TEACHER, LONG TERM SUB ELEM, SPECIAL EDUCATION, KINDERGARTEN - 5TH GRADE

Applications will be received until October 27, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. About this job:

A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching appropriate grade level standard-based curriculum to students, following school/district approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period of time.

This is a temporary role, needed from November 16, 2026 -January 31, 2027.What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.

• Salary: $31.50 per hour.

• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.

• Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.

• Observes, evaluates, reports, and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

• Prepares educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.

• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students.

• Presents subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.

• Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).

• Prepares, administers, assigns, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.

• Prepares student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.

• Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and coordinates instructional efforts.

What You’ll Need:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.

• Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.)