Music Teacher (K-12)

K-12 Music Teacher for 2026-27 school year

Responsibilities

• Teach High School and Junior High Music classes as determined by the Master Schedules
• Possibility for other courses and/or activities as qualified, interested, and available
• Develop students' cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively foster students' self-esteem
• Work with and understand a diverse student population
• Integrate leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum
• Plan for and guide the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintain a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implement useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Select and use effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establish a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians/staff
• Engage in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job-related knowledge and skill development
• Work collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school's program and support the District's vision, aims and goals

 Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid CO Teaching License, or the ability to obtain one, with appropriate endorsement(s).
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Strong classroom management
• High expectations of personal and student performance on a daily basis
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), Positive interpersonal skills, Excellent attendance record
• Ability to foster positive human relationships and to engage and work effectively with students, staff, parents, and community
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.

 Other Information

• Reports to: Building Principal
• Work Schedule: 177.5 Day Contract (start August 2026)
• Workday: 7:45am - 3:30pm, Monday-Friday (5-day week)
• 25-26 Base Salary $42,500 (26-27 Salary Schedule not yet adopted)
  • Full Salary Schedule at https://bit.ly/3uyy2Uq
  • Benefits as per school policy, including Health Insurance, PERA, etc.