TEACHER, LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - CTE ENGINEERING, 9TH-12TH GRADE

** Applications will be received until March 12, 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:

A Long-Term Substitute is responsible for teaching appropriate grade level standard-based curriculum to students, following school/district approved curriculum while the classroom teacher is absent for an extended period of time.

As part of DesignConnect, the Engineering pathway is designed to develop student skills in problem solving, spatial reasoning, design thinking, computer aided drafting, electronics, mechanics and more in order to prepare students for careers in various engineering fields. This instructor may teach courses from the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum that may include Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Digital Electronics, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Environmental Sustainability, Computer Science Principles, and Engineering Design and Development.  Teachers may also teach similar courses that are non-PLTW.
During these courses, students will be trained in CAD software such as Inventor and Solidworks and may have the opportunity to earn industry certifications.
Must possess a CTE Authorization/License in the field of study according to CDE worksheets (Engineering Technology).
May need to attend additional training for industry or curriculum during summer or school year. 
Preferred: Concurrent Enrollment requirements - Masters degree or masters +18 hours in the appropriate content. A program offering post-secondary credit may require the teacher to possess additional credentials specific to the organization.
 

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
• Salary: $30.00 per hour. 
• 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:

• Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement.
• Monitors, supervises, coordinates, and enforces rule of conduct and behavior of assigned students and reinforces positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
• Observes, evaluates, reports, and records students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepares educational course outlines, objectives, and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects to students.
• Presents subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
• Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods (e.g., lectures, technology, discussions).
• Prepares, administers, assigns, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate student progress, reporting grades using District software.
• Prepares student, attendance and activity reports as required by administrators.
• Communicates with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems and coordinates instructional efforts.

What You’ll Need:

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field. 
• 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.) 
• 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