2026-27 Paraprofessional Music-Fossil Ridge High School
Poudre School District -CO
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Poudre School District seeks a Paraprofessional Music for Fossil Ridge High School in Fort Collins, Colorado. You will provide color guard coaching and piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental groups, supporting rehearsals and performances.
You will organize music materials, tutor students, and assist in administrative tasks to uphold the music program's goals. This one-year role offers comprehensive benefits and a 186-day calendar.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One year of related experience preferred.
- Piano performance experience and strong piano proficiency expected.
- Two years of higher education or an associate degree acceptable.
- WorkKeys assessment may be required for instructional competency.
Responsibilities
- Provide piano accompaniment for vocal and instrumental ensembles.
- Assist in the music program's daily instruction and rehearsals.
- Tutor or provide instructional assistance to students needing help with music concepts.
- Organize and maintain music scores and materials.
- Support music staff and collaborate with choral director and students.
- Attend inservice meetings and school functions as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Poudre School District
Fossil Ridge High School - Fort Collins, Colorado
Job ID: 5896223
Starting Date:Immediately
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This position is responsible for providing color guard coaching and instructional support for small ensemble classes at the assigned school site. Support daily instruction, rehearsals, performances, and assist in administrative tasks that uphold the goals of the music program. Additional responsibilities included below.
- Provide color guard coaching for small ensemble classes at the assigned school site.
- Support the Teacher or Director by promoting and supporting the expectations and vision of the music program.
- Tutor or provide instructional assistance to individuals or student groups needing extra help in learning color guard concepts.
- Organize, file, catalogue and maintain music and materials.
- Assist in administrative tasks to support the music program.
- Attend appropriate inservice meetings, building meetings, training, parent conferences and/or school functions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay Range: $19.19-$21.49/hour (min–12% above min), based on qualifications and experience*
Hours/day: 6
Work calendar days: 186
Duration of position: One Year Only
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections.
*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to PSD (existing employees please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). PSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended.
Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students 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, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!
Job Title: Paraprofessional, Music
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Family: Classified - Instructional Support Pay Range: PT10H
Prepared/Revised Date: August 1, 2026
Job Code: 41540
SUMMARY: Responsible for providing staff piano accompaniment for all vocal performing groups/classes, small or large ensembles and soloists at the assigned school site. Accompany all daily class rehearsals, concerts, musical, state events and choral activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Frequency of duties, percent of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- 1. Provide piano accompaniment for vocal performing groups/classes, small or large ensembles and soloists at the assigned school site.
- 2. Support the Teacher or Director by promoting and supporting the expectations and vision of the music program.
- 3. Tutor or provide instructional assistance to individuals or student groups needing extra help in learning music concepts.
- 4. Organize, file, catalogue and maintain music scores and materials.
- 5. Assist and team with student accompanists as needed.
- 6. Supervise the tuning and care of the pianos in the assigned school’s music department.
- 7. Attend appropriate inservice meetings, building meetings, training, parent conferences and/or school functions.
- 8. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of related experience
- Piano performance experience and extensive piano proficiency in technical skills
- Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
- If assigned to a Title I school, at least one of the following criteria is required
- completion of at least two years of higher education
- an associate’s (or higher) degree
- successful completion of the WorkKeys assessmentdemonstratinginstructional competency within one year of hire
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:
- Criminal background check required for hire
TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
- Oral and written communication skills
- English language skills
- Strong interpersonal relations skills and the ability collaborate with the choral director, music staff, and students
- Extensive piano proficiency in technical skills
- Ability to read and sight-read music
- Ability to play two-, three- or four-parts simultaneously
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions and respond to management direction
- Ability to work a flexible schedule/varied hours with some night and weekend performances
- Ability to participate and work in a team environment
- Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
- Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
- Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, District policies, administrative guidelines and building and department procedures
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:
- Extensive piano proficiency in technical skills
- Knowledge of the required care and maintenance of the piano
- Basic operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, peripherals and media equipment
- Basic operating knowledge of and experience with office software
- Operating knowledge of and experience with standard office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:
POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES
Reports to: School Administration
Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
- Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom and at events
41540 – Paraprofessional Music
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