TEACHER, ELEMENTARY - 5TH GRADE, ONE YEAR ASSIGNMENT

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a one-year assignment for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher delivers a standards-based curriculum in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Personal Development to diverse elementary students, following the District Literacy Program and Everyday Math or another school- or District-approved curriculum. The role supports student achievement, maintains a positive and orderly learning environment, evaluates and reports student progress, and collaborates with families and school staff to address students’ academic and behavioral needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license; a CDE application receipt may be accepted for 90 days.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for DPS.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce conduct and behavior rules for assigned students, reinforcing positive behavior in accordance with school and District policy.
Observe, evaluate, report, and record student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare lesson plans and materials according to District-approved curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
Present subject matter using teaching methods and instructional materials suited to varying needs and learning styles.
Instruct students individually and in groups using methods such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Prepare, administer, assign, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, and report grades using District software.
Prepare student, attendance, and activity reports as required by administrators.
Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve student behavior and academic problems.
May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, consistent with the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and Department of Labor regulations.