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• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Music - Vocal
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/27/2025
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/06/2025
  
  

Caliche Schools is committed to creating challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development, and social-emotional well-being. Caliche Schools is a rural school located in northeastern Colorado. We provide a unique opportunity as a preschool through twelfth-grade school. We offer students a variety of extracurricular opportunities in Athletics, Band, Theater, FBLA, FFA, NHS, and our unique leadership program. Our motto, “Once a Buffalo, Always a Buffalo,” is as genuine today as it was when the school was founded.

Position Title: Teacher-Music Elementary

Position Start Date: August 6th, 2025

Position Type: Teachers-Licensed

FTE: 1.0 - 32- 40 hours per week

Work Schedule: 167 (based on the 24-25 school year)

Position Goal:
To develop in each student an appreciation of the art of music as part of the general culture; to teach techniques of vocal and/or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of students in the field of music; to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate learning experiences and teach the course of study as outlined by the District approved curriculum; utilize innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students; and plan and develop an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom using the approved District instructional model and adhering to state and school district curriculum guidelines.
• Utilize data-driven instructions to improve student learning; assess student proficiency using formal and informal assessment tools; differentiate assessments based on individual needs; provide timely feedback and targeted interventions; plan and consistently deliver instruction that draws on results of student assessments; anticipate student misconceptions and plan lessons accordingly; report grades.
• Create and foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment in which all students see themselves represented in the classroom and understand the behavioral expectations; implement procedures and routines that maximize student learning; respectfully respond to student misconduct using restorative practices; actively seek a variety of perspectives; demonstrate mutual respect for peers and adults in a variety of contexts; and communicate and involve parent/guardians in all aspects of their child’s education.
• Develop positive relationships with parents/families; encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents; provide proactive, clear, and constructive feedback to families about student progress and work collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students; and foster two-way communication with families.
• Exhibit a growth mindset through participation in high-quality professional learning; actively participate in the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of new strategies and techniques.
• Participate in reflective dialogue with colleagues, focused on student learning, to enhance student learning and utilize shared values and norms to facilitate discussions in which all participants have a voice and contribute to the common goal.
• Collaborate with special education and GT teachers to provide students with meaningful inclusion and extension opportunities.
• Act ethically and professionally in personal conduct, relationships with others, decision-making, and collaboration; place children at the center of education and accept responsibility for each student’s academic success and well-being.
• Supervise students in the classroom, halls, recess, before/after school duty, etc., and enforce safety and security standards set by the District.
• Inspire wonder and joy for learning and build appropriate relationships for life-long learning.
• Teach skills in music appreciation, explorations in introductory vocal and instrumental music (i.e. violin, ukulele, recorder, etc), to primary elementary students. Use courses of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Plan a balanced music program and organize daily class time, so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Provide individual and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Use repertoire of all types of music literature including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
• Control the storage and use of school-owned property; make minor adjustments and request repairs to instruments as required.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to provide an orderly and productive environment during practice, group rehearsals and musical performances.
• Evaluate each student's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.
• Plan, rehearse and direct students in musical programs for school and community. Apply knowledge of district procedures and limitations set on performances.
• Select and requisition books, musical instruments and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Administer group standardized tests according to the district testing program.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, emotional and learning problems.
• Cooperate with school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies and civic functions.
• Participate in curriculum and other development programs.
• Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.
• Provide direction, supervision, and evaluation of paraprofessional as directed.
• Knowledgeable about classroom practice in order to successfully facilitate the learning environment and manage time, communications, and record-keeping procedures that will support and enhance student learning.
• Chooses alternative teaching strategies and materials to achieve different curricular purposes.
• Collects data on individual student achievement and is accountable for each child's learning.
• Shall be knowledgeable about student electronic databases and grading software.
• Is responsible for reviewing and applying individualized education programs, individual literacy plans, or advanced learning plans.
• Shall be skilled in technology and is knowledgeable about using technology to support instruction and enhance student learning to individualize instruction.
• Maintains records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations in a timely and confidential manner.
• Demonstrates professional cooperative relationships with others.
• Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Upholds all policies, rules and regulations, standards, and expectations that may be established by the state and federal authorities, RE-1 Valley School District, and immediate supervisor.
• Follow State legal requirements, RE 1 Valley School District, and building policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in the content area or enrolled in a program leading towards obtaining such degree.

Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in Elementary Music Educationor a valid Colorado Substitute Teaching License and enrolled in a program working toward alternative licensure(must upload license or in process documentation to application).

Completed and submitted online application.

A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in Caliche Schools.

A current professional resume.

• Three current professional letters of reference.

If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado.

• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Benefits & Eligibility:

RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:

Employer-paid health insurance.

Optional dental and vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Follow helpful link below for more insurance information

https://www.re1valleyschools.org/o/re-1-valley-school-district/page/insurance

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Notation:
All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District’s website.

RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools and two preschools and serves approximately 1,900 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday).

RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations and interaction among students, parents and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information including updated job postings and salary schedules.

RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Postings current as of 3/6/2025 5:28:06 AM CST.