Teacher, Elementary - 5Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher 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 another school- or District-approved curriculum. The teacher supports student achievement, plans and delivers instruction suited to varied needs and learning styles, evaluates student progress, maintains student records, and communicates with families and school staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license; a CDE Application Receipt is accepted for 90 days.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
For ELA-S (English Language Acquisition - Spanish) teaching positions: bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required, and candidates must take the Spanish language proficiency (SLP) exam proctored by Berlitz Testing. The Praxis II - Spanish: World Language 5195 exam is also accepted as an appropriate SLP exam if the candidate scores 163 or higher.
Lead for racial and educational excellence, work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity, and believe in and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce conduct and behavior rules for assigned students, 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 meet differing 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, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.