Middle and High School Teacher Positions

Middle and High School Teachers - 2026-2027 School Year

DSST Public Schools is seeking dedicated Middle and High School Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year, open to any subject area. Join our network of 16 schools and make a significant impact on student success.

Position Details

• Grade Level: Middle or High School
• Location: Multiple DSST Public Schools locations.
• Salary: $60,000 - $82,000, based on aligned experience up to 10 years. Relocation stipend available for those moving over 75 miles from Denver.
• Status: Full-time, school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person.
• Start Date: New staff attend a New Staff Institute at the end of July 2026.

Application Timelines

Interested candidates for the 2026-2027 school year should submit their application through this pool. Applications will be reviewed as roles become available. Selected candidates will be contacted directly for the next steps.

For immediate openings or mid-year opportunities, please visit the DSST Job Board. Consider our Apprentice Teacher Program for a more gradual introduction to teaching.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Any Area).
• Demonstrate In-Field Status by 10/1/2026. Please review the provided document to understand qualification pathways.

Ideal Qualifications

• Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Utilize data to analyze and drive daily practice.
• Take personal accountability for student impact and outcomes, reflecting on practice to be responsive.
• Create learning environments that foster student ownership of learning and academic success.
• Model and maintain high expectations for all learners.
• Identify personal strengths that align with school core values and guiding philosophy.
• Engage in feedback sessions with an instructional coach.
• Seek opportunities for professional growth and continuous self-improvement.
• Engage in constructive dialogue with students, colleagues, and administration.
• Actively support and participate in school professional development programs.
• Uphold school core values and policies within and outside the classroom.
• Additional duties may include student recruitment, advisory class, and after-school tutoring.

About DSST Public Schools

DSST Public Schools serves over 7,500 students, with 97% attending top-rated Green schools. We are a values-centered, human-focused, and collaborative organization committed to fostering brilliance, courage, and possibility in our students and staff.

Our Impact

• 100% of DSST graduates are admitted to college or postsecondary programs.
• 15 out of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF.
• 9 out of 10 DSST families recommend DSST.
• 95%+ of staff report regular check-ins and care from their managers.

Why Work at DSST?

• Quantum 5 Culture: Focuses on team member growth, belonging, and thriving.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay, fertility/adoption support, educator mental-health care, and perks like Safeway discounts.
• Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways.
• Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the Flower Person Award.
• Whole Human Wellness: Access to Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks paid parental leave.
• Thriving in Colorado: Over 11 weeks off annually, relocation support, and local discounts.

Learn more about our Quantum 5 Culture and Compensation & Benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

DSST Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, Age, Disability, Genetic information, or retaliation.

Physical Demands

Employees regularly talk and hear. The position is active, requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. Employees must be able to lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds and possess sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity for office equipment operation. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

Key skills/competency

• Data Analysis
• Student Accountability
• Learning Environment Creation
• High Expectations
• Instructional Coaching
• Professional Development
• Collaboration
• School Values
• Inclusion
• Curriculum Development