Field Experience or Student Teacher Placement Interest

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

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About The Position

POSITION: Field Experience or Student Teacher Placement GRADE LEVEL: Possible placements in all subjects, grade 6-12 LOCATION: DSST Campus TBD SALARY: This is an unpaid temporary placement STATUS : Fixed-term temporary placement (dependent on program requirements), not benefits eligible START : First day of placement will be agreed upon with your campus(es) school director(s) and/or mentor teacher in collaboration with your program requirements. APPLY TO THIS ROLE IF: You are currently enrolled in an education program and are interested in completing your field experience or student teaching experience at DSST. Please be prepared to answer the following application questions: What college/university program are you currently enrolled in? Who is the field experience/student teaching/internship coordinator for your program? (Name, title, email) What subject area(s) (i.e. math, social work, science) are you most interested in teaching? What grade levels are you most interested in? How many hours of field experience, student teaching, or internship time are you looking to complete in total? How many hours/days per week of experience do you need? Does your program have any mentor teacher requirements? (ex: the mentor teacher must have at least 3 years of teaching experience.) What is your ideal start date for your field experience/student teaching/internship? Please Note: You will be prompted to enter your Work Experience. You may enter “N/A” in required fields if you do not have work experience. You will be prompted to enter your Education. You may enter your current GPA, as we understand your degree is in progress. Additional questions? Email DSST’s Manager of Teacher Pathways at [email protected] .

Requirements

• In-Progress Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in Education
• Enrollment in a teacher preparation program
• An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school, reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals, and lead exemplary lives
• Desire to personally professionally grow in their practice of becoming an anti-racist educator
• Self-awareness, a regular practice of reflection, and a desire to continuously improve

Nice To Haves

• Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students

Responsibilities

• Complete coursework and observations as required by your college or university
• Observe various DSST Teachers, practice teaching real classes, and get direct feedback from an assigned Mentor Teacher
• Build meaningful relationships with and make a tangible impact on the minds and lives of students
• Year-long student teachers may also take on additional duties as assigned. See many of our possible duties here

Benefits

• Health and Supplemental Insurance: DSST staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits, including fertility benefits and a mental health counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST staff.
• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)
• Professional Development: As a learning organization, DSST values both internal and external development opportunities for staff. See some examples below: DSST Back to School Development Series including New Staff Institute, New Educator Institute, New Leader Institute, Leader You, and Teaching & Learning Institute. Weekly 1:1 Coaching from a School Administrator at your campus. Clear internal career pathway opportunities such as our Apprentice Teachers, Emerging Leaders, and School Director in Training Programs. Read more here.
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What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern