Teacher, Secondary (Middle) - Language Arts, 6Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Teaches 6th-grade language arts subject matter to a diverse middle school student population using the District’s standards-based curriculum. Helps students build competence and confidence through a balance of basic skills and conceptual understanding. The position is at a school designated as an Innovation School and is represented by an employee association bargaining unit. The teacher supports student achievement, maintains a positive and orderly learning environment, assesses and documents student progress, and communicates with families and school staff about academic and behavioral needs. The role may include extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as provided for in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable Department of Labor regulations. Applicants must apply online. Applications submitted by November 12, 2026, will receive full consideration; applications may continue to be reviewed afterward if no candidate is identified during the initial review. Candidates must maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license; a CDE Application Receipt may be accepted for 90 days.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.
Lead for racial and educational excellence, work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity, and support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce student conduct and behavior rules, and reinforce positive behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
Observe, evaluate, report, and record student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare lesson plans and materials according to District-approved curriculum guidelines.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet varied student needs and learning styles.
Teach students individually and in groups using methods such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
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 student behavior and academic problems.
May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as provided for in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable Department of Labor regulations.