The Following Positions Are Available

Administrative

• Superintendent: The Sargent School District RE-33J Board of Education in Monte Vista, Colorado, is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent.
• The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position on July 1, 2025.McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.
  

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  The Qualifications

  The candidate must have the experience, skills, and abilities essential for leading a small, rural school district. The Board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make.

  The Board of Education seeks an experienced educational leader who:

  • Understands and embraces the opportunities and challenges inherent in small, rural communities
  • Effectively creates, motivates, and inspires all stakeholders to achieve a common vision
  • Possesses strong problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities
  • Is committed to continuous improvement
  • Has demonstrated success in serving as a mentor leading systemic and cultural change
  • Demonstrates empathy, emotional intelligence, and integrity
  • Actively engages, listens, and effectively communicates with staff, parents, and community

  Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 plus full family insurance benefits, subject to negotiation

  Search Timeline:

  • Closing date for applications: April 24, 2025 (11:59 p.m. central time)
  • Selection of Finalists: May 5, 2025
  • Interviews with the Board of Education: May 15, 2025
  • Selection of new Superintendent: TBD

• K-12 Principal: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Step 1 starting salary $79,521.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years.  Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Possession of a Colorado Initial or Professional Principal License is preferred (candidates may also be given consideration who are eligible for the equivalent or enrolled in a principal licensure program or an alternative principal program, to include state approved teacher evaluator training); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• K-12 Assistant Principal: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Step 1 starting salary $60,100, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years.  Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Possession of a Colorado Initial or Professional Principal License is preferred (candidates may also be given consideration who are eligible for the equivalent or enrolled in a principal licensure program or an alternative principal program, to include state approved teacher evaluator training); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.

Certified & Classified

• K-12 Special Education Teacher: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Special Education endorsement required. (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Middle School English Teacher: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. English Language Arts (6-12) endorsement required. (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Part- Time Aviation Teacher:  For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. CTE Transpiration Operations (7-12) authorization required. (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Secondary PE/TOSA-Teacher/Athletic Director: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Extra Duty Salary starting at $7,035 for High School Athletic Director duties and $4,690 for Middle School Athletic duties. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Appropriate licensure in the State of Colorado as provided by law. (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification); please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Middle School Math Teacher: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Mathematics Education 7-12 endorsement required;(Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification) please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Elementary PE Teacher : For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Physical Education endorsement required; (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification) please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Elementary Teacher: For the 2025-2026 School Year. Starting salary Step 0 $39,430.00, placement on the salary schedule will be based on years of experience up to 10 years. Benefit package including employee health, dental, vision, optional $1,200 a year toward an HSA , and life insurance coverage. 4- day week, professional learning opportunities, free admission to all home athletic events, mentor program for new teachers, staff wellness room, discount rates to Monte Vista Athletic Club, Sand Dunes Swimming Pool, and Monte Vista Golf Course. Elementary Education endorsement required; (Candidates may also be given consideration who demonstrate progress toward certification) please complete the certified application and submit with unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation and resume.
• Substitute Bus Drivers: Current Commercial Drivers License required; please complete non-certified application and submit with resume.
• Substitute Teachers: Certified Substitute $150.00 daily, non-certified Substitute $130.00 daily rate; Teaching License or Authorization required; please complete certified application (transcripts not required) and submit with a copy of license/authorization.

Coaching

• High School Cross Country Coach: For the 2025-2026 School Year, please complete the coaching application and submit with resume. Salary starts at Section 4 Step 0, $3,015.00 on the Extra Duty Salary Schedule.
• Middle School Cross Country Coach: For the 2025-2026 School Year, please complete the coaching application and submit with resume. Salary starts at Section 8 Step 0, $1,273.00 on the Extra Duty Salary Schedule. 
• High School Track Coach:  For the 2025-2026 School Year, please complete the coaching application and submit with resume. Salary starts at Section 4 Step 0, $3,015.00 on the Extra Duty Salary Schedule. 
• Middle School Head Volleyball Coach: For the 2025-2026 School Year, please complete the coaching application and submit with resume. Salary starts at Section 8 Step 0, $1,273.00 on the Extra Duty Salary Schedule. 
• High School Head Volleyball Coach: For the 2025-2026 School Year, please complete the coaching application and submit with resume. Salary starts at Section 4 Step 0, $3,015.00 on the Extra Duty Salary Schedule.