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Job Posting Title:
Elementary Dean (Apply directly to STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)
Job Description:
About Stem School Highlands Ranch
At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential.
Our Core Values:
Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.
Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.
Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.
Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.
Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.
Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.
Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.
Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.
Benefits:
STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
● Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
● Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
● Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
● Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
Position Overview:
We are seeking a collaborative, student-centered, and solutions-oriented Elementary Dean to support our elementary program for the 2026–2027 school year. The Dean will serve as a key member of the building leadership team, supporting instructional excellence, student culture, and daily operations.
In this role, you will inspire staff and students by championing high-quality instruction, including our problem-based learning (PBL) model, while supporting the intellectual and personal development of every child. The Elementary Dean works closely with the Principal to ensure a safe, positive, and achievement-focused learning environment. This role emphasizes student behavior systems, staff support, family communication, and the consistent implementation of school-wide expectations aligned with our mission and core values.
Key Responsibilities
Student Culture and Climate
● Support and oversee implementation of school-wide behavior systems and restorative practices.
● Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive elementary school climate.
● Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and support staff to address student
social-emotional and behavioral needs.
● Monitor student discipline data and implement proactive improvement strategies.
Instructional and Staff Support
● Partner with teachers to ensure strong classroom management and consistent expectations.
● Support professional development related to student engagement, classroom culture, and elementary best practices.
● Assist with supervision and evaluation processes as assigned.
Family and Community Engagement
● Serve as a key point of contact for family concerns related to student behavior and school culture.
● Build strong partnerships with parents and guardians to support student growth and success.
● Communicate clearly and consistently with families and staff.
Operations and Compliance
● Assist with daily building operations including supervision schedules, arrival/dismissal, and safety protocols.
● Ensure compliance with district and state policies related to student conduct and services.
● Maintain accurate discipline and student records.
● Oversee and support Instructional Assistants, ensuring effective classroom support and alignment with instructional goals.
Qualifications Required
● Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or related field preferred.
● Valid Colorado principal or administrator license preferred.
● Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level.
● Demonstrated knowledge of elementary student development and behavior systems.
● Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Preferred:
● Experience with problem-based learning (PBL).
● Knowledge of Colorado READ Act implementation.
● Experience with Google Suite and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Essential Physical Requirements
● Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
● Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
● Ability to move quickly throughout the building and campus.
● Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.
Schedule
● Day shift
● Monday to Friday
● School Year: 2026–2027
This position will remain open until filled, but will not be open past: May 31, 2026.
Compensation
The pay range for this role is $56,366 – $119,121 USD per year, commensurate with
experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Skills:
Position Type:
Charter School
Primary Location:
STEM Charter School
One Year Only (Yes or No):
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
FTE:
1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:
185 Work Days
- (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
Minimum Hire Rate:
$1.00 USD Annual
Maximum Hire Rate:
$75,000.50 USD Annual
Full Salary Range:
$1.00 USD - $150,000.00 USD Annual
- All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
Time Off Plans:
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:
May 30, 2026
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