Teacher, Long Term Substitute, Early Childhood Education, Temporary

DPS•Denver, CO

22h

About The Position

This temporary long-term substitute position is needed from November 9, 2026, through December 18, 2026. The teacher teaches appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum to students, following school- and district-approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period. Applications will be received until November 16, 2026; if the position is not filled by then, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered. Interested applicants must apply online through the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. The position pays $31.503 per hour. Denver Public Schools also describes total rewards that include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. The district’s culture values equity, accountability, integrity, collaboration, and fun, with a shared vision that every learner thrives.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with an ECE endorsement, or qualify for an Alternative License and have a passing score on the PLACE or Praxis II.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
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 rules of conduct and behavior for assigned students; reinforce positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
Observe, evaluate, report, and record students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students.
Present subject matter using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning styles.
Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods, such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
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 students’ behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.