TEACHER, ELEMENTARY - BILINGUAL SPANISH REQUIRED, 1ST GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Teaches first-grade 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 position requires bilingual Spanish and English proficiency and a valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license. Teachers support student achievement, manage and reinforce student behavior, assess and report student progress, communicate with families and colleagues, and prepare and deliver instruction aligned with District curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements. The role is at a school designated as an Innovation School.

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 (English Language Acquisition - Spanish) positions, bilingual Spanish and English proficiency is required.
For teaching in both Spanish and English, candidates must take the Spanish language proficiency (SLP) exam proctored by Berlitz Testing. The Praxis II - Spanish: World Language 5195 exam may also qualify if the candidate scores 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 working with DPS.
Be able, 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 student conduct and behavior rules, reinforcing 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 address 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 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, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.