TEACHER, RETIRED SHORT TERM SUBSTITUTE

Denver Public Schools

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Time off
Health benefits
PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Retired Substitute Teacher to fill in for regular teachers, following lesson plans and maintaining a productive learning environment across grades and subjects.

The role requires organizing students for effective instruction, motivating participation, and upholding classroom safety and order, with a minimum of seven assignments per month.

Qualifications

  • Have ONE of the following valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Licenses (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.)
  • 5 year Substitute Authorization or Initial Teaching License or Professional Teaching License
  • Bachelor's Degree in Education or related preferred

Responsibilities

  • Organize students for effective instruction and learning while maintaining classroom control.
  • Motivate student learning and academic participation while ensuring the integrity of academic time.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the school Principal.

Skills

Classroom management
Student engagement
Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Job Description

Applications will be received until May 7, 2027. 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.

About This Job

A Retired Substitute Teacher (Retired Daily Guest Teacher) fills in for regular teachers, following lesson plans, managing the classroom, and maintaining a productive learning environment. They adapt to different grades and subjects to support students' learning.

  • All substitute teachers are requested to work a minimum of seven assignments a month.
What DPS Offers You
  • A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
  • Salary:
    • $29.827 per hour/$238.61 per full day for a 5 year sub authorization, Initial or Professional teacher's license.
  • 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
  • Organize students for effective instruction and learning while maintaining classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students.
  • Motivate student learning and academic participation while ensuring the integrity of academic time.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the school Principal.
What You’ll Need
  • Have ONE of the following valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Licenses (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.)
    • 5 year Substitute Authorization
    • Initial Teaching License or Professional Teaching License
  • Have a Bachelor's Degree in Education or related preferred.
  • 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
About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.

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