Impactful School Psychologist or Social Worker

• Date Posted:
  3/18/2026
  
  
• Location:
  Meadow Community School
  
  
• Closing Date:
  OPEN UNTIL FILLED
  
  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. , or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

LICENSED VACANCY

Position is for the school year

POSITION: Mental Health Professional

School Psychologist or School Social Worker

LOCATION: 9150 Monroe Street, Thornton, CO 80229 - Meadow Community School

PAY RANGE: Licensed Salary Schedule, $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary

CALENDAR: 190 Days

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:

Meadow Community School is a PK-8 Nature and Science school grounded in ten common principles: 1) Learning to use one's mind well, 2) Less is more: depth over coverage, 3) Goals apply to all students, 4) Personalization, 5) Student-as-worker, teacher-as-coach, 6) Demonstration of mastery, 7) A tone of decency and trust., 8) Commitment to the entire school, 9) Resources dedicated to teaching and learning, and 10) Democracy and equity.

Meadow's strong and supportive relationship with the local community encourages students to explore the world, starting in their own backyard. In grades 6-8, students deepen their knowledge through Project Lead the Way courses, nationally recognized STEM curricula, for coding and robotics, flight and space, energy and the environment, computer science for innovators and makers, and more.

To learn more about the school culture, please visit

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a Special Services Provider license from the Colorado Department of Education with a School Psychologist or School Social Worker endorsement.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Articulate and act on a personal vision that directly relates to the district's vision of Superior Quality Education for All.
• Identifies and addresses the diverse needs of learners in order to provide expanded opportunities and support for learner success.
• Establishes and maintains a strong collaborative and consultative working relationship with staff and parents.
• Exhibits commitments and competencies ensuring an integrated delivery model of service, including the demonstration of skills in developing and delivering counseling services.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to the IEP process and a standards-based system of designing and delivering services and assessments.
• Demonstrates and models' high expectations for all students to succeed.
• Understands that Special Education paperwork is an essential part of the position; organizes and completes paperwork on time and documents important events and contacts.
• Demonstrates effective time management, including completion of assessments, evaluations, and special education paperwork.
• Attends and/or facilitates student centered/parent friendly IEP meetings.
• Works collaboratively with administration, school, and District staff.
• Provides professional staff development as needed.
• Provides direct services to students and communicates effectively with parents.
• Supports behavior interventions for students and provides staff with effective strategies and interventions as needed.
• Understands and complies with all state and federal rules and regulations.
• Must be flexible and or adaptable to changing needs of schools, students, and meeting schedules.

NOTE: Special Education staff are hired and assigned to schools and programs based on the level and type of student needs. Staff members may be reassigned or released in accordance with applicable law and policy, when any of the following occur: program modification, enrollment decline, or change in level and/or type of student needs.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Special Education staff are hired and assigned to schools and programs based on the level and type of student needs. Special Education assignments may require training from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) on non-verbal de-escalation and physical restraint. The District will provide the training/certification at no-cost to the employee and in accordance with Board Policy. New employees in assignments in which CPI is required will attend training within 30-45 days of their start date and will be required to attend a refresher course every 18-24 months.

TRAINING:

• Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.
• You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS

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