<p>Applications will be received until January 6, 2026. 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.</p> <p>About this job:</p> <p>Responsible for identifying and supporting the use of high quality instructional resources, enhancing teaching and learning, and scaling effective programs to meet the student achievement literacy goals of the Strategic Roadmap and to prepare all students for success in college, career, and life.</p> <p>What DPS Offers You:</p> <ul> <li>A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. </li><li>Salary Range: $87,203 - $106,806 annually. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. </li><li>In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Do:</p> <ul> <li>Lead K-12 Social Studies curriculum and instructional strategy in alignment with the district's Strategic Roadmap. </li><li>Supervise personnel providing K-12 Social Studies curriculum and instructional support to schools. </li><li>Develop and disseminate high quality, research based resources, protocols, and professional learning opportunities for teachers and instructional leaders. </li><li>Analyze student achievement data to inform material development and the provision of targeted, high quality school supports. </li><li>Assess and monitor program implementation in schools, sharing best practices to elevate the quality of instruction district wide. </li><li>Collaboratively create and implement the comprehensive strategic plan for Humanities in partnership with academic departments and the Schools Team. </li><li>Manage team performance by ensuring personnel set and achieve ambitious, district wide goals. </li><li>Develop and review formal procurement documents (RFIs/RFPs) for new curricular materials and programs as required. </li><li>Support the process for embedding culturally and linguistically sustaining practices to ensure effective implementation of state and national academic standards. </li><li>Track and manage short and long term work plans, schedules, and milestones, and report progress and issues to the K-12 Humanities Director. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>What You'll Need:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field, or a valid teaching certificate. </li><li>Master's degree preferred, with a focus on literacy or social studies teaching and learning. </li><li>Five (5) years of highly successful experience in teaching and/or leadership. </li><li>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. </li><li>Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us. </li><li>Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun</p>