Teacher, Long Term Substitute - 4Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute teaches an appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum to students, following the school- and district-approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period. The dates needed for this position are November 18, 2026 through April 20, 2027. The role supports student achievement, maintains a positive and orderly classroom, evaluates student progress, and communicates with families and school staff. Applicants must live and work from a permanent home address in Colorado while employed with Denver Public Schools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license; DPS accepts a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with DPS.
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 all students.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce rules of conduct and behavior for assigned students, 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 according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
Establish and communicate clear lesson, unit, and project objectives to students.
Present subject matter using varied teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet 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 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.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community.
Support all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.