Human Resources
Accessibility
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Supporting You Every Step of the Way
University Schools is committed to supporting its faculty and staff through every stage of their employment journey. Our on-site Human Resource Specialist provides accessible, personalized support, ensuring that each employee feels valued, informed, and equipped to succeed. This partnership begins during the recruiting process and continues seamlessly through onboarding, the critical first year of employment, ongoing professional growth, and ultimately through retirement.
From the moment a candidate expresses interest in joining our community, we prioritize clear communication, timely guidance, and a welcoming experience. During onboarding, we ensure new hires are set up for success with the tools, resources, and connections they need to thrive. Throughout their careers, employees have access to responsive HR support for benefits, compliance, professional development, and workplace concerns—delivered with a high level of care and attention.
We recognize that strong schools are built by strong people. As such, we are intentional in attracting, developing, and retaining high-quality professionals across all roles. Our human resources practices are aligned with the mission of University Schools: to provide a high-quality education for every learner. By investing in our staff and fostering a supportive, respectful work environment, we create the conditions necessary for both educators and students to excel.
Compensation
Salary schedules are structured compensation frameworks that define pay ranges for specific positions.
Each schedule identifies salary levels (or steps) based on criteria such as years of experience, level of education, licensure, and role responsibilities. These schedules promote equitable pay practices, support internal consistency, and provide transparency for employees regarding how compensation decisions are made.
Substitute Teachers
Make a difference—on your schedule
Interested in becoming a substitute teacher at University Schools? We’d love to have you join our team and support student learning when it matters most.
Whether you’re an experienced educator or exploring a flexible way to work in education, substitute teaching is a great way to stay connected to the classroom while maintaining control of your schedule.
Getting Started
- If you currently hold a valid teaching license through the Colorado Department of Education, no additional substitute authorization is required.
- If you have a bachelor’s degree but do not hold a teaching license, you can apply through CDE for a 3- or 5-year Substitute Authorization.
Once you have the appropriate license or authorization, you’re eligible to apply to substitute at University Schools.
How to Apply
Submit your application HERE.
Flexible Scheduling
We use Frontline Absence Management to coordinate substitute assignments. You’ll have access to a convenient mobile app that sends real-time job notifications—allowing you to accept or decline assignments based on your availability. You’re in control of when and how often you work.
Support Every Step of the Way
Our substitute coordinators at both the Elementary/High School campus and the Middle School campus are here to ensure smooth transitions into each assignment and to provide ongoing support.
Benefits
Benefits
Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability (STD/LTD) coverage
- Participation in the Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA)
Additional voluntary benefits are available through Aflac, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for eligible employees.
University Schools complies with all applicable Colorado laws regarding paid leave, including Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (SB20-205), and provides accrued paid sick leave along with additional paid time off (PTO).
Compliance
Non-Discrimination
University Schools, in partnership with Greeley-Evans School District 6, is committed to providing a safe and inclusive learning and work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. University Schools complies with all applicable federal and state laws, as well as constitutional provisions, prohibiting discrimination.
No otherwise qualified student, employee, applicant for employment, or member of the public shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to unlawful discrimination under any school program or activity on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, veteran status, ancestry, or need for special education services.
In accordance with applicable law, discrimination in employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited.
Compliant Procedures
Title IX
University Schools works in partnership with Greeley-Evans School District 6 to ensure compliance with all non-discrimination requirements. Formal complaint procedures are available to students, parents, employees, and members of the public.
The District’s designated Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator is:
Jim Donahue
Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
1025 Ninth Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631
Phone: 970-348-6070
Email: JDONAHUE@GREELEYSCHOOLS.ORG
Inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or equal educational opportunity may be directed to the Compliance Officer.
External Complaint
External Complaint Options
Individuals may also file complaints directly with the appropriate external agencies:
- Office for Civil Rights (OCR), U.S. Department of Education
(Title VI – race/national origin; Title IX – sex/gender; Section 504/ADA – disability)
1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310
Denver, CO 80204 - Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
(Title VII – employment discrimination; ADEA – age discrimination)
303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510
Denver, CO 80202 - Colorado Civil Rights Division
1560 Broadway, Suite 1050
Denver, CO 80202




