Substitute Teacher - Spanish - International School of Denver

Department: ECE, Elementary, or Middle School, as assigned

FTE/ Benefits Status: Part-Time/Not Benefitted

Supe...Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Personal Characteristics we are looking for:

We are looking for people who support our mission and values and want to join us in creating a nurturing, supportive, and caring environment for our students. We take great pride in how much our students love to be at our school and with our staff; a true desire to create an environment where our students are known and cared for is imperative for any candidate.

English proficiency with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

Level B2 required, C1+ preferred (based on Common European Framework of References for Languages) or equivalent certification such as TOEFL or IETLS.

Native (or near native/fluent) in the target teaching language as required (Spanish/French/Chinese) with excellent verbal and written communication skills (required)

Knowledge of and proficiency in age and developmentally appropriate teaching methods (required)

Technological and computer competency (Google Suite, database management, etc.)

Ability to work well independently or as part of a team

Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills and to exercise sound judgment

Collaborative, team-oriented, globally- and open-minded, innovative, and compassionate

Professionalism, punctuality, and reliability

Commitment to learning about and implementing DEIB practices in the classroom and school community

Lived experience in multicultural settings, including international work experience, and an appreciation and respect for all cultures

Physical Demands:

Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally be required to bend, stoop or kneel.

Location and Schedule:  This is a part-time, hourly, as needed position with limited benefits.  Expected work hours on working days are 7:45am-3:45pm, M-F; you may have to work outside of these hours periodically. This job does not have remote work flexibility. All employees must be based in Denver, CO.

Benefits (please see ISDenver benefits summary information for full time staff here):

Substitute teachers qualify for 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked

Free daily lunch when working

Salary Range: $18.50/hour.  $10/bonus bonus for 30 or more days worked in a school year, including on the first 30 days.

Interviews: Interviews may be conducted in person, by telephone or via video conferencing. Only applicants to be invited for an interview will be contacted; no phone calls or emails, please. ISDenver does not consider nor save information sent for non-posted positions. 

Notes: 

Job descriptions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

All employees are required to undergo, at minimum, a Colorado Department of Human Services required background check prior to employment.  Certain positions may require more extensive background checks.

Racism, misogyny, classism, ableism, homophobia, and transphobia do not represent the values of ISDenver and will not be tolerated.

ISDenver celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People of color, LGBTQIA+ candidates, and people from other historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. ISDenver is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.