Elementary Band Mentor: Build Skills, Confidence & Perform

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 4,200 - 6,600; Part time

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Thornton, CO seeks an Elementary Band Teacher to deliver beginning instrumental music instruction to elementary students. You will develop students' musical skills, confidence, creativity, and appreciation for music through engaging, age-appropriate lessons in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include teaching in small groups and full classes, developing standards-aligned lesson plans, preparing students for concerts, maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience teaching elementary-aged students preferred.
• Strong instrumental performance and pedagogical skills.
• Knowledge of beginning band methods and age-appropriate music instruction.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach beginning band students in small-group, and full-class settings.
• Provide instruction in instrumental technique, music reading, rhythm, ensemble skills, and performance practices.
• Develop and implement standards-aligned lesson plans and a comprehensive elementary band curriculum.
• Teach appropriate fundamentals for woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.
• Establish clear classroom expectations and maintain a positive, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Assess student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for concerts, and other school or community performances.
• Select and arrange music appropriate for students' developmental and musical levels.
• Maintain accurate attendance and student records.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and school administrators.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, music colleagues, and school staff to support student success.
• Encourage participation, perseverance, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for music.
• Maintain and monitor musical instruments, equipment, music libraries, and classroom supplies.
• Support recruitment and retention of students in the instrumental music program.

Skills

Elementary teaching

Band pedagogy

Instrumental performance

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Thornton, CO seeks an Elementary Band Teacher to deliver beginning instrumental music instruction to elementary students. You will develop students' musical skills, confidence, creativity, and appreciation for music through engaging, age-appropriate lessons in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities include teaching in small groups and full classes, developing standards-aligned lesson plans, preparing students for concerts, maintaining