Provide supervision and enrichment for students before and after school, implement curriculum and activities, maintain logs and safety, follow district and state childcare policies, attend trainings, communicate with staff and parents, and substitute at program sites as needed.
** Applications will be received until July 31, 2026 OR UNTIL FILLED Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
About this job:
To provide a safe and learning environment for children, nurture a positive work environment that is conducive to students and their optimal growth and development. This job posting is for West Schools to include Barnum, Colfax, Cowell, Eagleton, Knapp, Munroe, Newlon, and Valverde.
What DPS Offers You:
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Student Will Succeed.
- Hourly Rate is $20.50/HR.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.
- Schedule: Before and after school; hours vary, approximately 6:15am-9:00am and/or 2:00-6:00pm
What You'll Do:
- Ability to become familiar with Discovery Link policies and procedures around tracking and proper supervision of students.
- Attend required orientations, trainings, and staff meetings.
- Implement high quality programming where students are engaged in a variety of ways.
- Maintain open communication with staff, parents, and foster a positive environment for children.
- Use positive youth development strategies.
- Deliver curriculum for children in an enriching and engaging manner.
- Supervise play areas, create and implement activities, maintain logs and reports, housekeeping, and additional duties as assigned
- Interpret the philosophy of Denver Public Schools and build community with faculty, staff, parents, visitors, and community
- Ensure that Colorado Department of Human Services Child Care, District, and Department policies and procedures are followed
- Provide accurate and timely information on program operation as requested
- Substitute as needed for all program sites as requested by the Senior Supervisors.
- Perform all duties, as outlined by the specific job description, of the staff for which you are substituting
What You’ll Need:
Licensure & Certification:
- Cannot be left alone with children unless the incumbent meets the minimum qualifications for a Program Leader or Early Childhood Teacher
- Must be able to become trained in First Aid, CPR, and Universal Precautions Certified.
Knowledge & Other Qualifications:
- Must pass a CBI (Colorado) and FBI (Federal) background check
- Must be at least 16 years of age or older
- Must be able to become First Aid, CPR and Universal Precautions certified
- Ability to relate positively to children and adults
- Ability to build relationships and partnerships with diverse people and organizations; strong collaboration skills
- Flexible, self-motivated individual
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Education & Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent is preferred
- HS Diploma or Equivalent. Must be at least 16 years of age and demonstrate an ability to work with children. Staff aides must work directly under the supervision of the Program Director or Program Leader and cannot be left alone with children.
- 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
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.
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