Job Description
- Applications will be received until July 24, 2025 . 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 :
Responsible for improving student achievement by providing individualized support to schools, leading professional learning communities for teacher leaders and school leaders, designing and leading district professional learning for teachers and partnering with Directors of Schools. Will specialize in a specific content area : math, science, or humanities, infusing District vision for Culturally Responsive Education (CRE).
What DPS Offers You :
A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.Salary Range $73,579 - $88,296 . Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.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 :
In partnership with the academics team, develops and facilitates cycles of professional learning in English Language Arts and Social Studies for the District and its school teams to ensure schools meet measurable student outcomes tied to district priorites, such as rigorous standards-based instruction, culturally responsive teaching, instructional systems and data-driven instructionFacilitates literacy learning walks using a content specific walkthrough toolFacilitates learning cycles across schools, including collaboratively setting learning goals, engaging in observations and coaching participantsModels exemplar culturally sustaining practices for teacher leaders, such as instructional planning at the unit and lesson level, data meetings and feedback conversationsAnalyzes district local assessment data and classroom observations and uses it to inform school supportWorks collaboratively on a team to achieve actionable and observable results at the student level; contributes to a strong team culture grounded in district values and a commitment to excellence and service to schoolsCollaboratively develops professional learning and coaching opportunities for teachers and leaders on best practices for supporting the achievement of multilingual learnersSupports with district curriculum adoption and implementationContributes to team projects in collaboration with other specialistsWhat You'll Need :
Bachelor's Degree Education or relevant subject area - RequiredMaster's Degree Education or relevant subject area - PreferredFour (4) years teaching experience in relevant subject area with at least two (2) years of experience in coaching other teachers - RequiredThree (3) years previous experience working in an urban district with Multilingual Learners and leading for Spanish Literacy (for Humanities specialists) - RequiredKnowledge with Microsoft Office products and Google WorkspaceEffective time management and organizational skillsEffective communication skillsStrong attention to detailEffectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlinesThe ability to take responsibility for one's own performanceWorks collaboratively with others on a teamAptitude for variety and changing expectations in a fast-paced environmentLead 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.
