Substitute Teacher (Temporary) at Platte Valley YSC in Greeley, CO

Greeley, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department Information

This is a temporaryposition.

Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Please Note: This posting will be open until filled and filling multiple vacancies not extending beyond 12 months. All applications will be reviewed as they come in until all positions are filled we advise applicants to apply early. Posting will close on 12/1/2026.

Division of Youth Services - Platte Valley YouthServices Center

About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention commitment and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21 who are pre-adjudicated sentenced or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum a State-funded locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice addition to residential programming the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.

We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth families and local communities in the State of Colorado at: of Job

Description of Job:

Works with State Teacher Is and the Principal to determine what classrooms need additional support based on specific lesson plans. This includes covering classes/substituting when needed and sitting with students to help with guided class work or computer based work to include supporting students in special education in a paraprofessional role as needed. Informing the principal of testing commitments. All duties include knowing and implementing safety procedures and policies in a safe trauma informed setting.

Maintain a secure test environment and proctor MAP test state mandated tests and GED tests for identified students. Create and maintain a testing schedule that is communicated to all parties. Take and monitor tests testing information and results. Download reports from tests and various databases to include in assessment reports for MDT and IEP meetings and as requested by the school principal.

Enters testing data into spreadsheets forms and tools to be used by multiple stakeholders in a timely manner. Works with teachers and staff to create a safe testing environment assists with giving tests orally as needed follows up on monthly quarterly and annual educational data collection required. Collects information for MTSS MDT and other meetings to include treatment teams. Assists in treatment team data and information sharing. Updates and sends monthly data sheets and MTSS information to principal and DYS Education Director via email attachments. Monitors attendance and grades to report to principal and DYS education director monthly or as asked. Maintaining organized spreadsheets and documentation and other duties as assigned.

Duties to include:

Classroom supervision in absence of teacher
Troubleshoot issues with MAP test.
Determine when MTSS data is needed for reports.
Determine what information reports are requesting.
Determine the level of support students may need.
Informing the principal of testing commitments

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications listed below to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience must be specifically documented on your application.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment.

Substitutions:

Two years of study at an accredited institution (equivalent to 48 semester hours) will substitute for the degree requirement.
Tutoring knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading writing and mathematics through a formal state or local academic assessment (e.g. ACT WorkKeys) will substitute for the degree requirement but a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required if using this substitution.

Highly Desirable Competencies:

Bilingual

Conditions of Employment:

Be a minimum of 21 years of age with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence
Full background check and reference check required
May have to travel for training and meetings
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
The Diana Screen a sexual risk screening tool is administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained. At the DYS the safety and protection of the youth who have been entrusted to us is our #1 priority. The results of the Diana Screen will be provided to the Division of Youth Services and may be used as part of the Divisions decision on whether a candidate is selected.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must.
- Disclose that information on the application.
- Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
- Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation:

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications experience work products and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use see resume or see attached.
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills education experience minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications.
If listed answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling grammar and clarity of your writing).

Supplemental Information

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About Us:

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference consider joining the dedicated people of theColorado Department of Human Services(CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety independence and well-being of the people of Colorado.

Our Values

We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs well-being and dignity of the individuals families and communities we serve. We commit to respect fairness and access in every decision policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility health and wellness and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions programs and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees our partners the Coloradans we serve and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:We work together with all partners employees and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
This includes completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to .

EEO Statement:The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing aColorado for ALLof our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
The State of Colorado believes that a Colorado for ALL drives our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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Required Experience:

Department InformationThis is a temporaryposition.Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.Please Note: This posting will be open until filled and filling multiple vacancies not extending beyond 12 months. All applications will be reviewed as they come in until al...