Teacher, Long Term Substitute - Physical Education

DPS•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Long-Term Substitute Physical Education Teacher teaches an appropriate grade-level, standards-based curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period. The substitute follows the school- and district-approved curriculum. Dates needed are January 4, 2027, through March 26, 2027. Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed with Denver Public Schools. Applications are accepted until October 26, 2026; if the position is not filled by then, applications submitted after the deadline may also be considered. Apply online through the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. The role supports student achievement and learning in accordance with school and district policies. Denver Public Schools describes its culture as valuing Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration, and Fun, with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. The position pays $31.503 per hour. Other total-reward offerings include time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA retirement.

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, subject to applicable requirements and qualifications for the subject area.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed by Denver Public Schools.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, with or without accommodations.
Commitment to racial and educational excellence and to supporting all students’ access to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

Counsel students to encourage and support 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 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, adjusting methods to meet 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 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.
Support racial and educational excellence, work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity, and support students in feeling seen and heard and having access to high-quality education.