Teacher, Secondary (Middle) - 7Th Grade, Temporary

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

This temporary position runs from November 9, 2026, until June 4, 2027. The teacher teaches specific grade-level subject matter to a diverse middle school student population, following the District’s standards-based curriculum. The role helps students develop competence and confidence through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding. The teacher supports student achievement, maintains a safe and positive learning environment, evaluates and reports student progress, and communicates with families and school staff about academic and behavioral concerns. The position may include extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, consistent with the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable Department of Labor regulations. Applications must be submitted by November 10, 2026, for full consideration. The position is represented by an employee association. The teacher 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 (CDE) teaching license; a CDE Application Receipt is 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.
Support 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.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student 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 varying 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 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 address student behavior and academic problems.
May participate in extra-duty activities such as coaching, tutoring, or summer programs, as outlined in the Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Agreement and in accordance with Department of Labor regulations.