EGTC HOURLY INSTRUCTOR, SUBSTITUTE

** Applications will be received until August 20, 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:
The ELA Substitute Instructor will be added to a roster of individuals available to fill in for instructors at the main campus (1860 Lincoln St), offsite locations (1666 Elmira St, 1370 Xenia St), and/or online classes using Google Meet.  The ELA Substitute Instructor will teach classes in the morning, evening, or Saturdays depending on individual availability and preference. The ELA Substitute Instructor will be called to cover classes within our refugee English program (CRESL) or our tuition based community program (PACE). When absences are planned, substitute instructors will have ample notice as well as prepared lesson plans for classes.  When absences are unplanned, substitutes may be called with short notice and little to no prepared plan.
  What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Hourly Rate: $44.930
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.  For more information visit our New Employee Resources page. 

What You'll Do:  

• Teaches assigned courses to adults and postsecondary education option students (PSEO) ages 17 and older aligned with standards and requirements outlined in the individual course syllabi and program approval.
• Writes unit lesson plans, daily lesson plans and various written and performance assessments, as directed.
• Maintains program compliance with program approval.
• Maintains and accurately reports all student grades using appropriate software systems used by the school; maintains all student records, takes daily attendance, and performs other related administrative tasks.
• Attends and participates in faculty, departmental, advisory committee and other professional meetings; participates in professional development activities.
   

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience.
• Five (5) years experience in a related occupation within the preceding 10 years
  Broad knowledge of techniques and practices used in the related industry or subject area.
• For CTE Roles: Must possess appropriate industry certification and licensure and must possess or have the ability to acquire a Colorado Credential for Career and Technical Education; For ESL roles: TEFL/TESOL/CELTA.
• Adult Education and Vocational Certificates (e.g., ABEA) preferred.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, creative, and strong conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to coordinate instructional activities and work with staff and students.
• The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance and perform under stress.
• Works collaboratively with others on a team.
• Aptitude for variety and changing expectations in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends; may be called on short notice.

• 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  

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.