DSST Public Schools

DSST Public Schools is a network of middle and high schools located in Denver and Aurora, Colorado. We foster school communities where our students and staff become the best versions of themselves. As part of a values-driven organization with a deliberately integrated community, our schools serve students from all walks of life. Our six core values, respect, responsibility, integrity, doing your best, curiosity and courage are truly embedded in everything we do and are central to our strong academic results. 

DSST Public Schools transform urban public education by eliminating educational inequity and preparing all students for success in college and the 21st century.  At the core of our approach are strong and meaningful relationships, fostered in small schools, that ensure every student and staff member is known and valued for their unique contributions. Through this whole child approach, we operate many of the top middle and high schools in the city of Denver. But the true success has been that 100% of our graduating seniors have been accepted into college since the first graduating class in 2004. You can read more about our campuses and network demographics on our website: https://www.dsstpublicschools.org/dsst-numbers 

Come join a team that’s making an impact in Denver and Aurora. To learn more about careers at DSST, visit https://www.dsstpublicschools.org/career-pipelines.

Our teachers are at the core of what we do. From creating a warm, inclusive school culture, to leading data-driven, rigorous instruction, our teachers joyfully work hard to serve each one of our students. Guided by our belief in the human condition, our teachers commit to students so they are fully known and affirmed for their unique story. Read more about life at DSST on our website: https://www.dsstpublicschools.org/life-dsst

Every teacher at DSST is paired with an instruction coach who collaborates with them one on one to support their growth and development through observation and feedback. Teachers at DSST also partner with teachers across the DSST network as a part of content based professional learning teams. 

For those interested in starting a career in teaching, DSST has built several pathways to support your entry into the profession. DSST's Apprentice Teacher Program builds a yearly cohort of educators committed to working in high-performing, integrated public schools. Our Apprentice Teachers work alongside a strong mentor teacher in a STEM subject to prepare them to take on their own classroom the following year.  We believe that anyone can become a great teacher with the right support. Whether you are a new graduate or a career changer, our Apprentice Teacher program can jumpstart your career in education! Read more about our Apprentice Teacher programs here: https://www.dsstpublicschools.org/career-pipelines

DSST has also partnered with EnCorps to train and support STEM professionals, military veterans, and retirees as they embark on a career transition to teaching. You can read more about the EnCorps Teaching Fellowship here: encorps.org/teaching-fellowship.

DSST Public Schools is committed to providing our staff with benefit offerings that empower each of our employees to make the choices that best meet their individualized and personal needs while also keeping cost in mind. Salaries are competitive with districts in the area, and yearly salary increases are performance-based to reward teachers for the great work they do with students.

The salary range for this position is $46,000-$61,000 and is commensurate with experience*

*Final salary may be adjusted based on years of experience in a relevant, aligned role of similar level and responsibilities up to 10 years of experience.

DSST Benefit highlights include:  

• Paid leave beginning from day one
• Instant access to benefits concierge for medical, dental, vision, appointment booking, and online doctor consultations etc.
• KISX Card assistance with high cost/low incidence surgeries, procedures, and major imaging
• Aflac supplemental insurance to help with out-of-pocket expenses not covered by insurance
• Two Dental Plan options offered through Aetna
• Employee Assistance and Counseling Support
• Annual Health Savings account (HSA) gift from DSST Public Schools
• Access to additional discounts through our benefit partners exclusively for DSST staff.

*Candidates placed in Aurora Science & Tech. will be eligible for a PERA Retirement Plan

For students in college education preparation programs, if you would like to student teach with DSST, please email to ensure you can student teach with us!

For those interested in starting a career in teaching, DSST has several pathways to support your pathway into the profession. DSST's Apprentice Teacher Program builds a yearly cohort of educators committed to working in high-performing, integrated public schools. Our Apprentice Teachers work alongside a strong mentor teacher in a STEM subject to prepare them to take on their own classroom the following year. We believe that anyone can become a great teacher with the right support. 

Whether you are a new graduate or a career changer, our Apprentice Teacher program can jumpstart your career in education! Read more about our Apprentice Teacher programs here: dsstpublicschools.org/apprentice-teacher-program

For DSST alumni in college, DSST runs a yearly Summer Fellows Program! The Summer Fellows Program is a paid, three-week fellowship. Through the program, students will have the opportunity to work with a DSST mentor teacher throughout the network's summer school. In addition to learning instructional and classroom management strategies with the mentor teacher, fellowship participants will learn about issues related to education in both Denver and the larger Colorado landscape while building their leadership skills and capacity. Previous experience in or commitment to pursuing a career in education is not required to apply. For more information, contact email.