs
  • Coordinate all aspects of the school-year before-care and after-care programming for school-age children (including working with outside vendors), including:
    • Support staff to design and deliver program activities
    • Deliver clear and timely parent communication – both proactive and problem solving
    • In collaboration with the Director of Finance and Operations, accurately record and support billing for all drop-in care 
    • All staff scheduling, including coverage for absences
    • Work with the kitchen staff to ensure proper nutrition for students and staff
    • Inform the development of the annual budget for auxiliary programs
    • In coordination with the Director of Finance and Operations manage responsibly the auxiliary programs budget
    • Staffing, including participating in all hiring, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff
    • Maintain compliance with all licensing requirements set forth by the Colorado Department of Human Services (Rules Regulating School Age Child Care Centers)
  • Plan and organize All-School Electives for students in K-5 every Wednesday afternoon  (i.e., secure a variety of program offerings, determine and facilitate the process for students to select from elective offerings, addressing coverage if someone calls in sick, helping students sign up, etc.)
  • Coordinate child care for faculty on days when they are required to report to work but no school or extended care is available
  • The Coordinator will be expected to be on-site 10am-6pm during the school year to complete administrative tasks, as well as be available to engage and support students and faculty for the purpose of establishing continuity of family/student relationships 

  • Plan, design and manage delivery of all Blast Day programming
  • Coordinate all aspects of the Blast Days programming for school-age children (including working with outside vendors), including:
    • Support staff to design and deliver program activities
    • Deliver clear and timely parent communication – both proactive and problem solving
    • In collaboration with the Director of Finance and Operations, accurately record and support billing for all drop-in care 
    • All staff scheduling, including coverage for absences
    • Work with the kitchen staff to ensure proper nutrition for students and staff
    • Inform the development of the annual budget for auxiliary programs
    • In coordination with the Director of Finance and Operations, manage responsibly the auxiliary programs budget
    • Staffing, including participating in all hiring, supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff
    • Maintain compliance with all licensing requirements set forth by the Colorado Department of Human Services (Rules Regulating School Age Child Care Centers)
    • Collaborate with the Early Childhood Director to coordinate the delivery of Blast Day programming to preschool students

  • Ensure that the summer program embodies Bixby School’s Mission, Values and Core Beliefs
  • Set the tone and culture of Bixby’s summer programs, building on its existing strengths
  • Coordinate all aspects of the summer programming for school-age children (including working with outside vendors), including:
    • Plan and support the hiring process
    • In collaboration with members of the School Leadership Team, design and deliver all aspects of employee onboarding and training
    • Support staff to design and deliver program activities
    • Deliver clear and timely parent communication – both proactive and problem solving
    • In collaboration with the Director of Finance and Operations, manage the accurate and timely billing process for summer campers 
    • All student scheduling
    • All staff scheduling, including coverage for absences
    • Communicate with kitchen staff to ensure proper nutrition for students and staff
    • Inform the development of the annual budget for summer programs
    • In coordination with the Director of Finance and Operations manage responsibly the summer programs budget
    • Staffing, including supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff
    • Maintain compliance with all licensing requirements set forth by the Colorado Department of Human Services (Rules Regulating School Age Child Care Centers)
    • Collaborate with the Early Childhood Director to coordinate the delivery of Blast Day programming to preschool students

Community and General responsibilities:

  • Model our core beliefs of Respect, Responsibility and Empathy
  • Be aware of, promote, and comply with Bixby’s vision, mission and core beliefs
  • Share collective responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
  • Participate in staff meetings, community functions, and in-service days, when relevant
  • Maintain a positive attitude and style that contributes to the overall positive culture of our school
  • Promote positive and collaborative communication with faculty, students and families
  • Work in collaboration with all program staff, including the gardening teacher,  to support and directly deliver culinary learning opportunities to preschool-5th grade students

Personal Qualities:

  • Enjoys spending time and engaging with young children and other educators 
  • Flexible and able to work with interruptions in a positive manner and in an environment with a number of staff, students, and parents/guardians often present
  • Able to maintain self-control under stressful situations and workload pressures without exhibiting negative behaviors (e.g., loss of temper, rudeness, use of foul language, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability to use logical reasoning principles to arrive at solutions to work-related problems for which no established procedures exist
  • Adaptable to changing circumstances
  • Highly organized
  • High degree of personal responsibility and initiative
  • Team player; willing to support team members as needed
  • Committed to personal and professional growth
  • Sense of humor
  • Self-aware; able to ask for help when needed
  • Belief in the value of a diverse community and committed to fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse community
  • Excellent skills to communicate orally and in writing with clarity, courage and empathy
  • Highly collaborative

Qualifications; Physical Requirements:

  • Meets the requirements for serving as a “qualified program leader” as defined in 12 CCR 2509-8, specifically:
    • Must be at least 21 years of age, and
    • Have at least 1820 hours of experience working with children of any age, and
    • Satisfy at least one of the following:
      • Completion of a 4-year degree pertaining to education (or related field), OR
      • 2 years of college training, and 6 months of satisfactory experience teaching, caring or supervising children, OR
      • 3 years of verifiable full-time or part-time experience teaching, caring or supervising children
  • Satisfactory completion of courses required by the Department of Human Services within 90 days of hire
  • Current First Aid, CPR, and Universal Precautions certification
  • Satisfactory completion of background check and fingerprinting
  • Satisfactory completion of a Responsive Classroom course on school culture and discipline (may be satisfied within first 90 days after hire)
  • Proficient in use of Google suite and FACTS or able to become so quickly and easily
  • Able to continuously walk, stand, climb stairs, and sit
  • Frequent bending or stooping, and reaching above shoulder level
  • Able to lift up to 40 pounds

Compensation 

This position is a full-time, year-round, salaried, exempt position.  Bixby School uses salary bands to determine equitable salaries, depending upon qualifications and experience.  The annual salary for this position starts at $55,000.  Full-time employees of Bixby School receive a competitive set of benefits including fully-paid health insurance (with the option to purchase insurance for family members), access to a tax-deferred retirement plan, paid time off, tuition remission for children of all full-time employees, and daily chef-prepared lunch. 

Inclusive Community; Non-Discrimination:

Bixby School provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.

Application: 

Submit a letter/email of interest, resume, and three current references. Send your materials to Nina Lopez by email ninal@bixbyschool.org or by mail/hand-delivery to 4760 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO, 80305. The position will remain open until filled. 

A background check will be completed for applicants being considered for employment.

Job Title: After-Care Teacher

Program:  Auxiliary Programs

Reports to: Head of School

Employment Status: Part-time; hourly; non-exempt; For the school year we are offering up to 15 hours of work a week, from 3:00-6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. A commitment to at least 3 days a week is highly preferred. 

Report to Work Dates: All days that the program is in operation; up to 12 full-days available during school breaks (Blast Days)

Background:

Founded in 1970, Bixby School is a small independent school serving approximately 120 students from preschool through 5th grade. Some of the defining characteristics of a Bixby education include small classes of students who demonstrate a wide range of individual needs and strengths, and a strong focus on the social-emotional growth, independence, and creativity of students.  Our students’ days are richly balanced with academics, play, movement, music, art, and sports.  Bixby is a close, supportive community of positive, dedicated staff and families who have returned over generations.  Bixby students are curious, kind and fun!

Position Summary: 

Auxiliary staff are mission-driven individuals who follow, model, and embrace Bixby’s mission and values.  

One of our core beliefs is that “support for families and continuity for children that builds upon the rich learning environment and social setting of the school day are critical elements of an effective extended day program.”  Fostering an exceptional experience that aligns with the school-day experience is a critical element of Bixby’s mission. 

The ideal candidate is a joyful, curious and mission-driven individual who follows, models, and embraces Bixby’s mission and values.  

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Ensures that the auxiliary programs embody Bixby School’s Mission and Core Beliefs
  • Build positive relationships of trust with students, colleagues, and families 
  • Helps set the tone and culture of before, after, “Bixby Blast Days,” and summer program, building on Bixby’s existing strengths
  • Closing the loop on all communication and student information in a timely and professional manner 
  • Communicating with warmth, openness, and transparency 
  • Maintain compliance with all licensing requirements set forth by the Colorado Department of Human Services (Rules Regulating School Age Child Care Centers)

Personal Qualities:

  • Enjoys spending time and engaging with young children and other educators 
  • Able to maintain self-control under stressful situations and workload pressures without exhibiting negative behaviors (e.g., loss of temper, rudeness, use of foul language, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability to use logical reasoning principles to arrive at solutions to work-related problems for which no established procedures exist
  • Adaptable to changing circumstances
  • High degree of personal responsibility and initiative
  • Team player; willing to support team members as needed
  • Committed to personal and professional growth
  • Sense of humor
  • Self-aware; able to ask for help when needed
  • Belief in the value of a diverse community and committed to fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse community
  • Excellent skills to communicate orally and in writing with clarity, courage and empathy
  • Highly collaborative

Education/Licensure:

  • Experience working with student populations with diverse needs and gifts in a school or camp setting with school aged children
  • Current First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and Medication Administration certification 
  • At least 18 years old

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to continuously walk, stand, climb stairs, and sit
  • Frequent bending or stooping, and reaching above shoulder level
  • Able to lift up to 40 pounds

Compensation 

This position is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position.  Hourly pay is determined based upon qualifications and experience, but ranges from $17-$24/hour.  

Inclusive Community; Non-Discrimination:

Bixby School provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.

Application: 

Submit a letter/email of interest, resume, and three current references. Send your materials to Nina Lopez by email ninal@bixbyschool.org or by mail/hand-delivery to 4760 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO, 80305. The position will remain open until filled. 

A background check will be completed for applicants being considered for employment. 

Job Title: Spanish Teacher (Kindergarten and 5th Grade)

Program:  Elementary

Reports to: Head of School

Employment Status:  Part-time (0.5 FTE); Exempt

Report to Work Dates: All of the days during which the program in which the Employee is employed is in operation (currently scheduled for August 14, 2023 – May 31, 2024). 

Background:

Founded in 1970, Bixby School is a small independent school serving approximately 120 students from preschool through 5th grade. Some of the defining characteristics of a Bixby education include small classes of students who demonstrate a wide range of individual needs and strengths, and a strong focus on the social-emotional growth, independence, and creativity of students.  Our students’ days are richly balanced with academics, play, movement, music, art, sports, and a nourishing, chef-prepared lunch. Bixby is a close, supportive community of positive, dedicated staff and families who have returned over generations.   Bixby students are curious, kind and fun!

Position Summary: A Core Belief of Bixby School is that “committed, well-qualified teachers are fundamental to the success of our school.” As a Bixby School teacher, you will nurture students’ cognitive, academic, social and emotional growth and development in a manner that reflects Bixby’s mission to: “ compassionately empower children with critical thinking skills, self-confidence, independence and a love of learning; develop their individual gifts; and prepare them to make meaningful contributions to the world.”

Elementary Spanish Teacher

Bixby School is currently seeking a Spanish teacher to deliver in person instruction to students in Kindergarten and 5th grades.  This position is part-time (20 hours per week) during the academic year.  The teacher will partner with Ms. Fiorella Swanson, Spanish teacher for Grades 1 through 4, to deliver Bixby’s Spanish curriculum.  Bixby’s Spanish language program introduces students to the language and culture of Spanish-speaking countries through stories, play and meaningful language. Conversational Spanish is introduced to younger students through pictures, songs and games; some writing and reading is introduced in 4th and 5th grades.  Students participate in two to three 45-minute classes each week. Each class has approximately 10 students.  The ideal candidate is energetic and creative with a driving desire to know and inspire each student.  

Job Responsibilities

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

    • Daily: 
      • Deliver curriculum, including preparation of all instructional materials and resources needed to effectively execute instructional plans
      • Work collaboratively with other professionals in planning instruction to meet students’ needs and “fuel the embers” of individual student strengths 
      • Support students’ social-emotional and academic development
      • Support the mission and core beliefs of Bixby School
      • Model Bixby’s values of Respect, Responsibility and Empathy 
      • Build effective relationships with teachers, students, colleagues, and families 
      • Employee shall be expected to report to work on all of the days during which the program in which the Employee is employed is in operation, as indicated on the school calendar, a copy of which has been delivered to the Employee.  
    • Weekly: 
      • Participate in  faculty meetings
      • Student supervision, including lunch, Yard supervision, etc.
    • (At least) Monthly: Communicate with families about the lessons and activities in your classroom (e.g. newsletter – Bixby Buzz, SeeSaw, etc.)
  • Periodically/As Needed
    • Document student growth and performance using authentic, mission aligned evidence (e.g. student work, photos/videos, student  reflections, observations, etc.)
    • Respond to parent inquiries and participate in parent conferences
    • Promptly document any student concerns, including academic, behavioral, physical, emotional or social; and notify the Head of School or other appropriate school administrator 
    • Maintain current knowledge of topics relevant to your classroom
    • Participate in all-staff meetings and professional development/in-service activities
  • Annually: 
    • Prepare for and participate in school-wide events such as Meet and Greets, Back to School Night, etc.
    • Contribute to student assessments (Student Reports, Portfolios, End of Year Reports, etc.)
    • Support activities related to fundraising and community building
  • Such other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements: 

  • Experience working with elementary age students with diverse needs and talents
  • Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, elementary education or related field highly desirable but not required
  • Experience using Total Physical Response methodology is desirable but not required.
  • Excellent interpersonal as well as written and verbal communication skills
  • Enjoys spending time and engaging with children and other educators 
  • Native Spanish speaker highly preferred
  • Demonstrated written and verbal proficiency in Spanish
  • Demonstrated written and verbal proficiency in English
  • Knowledge of and practical experience with Google Classroom and Seesaw highly desirable
  • Proficiency in Google suite and FACTS, or able to become so within 30 days.
  • Bixby is a community in which continual professional growth is expected; willingness to “stretch” is critical to job success
  • Positive role model for community; demonstrates the school values of Respect, Responsibility and Empathy in actions and words
  • Sense of humor 
  • Belief in a differentiated, whole-child, whole-person approach to education
  • Well-organized and able to address multiple responsibilities
  • Detail-oriented and resilient

Compensation 

This position is a part-time, salaried, exempt position.  Annual gross salary for this position is between $20,000-$23,000, depending upon qualifications.  Employees of Bixby School receive a competitive set of benefits including, access to a tax-deferred retirement plan, paid time off, tuition remission for children employees, and daily chef-prepared lunch. 

Inclusive Community; Non-Discrimination:

In pursuit of our mission to “…prepare [children] to make meaningful contributions to the world”, Bixby School actively works to foster a diverse community, in which all students, families, faculty and staff are full and accepted members of the school community,  

Bixby School provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.

Application: 

Submit letter/email of interest, resume, and three current references. Send your materials to Nina Lopez, Head of School, ninal@bixbyschool.org or 4760 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder, CO, 80305. Position will remain open until filled. 

A background check will be completed for applicants being considered for employment.