Secondary Music Teacher

Secondary Music Teacher

Garfield County School District No. 16 – Grand Valley Middle School and Grand Valley High School, Parachute, CO.

Job : 5735355
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
Position Type: Certified Licensed
Pay Range: $45,000.00 – $84,112.00

The Secondary Music Teacher (Vocal Focus with some Instrumental) will serve both schools, delivering a comprehensive music program that includes vocal music, introductory instrumental instruction, and performance-based experiences. The role emphasizes vocal development while supporting foundational instrumental skills, music literacy, and student participation in concerts, theater, and school productions.

• Plan and deliver standards‑aligned music instruction across grades 6‑12 with a primary emphasis on vocal music.
• Teach proper vocal techniques, breathing, tone production, diction, and pitch accuracy.
• Direct and manage choirs at both the middle school and high school levels.
• Develop students’ music literacy, including rhythm, notation, sight‑reading, and interpretation.
• Teach 6th grade Music Fundamentals focusing on foundational musicianship and general music skills.
• Provide introductory instrumental instruction, including a strings class and basic ensemble development.
• Support and/or direct theater and music productions, including musical direction, rehearsals, and performances.
• Select and adapt diverse, developmentally appropriate repertoire for vocal and instrumental groups.
• Prepare students for concerts, performances, and community events at both schools.
• Assess student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varied student needs and skill levels.
• Manage music inventory, instruments, sheet music, and equipment across both sites.
• Coordinate schedules and responsibilities associated with a split assignment.
• Support extracurricular music opportunities as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, respectful learning environment that supports student engagement and belonging.
• Promote positive student behavior and reinforce expectations aligned with school‑wide practices.
• Ensure safe use, storage, and maintenance of musical instruments, equipment, and performance spaces.
• Monitor student well‑being and respond to social, emotional, and physical needs.
• Apply age‑appropriate strategies to support adolescent development, voice care, and performance confidence.
• Supervise students during rehearsals, performances, and transitions between spaces and campuses as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues across both schools to support student learning and school culture.
• Work with administration to coordinate schedules, performances, and shared program needs.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with students, families, and staff regarding expectations, progress, and events.
• Partner with theater staff, accompanists, and community members to support productions and performances.
• Participate in team meetings, professional learning communities, and school initiatives.
• Adhere to district policies, school procedures, and state and federal regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance progress.
• Fulfill assigned duties, including supervision, events, and extracurricular expectations.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning to strengthen instructional practice and content knowledge.
• Support district and school goals, including alignment to curriculum standards and evaluation frameworks.
• Manage time effectively across split assignment, including travel and scheduling between campuses.

• Strong vocal performance, conducting, and rehearsal techniques.
• Knowledge of vocal pedagogy, adolescent voice development, and choral methods.
• Foundational knowledge of instrumental instruction, particularly strings, and general music education.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging, standards‑based instruction across multiple grade levels.
• Skill in organizing and directing performances, including concerts and theater productions.
• Effective classroom management and student engagement strategies.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, particularly in a…