Spanish Teacher (2025-2026 School Year)[Immediate Start]

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

14d • $60,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Spanish teachers believe that loving and learning Spanish deepens beyond its usefulness and includes the practice of deeply valuing all cultures and traditions as we learn from them. Depending on the openings, you may be teaching the following courses. We will inquire about your course, campus, and grade level preference at the time of your interview. Spanish Courses at DSST High Schools Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Spanish 3 AP Spanish Language or AP Spanish Literature Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 & 2 Spanish Courses at DSST Middle Schools: Spanish Language Arts

Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in any field.
• Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications (see qualification options here ).

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content: Utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area. DSST prioritizes curriculum that centers the cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities.
• Track and Support Student Growth: Prioritize students’ intellectual growth by holding high expectations for academic success including monitoring and assessing the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual student proficiency.
• Promote Positive Culture: Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students’ cultural identities. Actively promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture. Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
• Pursue Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to School Community: Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc.

Benefits

• Health and Supplemental Insurance: DSST staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits, including fertility benefits and a mental health counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST staff.
• Time Off: DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)
• Professional Development: As a learning organization, DSST values both internal and external development opportunities for staff. See some examples below: DSST Back to School Development Series including New Staff Institute, New Educator Institute, New Leader Institute, Leader You, and Teaching & Learning Institute.
• Weekly 1:1 Coaching from a School Administrator at your campus.
• Clear internal career pathway opportunities such as our Apprentice Teachers, Emerging Leaders, and School Director in Training Programs.
• DSST COMMUNITY REFERRAL PROGRAM Not a best fit role for you but know someone else who would be a great fit? Refer them here and earn $500 if they are hired!

What This Job Offers

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