0.6 FTE Spanish Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)[Immediate Start]

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring a Spanish Teacher for high school courses, including AP Spanish and Spanish for Spanish Speakers, at Cole High School in Denver, Colorado. Depending on network openings and the candidate’s preferences, courses may include Spanish 1, 2, or 3; AP Spanish Language or Literature; Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 and 2; or middle school Spanish Language Arts. The role is an in-person, benefits-eligible school-year position, with a stated salary range of $36,000–$46,800 based on aligned experience up to 10 years. A relocation stipend is offered to people joining from 75 miles or more from Denver. The anticipated start is the first day of new staff training at the end of July. Spanish teachers use DSST curriculum resources to plan and teach rigorous, grade-level-aligned content, typically across 3–5 classes daily depending on campus and subject area. DSST’s curriculum centers cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities. Teachers monitor student performance through varied assessments, use results to guide instruction and support proficiency, and maintain high expectations for academic success. They also support an inclusive, positive classroom and school culture, validate students’ cultural identities, and build trusting relationships with students and families. Teachers participate in professional growth, including regular coaching, feedback, and development focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Additional duties may include student recruitment, leading a small-group advisory class, or after-school tutoring. DSST describes its approach as values-centered, human-focused, and collaborative, and offers coaching, development opportunities, recognition, wellness resources, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field.
Demonstrated content knowledge (in-field status) through one of the listed qualification options.
Belief that all students can succeed in school and reach ambitious post-secondary goals.
Proactive approach to learning and growth, including willingness to receive feedback to improve teaching practice.

Nice To Haves

Proven commitment to and experience serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.
Colorado teaching credential; preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

Plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous, grade-level-aligned Spanish content using DSST curriculum resources, typically across 3–5 classes daily depending on campus and content area.
Monitor and assess student performance using a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual proficiency.
Maintain high expectations for academic success and prioritize students’ intellectual growth.
Use DSST culture and support systems to promote a unified, positive classroom and school culture while validating students’ cultural identities.
Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
Participate in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Undertake additional duties as needed, which may include supporting student recruitment, running a small-group advisory class, or providing after-school tutoring.

Benefits

Benefits-eligible 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 one-to-one coaching, data-driven feedback, and 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.
Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) participation.