TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

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. The role supports student achievement, maintains a positive and orderly classroom, evaluates and reports student progress, and coordinates with families and school staff to address academic and behavioral needs. 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, more than 89,000 students, and more than 10,000 staff members. Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license. DPS accepts a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days; specific subject-area requirements and qualifications may vary.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity; 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 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 methods to student learning styles.
Teach 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 behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.