Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

TEMPORARY: AUGUST 21, 2026 - NOVEMBER 16, 2026 Responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young children. This position involves developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum, providing individualized instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development. The teacher will work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, and administrators to ensure the well-being and educational success of each child. Implement the District’s ECE program at the local school level under the direction of the school principal and the Instructional Support staff. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Competitive Teacher Compensation and Procomp Incentive plan, click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Salary Schedule. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. Please note: You must submit all relevant documentation via onboarding before the deadline (15 days after receiving your offer letter) for salary setting purposes. 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: Administer, score, and interpret required screening instruments. Counsel students to encourage and support student achievement Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior assigned students; and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy Observe, evaluate, report and record students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepare educational course outlines, objectives and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions) Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students. Prepare, administer, assign and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software Prepare student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems; and coordinate instructional efforts Perform other duties as assigned What You’ll Need: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required. A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions. 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.) Two (2 ) plus years experience in program development, implementation and evaluation. 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.

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