INNOVATION INSTRUCTOR - KINDERGARTEN-5TH GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

1d•$51,636 - $61,963

About The Position

The Innovation Instructor teaches non-core content subjects to students in kindergarten through fifth grade, following a standards-based curriculum. The role supports student learning, achievement, social development, and positive behavior through individualized instruction, collaborative activities, and communication with families and school staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience.
Experience managing a highly individualized classroom.
Demonstrated experience in the subject matter area.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Current Colorado Department of Education teacher license with an endorsement in the subject area.

Responsibilities

Help students develop interpersonal skills and problem-solving capabilities through group interaction and collaboration.
Plan and organize related programming throughout the year.
Advise students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, and enforce rules of conduct and behavior for assigned students, reinforcing positive behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
Observe, evaluate, and record student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health; prepare student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
Prepare educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements; communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects; and instruct students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods and technology, adapting instruction to student learning styles.
Prepare, administer, assign, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, and report grades using District software.
Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.