Teacher, Long Term Substitute - Social Studies, 6Th - 8Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

21h•Onsite

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute Teacher is responsible for teaching appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum to students while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period. The teacher follows the school- and district-approved curriculum. This position covers December 1, 2026, through April 22, 2027, and focuses on social studies for students in grades 6–8.

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.
Commitment to racial and educational excellence, dismantling systems of oppression and inequity, and supporting students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support their 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 students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Prepare educational course outlines, objectives, and materials in accordance with curriculum guidelines and state and local requirements.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Present subject matter using varied teaching methods and technology, adapting instruction to student learning styles.
Instruct 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.