Elementary Music Teacher - Southwest Campus

rockymountainprep; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

5 Weeks Paid Organizational Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest is seeking a full-time Music Teacher to design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum in a 100% on-site setting with students and families. You will collaborate with grade-level teams, center diverse musical traditions, and assess student growth through rubrics and performances.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, subject-matter expertise in music, readiness to complete CDE READ Act training within the first year, and eligibility to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject).
• Subject matter expertise demonstrated by either a record of results in teaching the content or a content‑specific degree.
• Within the first year of employment, complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours.
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States. We use E-Verify to confirm identity and employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned music curriculum with authentic performance opportunities.
• Establish clear criteria for success aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards using rubrics, exemplars, and performance assessments.
• Facilitate collaborative music-making through rehearsals, peer feedback, reflection, and analysis of diverse musical works.
• Create joyful, high-expectations classrooms where scholars build skills, take creative risks, and strive for excellence.
• Center diverse musicians, composers, genres, and traditions that reflect scholars' perspectives.
• Differentiate instruction to provide equitable access, meaningful challenge, and measurable growth for all scholars.

Skills

Design and deliver standards-aligned |

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (any subject)

Subject matter expertise in music education

Job description

Location: This school-based position is 100% in person at Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest. All school-based staff are essential members of our campus community, working on-site each day alongside students, colleagues, and families to create a strong school community and support student growth and achievement. This position is not remote or hybrid.

Rocky Mountain Prep is a movement of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families. We operate twelve college-preparatory schools serving students from early childhood through twelfth grade, and we are fundamentally a world-class learning organization that invests deeply in every educator who joins us. Teachers engage in ongoing coaching and professional development, supported by clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities to strengthen their craft and advance along individualized career pathways grounded in our PEAK values. Rooted in a culture of rigor and love, RMP promises to coach, develop, and champion every team member so they can do their best work and grow as professionals, people, and leaders.

RMP’s Big Five Goals

1. Student Achievement: 60% average proficiency on CMAS & PSAT by Spring 2027; zero schools rated Orange or Red on the 2027–28 Colorado School Performance Framework


2. Financial Sustainability: 5,100 students enrolled, as measured by October Count; $4MM in total philanthropic gifts during the 2026–27 school year


3. Parent Satisfaction: 90% regular attendance; no more than 10% chronic absenteeism


4. Staff Engagement & Enablement: 75% annual staff retention from July 2026 to July 2027


5. Student Persistence — Health & Wellness: 90% year-over-year student persistence from September 2026 to September 2027

Each team member contributes to these goals through their role and collaboration across RMP.

Our Approach to Music Education

At Rocky Mountain Prep, music is an essential part of a college-preparatory education. Our music classrooms are joyful, rigorous spaces where scholars develop musicianship, creative expression, and the habits of mind needed for long-term success - discipline, collaboration, perseverance, and confidence. Music teachers design standards-aligned curriculum and authentic performance opportunities that engage scholars in performing, creating, responding to, and connecting with music across diverse genres, cultures, and traditions. Through purposeful rehearsal, feedback, reflection, and performance, scholars build technical skills while growing as confident musicians. Clear criteria for success, aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards, ensure rigor, transparency, and equitable access to high-quality music instruction. By celebrating diverse musical traditions and fostering a culture of practice, collaboration, and continuous growth, we empower every scholar to see themselves as a musician capable of creating, performing, and sharing meaningful musical experiences.

Music Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will...

• Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned music curriculum with authentic performance opportunities.


• Establish clear criteria for success aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards using rubrics, exemplars, and performance assessments.


• Facilitate collaborative music-making through rehearsals, peer feedback, reflection, and analysis of diverse musical works.


• Create joyful, high-expectations classrooms where scholars build skills, take creative risks, and strive for excellence.


• Center diverse musicians, composers, genres, and traditions that reflect and expand scholars' perspectives.


• Differentiate instruction to provide equitable access, meaningful challenge, and measurable growth for all scholars.


• Assess scholar learning through standards-based grading and celebrate growth through concerts, showcases, and performances.


• Collaborate with grade-level teams and special educators to support alignment, inclusion, and cross‑curricular connections.


• Engage in ongoing professional growth by refining curriculum and instruction through data, feedback, and coaching.

All Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will:

Take ownership of student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring all scholars grow through strong planning, rigorous teaching, and timely re-teaching. They build inclusive, relationship‑centered classrooms by implementing proactive routines, culturally responsive practices, and consistent communication with families. RMP teachers collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff, contribute to school‑wide initiatives, and support daily operations to maintain a safe and organized environment. They also model RMP’s PEAK values in all interactions and remain flexible and responsive in a fast‑paced, data‑driven environment aligned to our evolving Concept Essence.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject)


• Subject matter expertise required, as evidenced by either a record of results in teaching the content or a content‑specific degree

Other Requirements

• Preferred Certifications


• Within the first year of your employment, you’re required to complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours.


• Pass a background check.


• Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States.


• We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Salary

This is a full‑time position with a salary range of $63,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

At Rocky Mountain Prep, taking care of our team is essential to building joyful, academically excellent schools. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days


• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks


• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee‑only plans.


• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado


• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave


• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally


• Pre‑Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

*A detailed list of benefits is here.

Why RMP?

At Rocky Mountain Prep, you're joining a movement to change what's possible for public education in Colorado.We believe every child's brilliance deserves a world‑class education, and we build schools where rigor and love are the foundation for that promise. Here, you'll be developed, challenged, and championed as you grow into the educator you aspire to be. If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who believe deeply in kids, this is the place.

Demonstrate Eligibility to Work in the United States

All employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time. RMP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.