High-paying teaching jobs in Denver

Teaching involves guiding students in learning academic subjects by crafting engaging lessons. Teachers develop curricula, assess student progress, and foster a supportive environment. They exhibit patience, communication skills, and subject knowledge.


We found 860 high-paying for you in Denver, CO. These teaching jobs pay well, with salaries between $39,828 to $143,282 per hour. Popular roles include Special Education Paraprofessional, Instructor and Teacher.

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Updated Aug 05, 2026
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Denver, CO
Colorado
Job openings (Denver)

Principal

Denver

$143,282 per year

Colorado

$130,330 per year

Adjunct Faculty

Denver

$47.08 per hour

Colorado

$43.24 per hour

Special Education Teacher

Denver

$43.39 per hour

Colorado

$43.21 per hour

Teacher

Denver

$37.84 per hour

Colorado

$30.53 per hour

Assistant Professor

Denver

$74,521 per year

Colorado

$81,303 per year

High School Teacher

Denver

$66,951 per year

Colorado

$61,299 per year

Elementary School Teacher

Denver

$64,780 per year

Colorado

$62,341 per year

Instructor

Denver

$28.95 per hour

Colorado

$27.06 per hour

Special Education Paraprofessional

Denver

$47,647 per year

Colorado

$43,272 per year

Substitute Teacher

Denver

$189 per day

Colorado

$183 per day

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