Music Teacher

CARBON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #2; Saratoga (WY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a passionate Music Teacher to inspire students at the middle and high school levels. This role offers a chance to shape young minds through music education while being part of a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to create a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and collaboration among students. Join a team that values professional development and provides competitive benefits, ensuring you can focus on what matters most—teaching and guiding the next generation of musicians. If you are ready to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Individual or Family Medical and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance

Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Bereavement Leave

Vision Service Plan

Wyoming Retirement Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be Wyoming Certified as a Music Teacher for grades 6-12.
• Experience in band and choir is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging music instruction to middle and high school students.
• Implement the instructional program according to district policies.

Skills

Music Education

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Wyoming Teaching Certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Music
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/24/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Saratoga Middle High School
  
  

Carbon County School District No. 2

2025/2026 School Year

MUSIC TEACHER – SARATOGA MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL

(Position is in Saratoga, Wyoming)

• Must be Wyoming Certified as a Music Teacher
• Grade 6-12, Band/Choir
• Fulltime contract; benefit package offered
• Salary based on experience and additional appropriate college transcript hours

Open until filled

Carbon County School District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer Come join us as we prepare students for the 21st Century with engaging, challenging, and innovative instruction.

Reasons you should join the Carbon County School District #2 team:

1. Great Fringe Benefits:
   • Individual or Family Medical and Dental Insurance
   • District pays full premium of $15,000 Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance, additional optional life insurance available
   • 6 days Sick Leave, accumulative
   • 6 days Personal Leave, if not used will turn into sick days
   • 5 days Bereavement Leave, non-accumulative
   • Vision Service Plan available
   • Wyoming Retirement 18.62%, District pays 14.94%/employee pays 3.68%
   • Optional 403b or 457b Deferred Comp Retirement Plan offered
2. Competitive Salary Schedule: (Depending on Experience/Education)
3. Supportive Collaborative Team Environment: through the Professional Learning Collaboration (PLC) process across entire district (3 middle/high schools, 5 elementary schools)
4. Small class sizes in supportive communities
5. Great Professional Development opportunities: district pays for many PD opportunities (through application & approval process)
6. High Achieving extracurricular activities: (3 various High Schools) 2020, 2021,2022 State Cross Country Champions; 2019, 2021 Six Man Football State Runner-ups; 2020 State Boys Basketball Champions; 2017 State Champion Girls Basketball; 2016 State Champion Volleyball; National Qualifiers in FBLA and FCCLA
7. Community Activities:
   • North Platte River flows through the town of Saratoga-Where the Trout Leap in Main Street
   • Saratoga Lake-home of annual ice fishing derby, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding.
   • The Platte Valley is located between the Snowy Range and Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges- great hiking, big game hunting, mountain biking, fishing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and camping.
   • Natural Hot Springs
   • Excellent restaurants
8. Location:
   • Located in South Eastern Wyoming; close to Laramie, Cheyenne
   • Just 3 hours from Denver, Colorado

Job Description:
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must satisfy all Wyoming regulations for eligibility and teacher certification.
2. Such other qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The Teacher, under normal circumstances, will be elected by the Board no later than April 15. Contract/Extra Duty terms shall be established by the Board. Salary and fringe benefits shall be as adopted by the Board for certified staff.
REPORTS TO: Assigned Administrator
JOB GOAL: Provide the instruction necessary to empower all students to succeed in a changing world, as outlined in the District’s Mission Statement.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Implement the instructional program according to Board policy.
2. Provide instruction to students in the curricular performance standards (outcomes) and provide correctives and enrichments as appropriate.
3. Be familiar with and follow all District and building rules, policies, and procedures.
4. Provide a nurturing and safe learning environment. Support and assist in maintaining order and discipline.
5. Accurately prepare and submit all required reports.
6. Report any serious accident, illness, or suspected harassment or abuse affecting any student.
7. Attend staff meetings, participate in District and building curriculum and in-service programs as directed by the Principal.
8. Be prepared for daily lessons and provide lesson plans when requested by the Principal.
9. Participate in the selection of instructional materials.
10. Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and ethics.
11. Maintain appropriate confidentiality when entrusted with privileged information.
12. Communicate with Assigned Administrator on a regular basis.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform such other appropriate duties as may be assigned by the assigned administrator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

1. Requires driving skills.
2. Requires prolonged travel.

Carbon County School District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer