K-5th Grade Music Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Please apply directly with C2E - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Douglas County School District; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options (401(k), 403(b

457 retirement plan

Job summary

Challenge to Excellence Charter School in Douglas County is seeking a K-5th Grade Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher. The role starts roughly November 5, 2026, with a February 22 end window, and daily pay of $190.

The school emphasizes STEAM and a high-performing educational environment for elementary music instruction. Required Colorado Substitute Teaching License and a HS diploma; a Bachelor's is preferred, along with 2+ years substitute teaching experience and familiarity with Infinite Campus

Qualifications

• Colorado Substitute Teaching License required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• 2+ years substitute teaching experience preferred, elementary preferred.
• Experience with Infinite Campus and Google products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement standards-aligned curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction with clear objectives.
• Differentiate lessons for students with learning plans.
• Integrate technology to provide varied learning materials.
• Observe, evaluate, and provide feedback on student progress.
• Manage classroom behavior per school policies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

Tools

Infinite Campus

Google products

Job description

Job Posting Title:

K-5th Grade Music Long-Term Substitute Teacher (Please apply directly with C2E - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Job Description:

Supervisor: Executive Director
Start Date: November 5, 2026 (approximately)
Term: November 5-February 22 (approximately)
Salary: $190 per day

Challenge to Excellence Charter School, a high-performing, premier STEAM school in Douglas County, is seeking a K-5th Grade Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher. Challenge to Excellence is an academically advanced charter school that specializes in STEAM education.

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

Job Description: The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing the mission and vision of the school through:

• Designing and implementing standards-aligned curriculum
• Planning, preparing, and delivering instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Differentiating lessons for students with learning plans.
• Integrating the use of technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observing, evaluating, encouraging, and providing feedback on students’ progress and development in the coursework.
• Implementing data-driven instruction.
• Managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, maintaining discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary system of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
• Performing certain duties including, but not limited to, participating in team, school, and parent meetings.

Qualifications :

• Required: Colorado Substitute Teaching License
• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Preferred: 2 years or more substitute teaching experience, preferably in Elementary School
• Preferred: Experience with Infinite Campus and Google products

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past November 9, 2026

Certifications:

Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Position Type:

Charter School

Primary Location:

Challenge To Excellence Charter School

One Year Only (Yes or No):

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week:

40

FTE:

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:

185 Work Days

• (260 days indicatesa year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are thengranted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$100.00 USD Daily

Maximum Hire Rate:

$200.00 USD Daily

Full Salary Range:

$100.00 USD - $200.00 USD Daily

Benefits:

This position is eligible for voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plans.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

October 30, 2026