TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE, KINDERGARTEN- TEMPORARY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute 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. This temporary role is needed from January 4, 2026 to June 4, 2027. The position supports student achievement and well-being, maintains classroom conduct, delivers and evaluates instruction, and communicates with families and school staff. Denver Public Schools describes its culture as valuing Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. The district has 193 schools, over 89,000 students, and over 10,000 staff members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license; DPS accepts a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.
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.
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 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.
Present subject matter using varied teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to student learning styles.
Instruct students individually and in groups using methods such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
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 behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.