TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - 1ST GRADE

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
• Makes sure students follow the rules and behave appropriately.
• Monitors and reports on students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Plans lessons, units, and projects according to curriculum guidelines or state/local requirements.
• Teaches students individually and in groups, using various methods and technology.
• Evaluates student progress and grades assignments and tests.
• Communicates with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators about students' issues.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
• Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license.
• 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.

Qualifications

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.

Skills

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.

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

Pay

$30.76 per hour.

Schedule

Dates Needed: August 17, 2026 - November 17, 2026