TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - THEATER, 9TH-12TH GRADE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Theater, grades 9–12, teaches grade-appropriate, standards-based curriculum using the school- and district-approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period. The dates needed are October 30, 2026, through March 25, 2027. The teacher supports student achievement, maintains a positive and orderly classroom, evaluates and reports on student progress, and communicates with families and school staff about students’ academic and behavioral needs.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Have a valid Colorado Department of Education teaching license. DPS accepts a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days; additional subject-area requirements and qualifications are referenced in the posting.
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.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with DPS.
Be able, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement.
Monitor, supervise, coordinate, and enforce student conduct and behavior in accordance with school and District policy, reinforcing positive behaviors.
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 objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Present subject matter using varied teaching methods and technology, adapting instruction to students’ learning styles.
Instruct students individually and in groups using methods such as lectures, technology, and discussions.
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 behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.