Guest Teacher (Substitute)

Clear Creek School District; Idaho Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Creek School District is seeking a Guest (Substitute) Teacher to provide on-call instructional support across the district. The role focuses on delivering lesson plans, engaging students, and maintaining a positive classroom climate while working within school policies.

The position is temporary, with work year August–May, and requires a credential such as a Colorado Teaching Certificate or Substitute Authorization.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred, high school diploma required.
• Colorado Department of Education Teaching Certificate, or a 5, 3 or 1 year Substitute Authorization.

Responsibilities

• Carry out teacher lesson plans.
• Motivate student learning and academic participation.
• Maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students.
• Provide effective instruction and maintain discipline and classroom control.
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students in and out of class setting.
• Maintain student confidentiality.
• Professional in working with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Good judgment

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

College Degree preferred

High School Diploma required

Job description

Guest Teacher (Substitute) JobID: 1175

• Position Type: Guest Teachers / Substitute/ Guest Teacher/Substitute
• Date Posted: 8/11/2026
• Location: District-wide

Job Title: Guest (Substitute) Teacher

Salary Grade: Substitute Salary Schedule

Work Year: On-Call August - May

Job Status: Temporary

OUR DISTRICT

Clear Creek School District (CCSD) is located in Clear Creek County, Colorado, a short drive west of Denver and area suburbs. Clear Creek serves the mountain communities of Idaho Springs, Georgetown, Empire, Dumont, Silver Plume, and parts of Evergreen. Our county is well-suited for outdoor adventure. Our historic downtowns offer some of the best places to explore and discover.

Our community values supporting students and schools, which has resulted in recent increases to compensation and facility improvements. We believe that students are more than test scores, and learning experiences are opportunities for creativity.

Clear Creek School District is dedicated to attracting and retaining high-quality educators. This means you'll be warmly welcomed into our team of professionals, provided opportunities to learn and grow with us, and be challenged to be your very best for students.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT

The successful candidate will be required to complete fingerprinting through an approved fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.

POSITION SUMMARY

Clear Creek School District is looking for guest teachers to provide an important continuum of learning and a fresh perspective for our students. Providing a stable, on-going learning environment each day is a critical component in the success of our children's education. In Clear Creek School District, we value what guest teachers can bring to the classroom and rely on qualified, enthusiastic individuals to fill this important role. Becoming a guest teacher is a great way to be involved with, and contribute to the youth of your community. There are many rewarding facets to the job:

• Working with students on a part-time or full-time basis
• Building lasting relationships with students, schools, and other teachers
• Managing your calendar to be as flexible as needed
• Many people use guest teaching as a pathway into the teaching profession. Guest teaching is an excellent way for you to decide if you would like to pursue additional education toward teaching or secure your teaching credentials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out teacher lesson plans
• Motivate student learning and academic participation while ensuring the integrity of academic time
• Maintain a climate of respect and fairness for all students
• Provide effective instruction as well as maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students in and out of class setting
• Maintain student confidentiality
• Professional in working with students, parents, and colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

College Degree preferred, high school diploma required

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

The ability to use good judgment and maintain confidentiality.

EXPECTATIONS

• Is flexible.
• Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers.
• Has the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
• Has the ability to effectively communicate with the school and school District community, as well as the public at large.
• Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Maintains a generally positive attitude.
• Observes all District policies and procedures.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

Colorado Department of Education Teaching Certificate, or a 5, 3 or 1 year Substitute Authorization.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level is typical of a school district.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent sitting, bending, reaching; stooping, squatting. Occasional lifting five (5) to twenty five (25) pounds.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None.

Clear Creek School District RE1, does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.