The Role
Supervise and support before- and after-school programs for elementary students: ensure safety, follow licensing and discipline protocols, maintain logs, assist curriculum planning, communicate with parents, attend trainings, and perform facility and housekeeping tasks as assigned.
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** 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 posting is for Central Schools to include Bromwell, DCIS Fairmont, Dora Moore, Lincoln, McKinley-Thatcher, SKCEE, Steck, Steele, and Teller.
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 $21.50/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.
- Ability to become familiar with Colorado Department of Human Services Rules and Regulations.
- Provide accurate and timely information on program operation as requested.
- Interact positively with parents and refer questions and concerns to the Supervisor when needed and appropriate.
- Promote a cooperative relationship with all Discovery Link staff and school personnel.
- Maintain a punctual, reliable schedule during program hours.
- Follow staff conduct guidelines outlined in the staff handbook.
- Perform facility maintenance and housekeeping duties as assigned and needed.
- Follow the general daily schedule for the program.
- Maintain appropriate standards for children’s behavior following the discipline guidelines as outlined in the staff handbook; use the discipline log when necessary.
- Maintain the accident log and complete accident reports, with assistance from the supervisor, as required by Denver Public Schools and or child care licensing.
- Maintain licensing ratio for staff to child.
- Provide careful supervision of play areas to ensure children’s safety.
- Assist in planning program curriculum.
- Attend all orientations, trainings and staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
Knowledge, Experience, & Other Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or Equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age and demonstrate an ability to work with children. Must have at least three (3) months (455 hours) of full-time or equivalent part-time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children. Must pass a CBI (Colorado) and FBI (Federal) background check.
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Must currently hold certification in or be able to become trained in First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration and Universal Precautions Certified.
- Must have at least three (3) months (or 460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable work experience with school-age children -OR-a college degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education or related field.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must be able to become First Aid, CPR and Standard 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 Requirements:
- High school Diploma or equivalent.
- 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
About UsDenver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. 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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Minimum three months (≈455 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-age children OR a college degree in Psychology, Sociology, Education or related field.
- Must pass Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and FBI background checks.
- Must be able to become First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration and Universal Precautions/Standard Precautions certified.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position with or without accommodations.
- Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to relate positively to children and adults.
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The Company
What We Do
The mission of Denver Public Schools is to provide all students the opportunity to achieve the knowledge and skills necessary to become contributing citizens in our diverse society. In DPS, we’re focused on building a system that’s designed to help every student thrive. We’re re-focusing our efforts where they matter most: on creating classrooms that are vibrant centers of learning, where caring teachers are engaging their students in rigorous, culturally responsive experiences in order to lift all students toward a bright horizon. In the last ten years, DPS has experienced unprecedented growth and an expansion of programs. Building on the strong progress we’ve made, we want to continue transforming DPS into a school district grounded in equity. This districtwide focus on equity will be embedded in everything we do, so that we can help break historical patterns and become a school district that is designed to inspire every student to dream big and make their own future. View all of our current career openings here: https://careers.dpsk12.org/
