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

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring Spanish Teachers for middle and high school positions at multiple Denver-area locations for the 2026–2027 school year, with an immediate start. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt, in-person position. Teachers may teach Spanish 1, Spanish 2, Spanish 3, AP Spanish Language or Literature, Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 or 2, or Spanish Language Arts, depending on the opening. Course, campus, and grade-level preferences will be discussed during the interview.

Spanish teachers help students develop language skills while deeply valuing cultures and traditions. They use DSST curriculum resources to plan and teach rigorous, grade-level-aligned lessons, monitor student growth, and support individual proficiency. DSST curriculum centers the cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities. Teachers contribute to a positive classroom and school culture, build relationships with students and families, participate in coaching and professional development, and may take on additional school-community duties.

The position offers a salary of $60,000–$78,000, based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. A relocation stipend is available for those joining from 75 miles or more from Denver. The role is part of an ongoing, evergreen recruitment process, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

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 welcoming 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

• Use DSST curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous, grade-level-aligned content to 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.
• Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students’ cultural identities and promoting a unified, positive classroom and school culture.
• Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
• Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small-group advisory class, or providing after-school tutoring.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility and comprehensive health coverage.
• Fertility and adoption support.
• Educator-focused mental-health care and access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave.
• 11+ weeks off each year.
• Relocation stipend/support for eligible applicants joining from 75 miles or more from Denver.
• Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
• Weekly one-to-one coaching, data-driven feedback, and career pathways.
• Recognition awards and milestone celebrations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level