TEACHER, ELEMENTARY - 5TH GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher, Elementary - 5th Grade teaches grade-level standards-based curriculum in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Personal Development to diverse elementary students. Instruction follows the District Literacy Program and Everyday Math or other school- or District-approved curriculum. The teacher supports student achievement, establishes clear learning objectives, and adapts instruction and materials to varied student needs and learning styles. The role includes assessing and reporting student progress, supporting positive behavior, communicating with families and colleagues, and completing required student, attendance, and activity records. Teachers may also participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined by the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable Department of Labor regulations. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field and a valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license. A master’s degree is required only for Concurrent Enrollment positions. ELA-S positions have additional Spanish-English bilingual and language proficiency requirements. Employees must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado and be able to meet the position’s physical demands, with or without accommodations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license; a CDE application receipt is accepted for 90 days.
For ELA-S positions, must be bilingual in Spanish and English.
For ELA-S positions, must complete a Spanish language proficiency exam proctored by Berlitz Testing, or qualify with Praxis II - Spanish: World Language 5195 with a score of 163 or higher.
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.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Have the ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Teach grade-level standards-based Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Personal Development curriculum using District-approved programs and materials.
Counsel students to encourage and support achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce student conduct and behavior rules, and reinforce positive behaviors 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 varied teaching methods and instructional materials to meet different 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; 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, subject to the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and Department of Labor regulations.