SPECIALIST, STUDENT VOICE AND LEADERSHIP

** Applications will be received until December 3, 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 leading the implementation, assessment, and instructional oversight of Student Voice & Leadership (SVL) priorities, events and programs in alignment with framework priorities, applicable state standards and Office of Student & Family Empowerment priorities. Provides program facilitation, instructional coaching, ensures cross-alignment with internal and external stakeholders, and designs resources in order to scale effective instruction and programs across District schools.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $65,296 - $78,354 annually
• 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:

• Lead the implementation and facilitation of Student Voice and Leadership (SVL) curriculum, programs, projects, and partnerships to support district priorities and frameworks
• Develop and maintain strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with SVL goals and initiatives    
• Design, deliver, and facilitate program curriculum for administrators, teachers, parents, and students to strengthen understanding and application of the SVL framework
• Engage and coach students to incorporate feedback into curriculum and district decision making processes    
• Provide coaching and support to district staff, school leaders, and teachers to advance student agency and youth-adult partnerships
• Oversee the coordination and continuous improvement of SVL programs and initiatives across the district
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's in Education, Ethnic Studies, Political Science, Social Science Youth Leadership Development, Equity Facilitation, Sexual Health, Education, Program Development or relevant work experience
• 3+ years in community organizing and advocacy, strategic planning, social justice work, youth leadership development, Ethnic Studies pedagogy, program development, youth development, sexual health.
• Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or be able to obtain a Colorado driver’s license within the state’s required time frame for new residents and meet the District’s insurability requirements.
• 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,