(2025-2026) Certified Music Teacher

Roaring Fork School District; Basalt (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Certified Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves fostering students' appreciation of music through diverse genres and styles, while developing their vocal and instrumental skills. The school district values collaboration and support, offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Join a team that believes in the importance of teacher voices in decision-making and prioritizes student well-being in a vibrant community. If you are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives through music, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full district paid health benefits

Paid leave

Pension plan enrollment

Employee assistance programs

Reduced ski passes

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Must have a Colorado Teaching License in Music (K-12).
• Experience in teaching music at the appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer music education curriculum.
• Promote a safe and conducive classroom environment.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student musical learning.

Skills

Music Education

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Instrument Proficiency

Vocal Instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music

Colorado Teaching License in Music (K-12)

Job description

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“Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world.”

Position: Licensed Music Teacher

School Year: 2025-2026

Location: Basalt Elementary School

Reports to: Basalt Elementary School Principal

Classification: Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)

Contract Period: 185 working days.

Competitive Salary Range!

• *$54,000 to $82,320 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience) *The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule. Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
  
  

Competitive Benefits!

• The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include, paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide
• RFSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities. Read the district's full nondiscrimination statement online at https://go.boarddocs.com/co/rfsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DBTU5S7A6CE2.
  
  

About us!

• With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
  
  

Position Overview

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the Music Teacher is responsible for fostering students' appreciation and understanding of music through exposure to a wide range of musical genres, historical periods, and styles. The teacher will cultivate students' skills in both vocal and instrumental performance, while identifying and nurturing individual musical talents and encouraging creative expression.
  
  

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops a balanced music program and lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, and instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside the classroom
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during practice, rehearsal and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and instrumental equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
• Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to play an instrument or instruments, conduct students in playing instruments as needed.
• Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus as needed.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

Necessary Credentials

• Successful prior teaching experience in music for the appropriate grade level preferred.
• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited institution in Music or related field of study.
• MUST have an active Colorado Teaching License in Music (K-12) or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment. If additional coursework or a preparation program is required, the applicant must provide proof of enrollment and submission of the required documentation to the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) within 30 days of employment.
• Official transcripts must be provided upon hire. For international transcripts, an evaluation is required through a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
• Visa Candidates are required to hold at minimum, an Initial (3-year) License.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• May include, standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.
  
  

We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!

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