TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - SOCIAL STUDIES, 7TH GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

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 is a temporary position from January 4, 2027, through April 4, 2027. Denver Public Schools describes its culture as valuing Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. The salary is $31.503 per hour. Total Reward offerings include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA retirement.

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; additional subject-area requirements and qualifications may 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.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Denver Public Schools.
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 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 in accordance with curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Present subject matter using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to students’ 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 students’ behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.