Meeker Elementary Music/Art Teacher

Chalkbeat New York; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Music/Art teacher for Meeker Elementary School, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and data-driven learning environment. This role requires a commitment to understanding the intellectual, social, and emotional needs of elementary students, along with effective classroom management and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be certified in Colorado and possess a strong knowledge of standards-based education. Join a team that values excellence and is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience for all students, starting August 1, 2025.

Benefits

Fully paid health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement contribution

Personal/sick days

Coaching opportunities

Moving expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be appropriately certified as a teacher in Colorado.
• Knowledge of curriculum and assessment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Model ethical standards and effective classroom management.
• Use state standards to guide assessment and instruction.

Skills

Effective classroom management

Communication skills

Knowledge of curriculum

Standards-based assessment

Collaborative work

Education

State certification as a teacher

Qualifications for area or grade level

Job description

Teacher Meeker Elementary Music/Art Teacher

Meeker Elementary School is seeking highly qualified Music and/or Art teachers, with the ability to teach any grade level K-5th. The District prefers a person with strong knowledge and understanding of standards-based education, with a willingness to work, or successful experience in a collaborative culture dedicated to using data to drive instruction, differentiation, and student learning.

Meeker School District has an approximate enrollment of 673 students in grades Pre-K through Twelve. The Elementary School has approximately 285 students prek-5th. We are seeking an individual who has the understanding of the intellectual, social, and emotional needs of the elementary school student. Professional involvement beyond the local level and successful teaching experience are desirable. The Meeker Re-1 School District is seeking an enthusiastic person who wants to join a staff committed to “Excellence in all we do”.

Date Available: Position begins August 1, 2025

Job Functions/Qualifications:

• Models ethical standards, continual growth, collaborative work, and care and concern for students, materials, and facilities.
• The Classroom teacher demonstrates effective classroom management strategies.
• The classroom teacher will use state and district standards to drive the design of standards-based assessment, planning and instruction.
• The classroom teacher demonstrates effective and appropriate communication skills.
• The teacher must be appropriately certified and/or licensed as a teacher in the State of Colorado as provided by law.
• Licensed staff must be qualified for the area or grade level in which they perform, meeting Colorado Department of Education accreditation standards.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, models of instruction.
• Other job duties as assigned.
• The District is willing to consider candidates for an Alternative Licensure Program.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary negotiable based upon qualifications and experience
• Fully paid health, dental and life insurance for employee and $119 towards dependent health coverage.
• Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) member account with employer contribution of 21.4%.
• 11 personal/sick days
• Probationary Contract for 3 years
• Coaching opportunities at the Middle and High School.
• Reimbursement of moving expenses; up to $1,000 for in-state moves, and up to $2,000 for out-of-state moves.

How to Apply

Applications: Please submit application/resume/references to: Certified application can be found HERE. Jessica Browning- Human Resources Director Meeker Re-1 School District School Administration Office 555 Garfield Street/P.O. Box 1089 Meeker, CO 81641 Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

Timeline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will remain open until May 1, 2025 at 4:00PM.