Spanish Teacher (2027-2028 School Year)

DSST Public Schools•Denver, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring full-time, benefits-eligible Spanish Teachers for the 2027–2028 school year. Positions are available at middle schools (grades 6–8) and high schools (grades 9–12) across multiple locations in Denver and Aurora, Colorado. This is an in-person, exempt, school-year position starting in late July 2027 with new staff training. Salary is $60,000–$78,000, based on up to 10 years of aligned experience; relocation support is available for candidates moving from at least 75 miles outside Denver. Spanish Teachers help students build language proficiency through meaningful listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instruction emphasizes language acquisition, comprehensible input, storytelling, authentic resources, cultural exploration, and meaningful communication, with a goal of conducting at least 90% of instruction in Spanish. Teachers support both students learning Spanish as an additional language and heritage speakers developing academic literacy, while affirming students’ linguistic and cultural identities and preparing them for opportunities beyond high school. Middle school Spanish Language Arts is offered at select campuses for students whose home or heritage language is Spanish. High school courses include Spanish 1–3, Español para Hispanohablantes 1–2, AP Spanish Language and Culture, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture. DSST provides curriculum resources and instructional guidance, while teachers prepare lessons and adapt materials to meet student needs. Course, grade-level, and campus preferences are discussed during interviews. Teachers deliver approximately 3–5 classes daily, assess and support student growth, develop an inclusive classroom culture, collaborate with colleagues, and participate in coaching and professional development. They also build relationships with students and families and contribute to schoolwide initiatives, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field.
Demonstrated content knowledge meeting applicable in-field qualifications.
For the Spanish Language Arts position, meet the DPS requirement of a Praxis score of 163 or a passing score on the Berlitz SLP Exam.
Strong belief in every student’s ability to succeed and pursue ambitious postsecondary goals.
Commitment to educational equity, culturally responsive instruction, and continuous professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or supporting middle or high school students.
Strong Spanish language proficiency and knowledge of Spanish-speaking cultures.
Experience with acquisition-driven instruction, comprehensible input, proficiency-based assessment, or heritage-language education.
Experience differentiating instruction and supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
Colorado teaching credential; preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

Intellectually prepare and teach approximately 3–5 Spanish classes daily using course-specific curriculum resources and culturally responsive practices.
Develop students’ language proficiency through meaningful listening, speaking, reading, and writing experiences aligned with their language-development needs.
Incorporate authentic resources and diverse perspectives while affirming students’ linguistic and cultural identities.
Use proficiency-based assessments, student work, and feedback to monitor progress and differentiate instruction.
Create an inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident communicating in Spanish, taking risks, and learning from one another.
Participate in regular coaching, feedback, professional development, and collaboration to strengthen teaching practice.
Build relationships with students and families and participate in schoolwide initiatives, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Benefits

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 support for out-of-state applicants.
Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and career pathways.
Recognition programs and milestone celebrations.
Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) participation.