TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute teaches an 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 Physical Education position is needed from January 4, 2027, through March 26, 2027. The role supports student achievement, learning, behavior, and development, and works with families and school staff to address students’ academic and behavioral needs.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license; DPS accepts a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days. Specific subject-area requirements and qualifications also apply.
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.
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 rules of conduct and behavior for assigned students, and reinforce 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 approaches 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 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 behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.