Instructor, Cte - Business, 9Th-12Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

Applications will be received until February 16, 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: Administers and manages activities within a specific area of a responsibility (CTE pathway/program). Serves as the subject matter expert and applies gained knowledge to execute, maintain and improve systems, programs, or processes in the secondary classroom. Instructors will teach diverse High School students career and technical education courses as outlined in the program of study. These courses are determined by the program approval which is approved by the Colorado Community College System. Instructors will teach students various careers related to the pathway they teach. Instruction will be real-world, hands-on, and project-based for authentic job related experience. Instructors are required to sponsor a Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO) and maintain (with assistance) an Advisory Board for all program changes and updates. In conjunction with the Career Development team, instructors will assist with facilitating internships, job shadows, mentorships, college visits, and overall connections with Industry Personnel in the field. As part of the Management and Entrepreneurship cluster, the Business pathway is designed to develop student understanding of business practices and skills in entrepreneurship. This instructor will teach courses such as technological applications, business management, computer business applications (Microsoft Office), entrepreneurship, and accounting. Instructors may also teach courses from the High School of Business (HSoB) curriculum that may include Wealth Management, Leadership, Principles of Business, Principles of Finance, Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Business Economics, and Business Strategies. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range . Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Bachelor’s degree acceptable for certain content areas; In some content areas, must have completed or be willing to complete required curriculum training related to content.
3 or more years of professional industry experience in the content area within past 7 years or in the time designated by the Colorado Department of Education
3 or more years experience working with diverse populations
Must possess or have the ability to acquire appropriate secondary Career and Technical Education authorization/endorsement from Colorado Department of Education.
Must possess a CTE Authorization/License in the field of study according to CDE worksheets (CTE Business Authorization).
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in related field preferred.
Adjunct status with a community college in content area strongly preferred
Bilingual (English and Spanish), preferred
May need to attend additional training for industry or curriculum during summer or school year.
Preferred: Concurrent Enrollment requirements - Masters degree or masters +18 hours in the appropriate content.
A program offering post-secondary credit may require the teacher to possess additional credentials specific to the organization or content.

Responsibilities

Help all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding in the career field of study
Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior for assigned students, and reinforce positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy
Observes, evaluates, reports and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems
Prepare educational lesson plans, course outlines, objectives and materials in order to meet state or college competencies
Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods (e.g., Project-based, industry related, problem solving) and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style
Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement and career planning
Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and administers and evaluates tests and assignments
Maintains program compliance with program approval, which includes serving as an advisor to the appropriate career & technical student organization (CTSO) and maintaining a program advisory committee
Maintains and supervises use of any lab/technology equipment