Meiklejohn After School Program Leader

Jeffco Public Schools; Colorado; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Jeffco Public Schools is seeking an energetic Program Leader for the Meiklejohn Elementary After School Program in Arvada, CO. The role is part-time hourly, with shifts typically 2:15 p.m. to 5:30/6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Starting pay ranges from $22.40 to $24.15 per hour, depending on education and experience. Candidates need 455+ hours with groups of 5–12 children and must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible, reliable, enjoy working with students.
• Strong supervision skills and ability to reinforce positive behavior.
• Program Leader requires 455+ hours with 4+ children aged 5–12; must be at least 18.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Student supervision

Positive reinforcement

Job description

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

The School Age Enrichment Programs seek dedicated professionals to be part of our collaborative and expanding community. Must be highly flexible, reliable, love students, believe in positive reinforcement, and have strong supervision skills.

ABOUT THE JOB

Hourly Wage: $22.40 - $24.15

• Position is located at Meiklejohn Elementary (Arvada, CO) with the Before & After School Program (School Age Enrichment or SAE)
• Shifts may vary but are generally Monday - Friday 2:15p.m. - 5:30/6:00 p.m.
• Hourly wage is $22.40 - $24.15 (based on education and experience)
• Program Leaderpositions require a minimum of 455 hours documented experience with 4 or more children ages 5-12, and a minimum age of 18

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 10/19/2026

After Sch Prog Leader
Hourly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .37500 , Hours/Day: 3.000 , Days/Year: 260
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: SCH-School Age hourly , SA3, Steps 1-4
Hourly Rate: $22.40-$24.15 Effective as of: 08-16-2025

Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete 2 sets of fingerprints and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $57.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

To be in compliance with licensing requirements, new SAE hires must also complete a CDEC Background Check request (TRAILS Review). Out-of-state background checks may also be requested, if applicable.

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.