TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - SCIENCE, 9TH-12TH GRADE at DPS Careers

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Counseling, Monitoring, Supervision, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning, Teaching Methods, Student Assessment, Communication, Behavior Management, Collaboration, Equity, Integrity, Accountability, Technology Integration, Student Engagement, Adaptability

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

** Applications will be received until November 27, 2025. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. ** Dates Needed: January 1, 2026 - March 13, 2026 About this job: A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching appropriate grade level standard-based curriculum to students, following school/district approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period of time. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary: $30.00 per hour. In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. What You'll Do: Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement. Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy. Observes, evaluates, reports, and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepares educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements. Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students. Presents subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style. Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions). Prepares, administers, assigns, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software. Prepares student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators. Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and coordinates instructional efforts. What You’ll Need: Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field. Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.) Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education. Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Responsibilities

A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching standard-based curriculum to students while the classroom teacher is absent. This includes monitoring student behavior, preparing educational materials, and communicating with parents and staff to support student achievement.