Bilingual Spanish Teacher: Middle & High School (In-Person)

DSST Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DSST Public Schools is seeking a Spanish Teacher for Middle School (6–8) and High School (9–12) across Denver and Aurora, CO. You will lead rigorous Spanish instruction, helping students develop language proficiency through listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

The role emphasizes comprehensible input and authentic resources, with a focus on heritage speakers and biliteracy pathways through AP coursework and Seals of Biliteracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Praxis score 163 or Berlitz SLP exam passing.
• Commitment to educational equity and culturally responsive instruction.
• Colorado teaching credential preferred.
• Experience teaching middle or high school students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous Spanish instruction to about 3–5 classes daily using curriculum resources and culturally responsive practices.
• Develop language proficiency through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities.
• Connect language and culture with authentic resources and diverse perspectives.
• Assess and support student growth using proficiency-based assessments and differentiated instruction.
• Build a positive classroom culture that encourages risk-taking and collaboration.
• Collaborate with colleagues through coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Contribute to school community through relationships with students and families and participation in initiatives.

Skills

Spanish language proficiency

Acquisition-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Colorado teaching credential (preferred)

Praxis 163 score or Berlitz SLP passing

Job description

DSST Public Schools is seeking a Spanish Teacher for Middle School (6–8) and High School (9–12) across Denver and Aurora, CO. You will lead rigorous Spanish instruction, helping students develop language proficiency through listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

The role emphasizes comprehensible input and authentic resources, with a focus on heritage speakers and biliteracy pathways through AP coursework and Seals of Biliteracy.