Teacher, Long Term Substitute - Math, 7Th Grade

DPS•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Long-Term Substitute teaches appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum to students while following school- and district-approved curriculum during an extended absence of the classroom teacher. The position is for 7th-grade math. The teacher supports student achievement, maintains a safe and positive learning environment, evaluates student progress, and communicates with students, families, and school staff. Applicants must apply online through the Denver Public Schools job board. Applications will be received until November 20, 2026; applications submitted after that date may be considered if the position remains unfilled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
Valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. A CDE application receipt may be 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.
Maintain a permanent home address in Colorado while working for Denver Public Schools.
Ability, 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 student conduct and behavior expectations in accordance with school and district policy; reinforce positive behaviors.
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 or 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.
Teach 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 address student behavioral and academic problems and coordinate instructional efforts.