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Denver Public Schools

ARTIST, GUEST

Denver, CO

$40/hr

... Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. ** About this job: Provides students with specialized instruction in order to master a specific art form. (There are 11 Art majors.) Helps ...

Denver Public Schools

ARTIST, GUEST

Denver, CO · On-site

$40/hr

... Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. ** About this job: Provides students with specialized instruction in order to master a specific art form. (There are 11 Art majors.) Helps ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Art Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Art Teacher, you need a solid background in visual arts, art education, and typically a bachelor’s degree with teaching certification. Familiarity with a range of art materials, digital design tools (such as Adobe Creative Suite), and classroom management systems is highly valuable. Creativity, patience, and strong communication skills help inspire students and manage diverse classroom dynamics. These skills are essential for fostering artistic expression, maintaining an engaging learning environment, and supporting student growth.

How does an Art Teacher typically collaborate with other educators and staff within a school?

Art Teachers often work closely with other subject teachers to integrate art projects into broader curricula, such as incorporating history or science themes into art lessons. They also collaborate with administrators to plan school-wide art exhibitions and events, and may coordinate with special education staff to adapt lessons for students with diverse needs. This collaborative environment helps foster a creative and inclusive learning atmosphere, while also allowing Art Teachers to contribute to the school's overall educational goals.

What does an Art Teacher do?

An Art Teacher educates students about various forms of visual art, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media. They develop lesson plans, demonstrate techniques, and encourage creativity and critical thinking. Art Teachers also assess student progress, organize exhibitions, and foster an appreciation for the arts. Their goal is to help students express themselves artistically while learning about art history and theory.

What is the difference between Art Teacher vs Art Instructor?

AspectArt TeacherArt Instructor
Required CredentialsTypically a teaching certification or degree in art educationMay have similar credentials, but sometimes less formal, focusing on specific skills or workshops
Work EnvironmentSchools, colleges, and educational institutionsWorkshops, art studios, community centers, or private lessons
Employer & Industry UsageEducational settings, public and private schoolsArt studios, community programs, private clients
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding teaching roles in schoolsLearning about art instruction outside formal education

While both Art Teachers and Art Instructors focus on teaching art skills, Art Teachers are primarily employed in schools and educational institutions with formal credentials. Art Instructors often work in community or private settings, emphasizing specific techniques or workshops. The choice depends on your preferred environment and credentials.

What is it like to work at Denver Public Schools?

Denver Public Schools (DPS) operates under a culture that prioritizes student-centered learning and community engagement, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in education. The district's structure includes a diverse range of schools, each with its own unique environment and mission, from traditional high schools to specialized programs focused on STEM education and the arts. Working at DPS may appeal to educators and professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding career in a dynamic urban school district with opportunities for professional growth and community impact.

Do workers at Denver Public Schools get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
70% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Does Denver Public Schools pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At Denver Public Schools, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
41% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Denver Public Schools affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
68% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Denver Public Schools?

Most people get paid time off work.
86% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Denver Public Schools worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
77% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Denver Public Schools workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
38% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Denver Public Schools workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
73% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Denver Public Schools?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
57% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Denver Public Schools managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
92% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers at Denver Public Schools do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
72% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Denver Public Schools?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
39% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Denver Public Schools feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Denver Public Schools get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
56% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Denver Public Schools?

Most people feel stressed out here.
84% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Denver Public Schools enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Denver Public Schools recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
56% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Denver Public Schools?

Most people didn’t get enough training when they started.
77% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Denver Public Schools?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 54% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think Denver Public Schools’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Denver Public Schools is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
63% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
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Infographic showing various Art Teacher job openings at Denver Public Schools in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
TEACHER, HOURLY ITINERANT SPECIAL EDUCATION VISION

TEACHER, HOURLY ITINERANT SPECIAL EDUCATION VISION

Denver Public Schools

Denver, CO • On-site

$51.50K - $67.90K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 20 hours ago

Denver Public Schools rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

366th of 538 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

** Applications will be received until March 15, 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. **

 
About this job:
 
The Hourly Itinerant Special Education Vision Teacher provides direct instruction to students of all ages and different identification (academically gifted, profoundly disabled) with vision loss or visual difficulties in settings that provide a continuum of services from self-contained instruction to full inclusion in the regular classroom. 

 
What DPS Offers You:
  • Competitive Teacher Compensation and Procomp Incentive plan, click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Salary Schedule.  Click here for more information on compensation for these roles. Please note: You must submit all relevant documentation via onboarding before the deadline (15 days after receiving your offer letter) for salary setting purposes.
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement. For more information visit our New Employee Resources. 
  • This position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit).  Please see the Employee Associations Page for the current master agreement and important documents associated with your bargaining unit. 
     
 
What You'll Do:
  • Collaborates with and supports the needs of students, staff, and families by fostering an understanding of vision loss; provides a continuum of evidence-based intervention strategies and services to improve compensatory strategies for increased achievement
  • Teaches and instructs academic content areas, adapted technology, and daily living skills; develops and executes individualized lesson plans in all subject areas, providing for direct instruction while maintaining a focus on District standards and benchmarks
  • Procures and provides adapted materials and equipment, including Braille and Technology for the blind and visually impaired students as needed
  • Conducts academic and functional vision evaluations and teaches strategies for improved use of vision
  • Provides classroom teacher support
  • Provides instruction in Orientation and Mobility in school and/or community environments
  • Counsels students to encourage and support student achievement
  • Observes, evaluates, reports, and records student performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
  • Other duties as assigned
 
What You'll Need:
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required. A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
  • Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license with an endorsement in Special Education. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas (DPS does accept a CDE Application Receipt for 90 days.) 
  • Experience working with visually impaired students ranging in academic ability from gifted to profoundly disabled
  • Experience with severe/profound blind students
  • Experience working with young special needs children which represent the diversity. of the Denver Public Schools community preferred
  • 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
Denver 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.

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