What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIAISON, STUDENT SUPPORT position at Denver Public Schools?
Job Description
** Applications will be received until May 5, 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
Responsible for being the primary resource and advocate between a network of stakeholders, including: schools, students, families and the community. Actively engages and advocates to better the needs of all parties involved, within a specific matter of interest.
What DPS Offers You
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
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.
** Applications will be received until May 5, 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
Responsible for being the primary resource and advocate between a network of stakeholders, including: schools, students, families and the community. Actively engages and advocates to better the needs of all parties involved, within a specific matter of interest.
What DPS Offers You
- A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
- Salary Range from $48,089 to $57,707 yearly Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
- In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .
- Actively engages in identifying student needs, especially when it has to do with their academic or social lives, and provides/suggests solutions where necessary
- Consults with teachers, parents, and school personnel about learning, social, and behavioral issues. Confers with teachers and parents regarding the student's strengths, opportunities for growth and aptitudes
- Maintains a positive school environment through effective conflict resolution, collaboration, positive reinforcement, and modeling. Implements curriculum and restorative approaches feedback to develop positive social skills
- Performs attendance related advising to assigned student case load to motivate students to establish and achieve their attendance goals. Assists in the application of appropriate interventions for chronically absent students
- Develops community partnerships that are willing to offer programs and/or services for students at the school in alignment of identified needs
- Establishes and maintains accurate student records and files regarding attendance and disciplinary issues. Analyzes and reports data findings to school leadership, including Intervention Plans when necessary
- Refers students to school counselors or social workers, especially in situations that have escalated beyond academic or social concerns
- Coordinates with school counseling and other staff to be kept apprised on issues affecting a students’ academic performance and/or social conflicts with teachers, students and parents
- Promotes school and in home literacy enrichment for at-risk students to support with student engagement and necessary resources
- Bachelor's or relevant work experience
- 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.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
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.
Salary : $48,089 - $57,707