Teacher, Long Term Sub Elem

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute teaches an appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum to students while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period, following school- and district-approved curriculum. This is a temporary assignment with support needed from March 26, 2027, through June 4, 2027. The role includes supporting student achievement, maintaining a positive and orderly classroom, evaluating and documenting student progress and well-being, preparing and delivering lessons, assessing student work, and communicating with families and school staff. Applicants must live and work from a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. A CDE Application Receipt is accepted for 90 days.
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 for Denver Public Schools.
Be able, 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 behavior 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 varied teaching methods and technology, adjusting instruction to students’ learning styles.
Teach students individually and in groups using methods such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
Prepare, administer, assign, and grade tests and assignments; 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.