Math Teacher (2027-2028 School Year)

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring full-time, in-person Math Teachers for middle and high school positions at multiple locations in Denver and Aurora, Colorado, for the 2027–2028 school year. The position begins in late July 2027 with new staff training and is school-year, benefits-eligible, and exempt. Salary is $60,000–$78,000, based on up to 10 years of aligned experience; a relocation stipend is available for candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver. Math Teachers help students develop mathematical understanding, procedural fluency, confidence, and problem-solving skills. Teachers use the problem-based Illustrative Mathematics curriculum in grades 6–11, or other assigned curriculum, to center student thinking. Assignments vary by campus and may include middle school math, integrated algebra and geometry, Algebra II, pre-calculus, AP courses, statistics, or grade-level math intervention. Teachers prepare and deliver approximately 3–5 classes daily, facilitate mathematical exploration and discussion, adapt instruction to student needs, and use student work and assessment data to support growth. They create an inclusive classroom culture, collaborate with colleagues, participate in coaching and professional development, build relationships with students and families, and contribute to school initiatives that may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in any field.
Demonstrated content knowledge meeting applicable in-field qualifications.
Strong belief in every student's ability to succeed and pursue ambitious postsecondary goals.
Commitment to educational equity, inclusive instruction, and continuous professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or supporting middle or high school students.
Strong mathematical content knowledge and experience with problem-based instruction, mathematical discourse, or conceptual learning.
Experience differentiating instruction and using data to support student growth.
Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including students of color, students with disabilities, and multilingual learners.
Colorado teaching credential; preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

Intellectually prepare and teach approximately 3–5 classes daily using Illustrative Mathematics or other assigned curriculum, anticipating student strategies, misconceptions, and opportunities to deepen understanding.
Launch meaningful problems and facilitate mathematical thinking and discussion, connecting students' strategies to mathematical concepts and procedures.
Differentiate instruction, collaborate with colleagues, and use student work and assessment data to address diverse learning needs, including those of students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued, take intellectual risks, and build confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Participate in regular coaching, feedback, professional development, and collaboration to strengthen teaching practice.
Build relationships with students and families and support schoolwide initiatives, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package.
Fertility and adoption support.
Educator-focused mental-health care and access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative.
Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways.
Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the Flower Person Award.
Comprehensive health coverage.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
11+ weeks off each year.
Relocation support for out-of-state applicants.
Participation in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA).