Elementary Music Teacher - Classical Christian School

Position Overview
Elementary Music Teacher - Classical Christian School

Highlands Ranch, CO | Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM

Salary: $45,000-$65,000 annually

Starting salary is based on education, experience, classical Christian education background, and internal equity. Most new hires begin in the lower half of the salary range.

Do you believe music has the power to inspire, shape character, and glorify God?
Arma Dei Academy is seeking a passionate Elementary Music Teacher to cultivate a love of music while integrating biblical truth and Classical Christian education into every lesson.

This is an exciting opportunity to help students develop musical skills, creativity, and confidence while serving in a Christ-centered school community committed to academic excellence and spiritual formation.

At Arma Dei Academy, we believe education should develop both wisdom and virtue. Through a Classical Christian model, we partner with families to equip students to think critically, love what is true, and live faithfully.

As a faculty member, you'll join a collaborative community of educators who are passionate about academic excellence, discipleship, and helping students flourish.

• Competitive salary
• Health & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Advanced Degree Reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, mission-driven faculty community

As our Elementary Music Teacher, you'll introduce students to the joy and discipline of music while supporting their academic, artistic, and spiritual development.

Your responsibilities include:

• Teach engaging elementary music classes using a Classical Christian approach
• Integrate biblical truth throughout music instruction
• Incorporate singing, rhythm, movement, poetry, chants, and age‑appropriate music theory into daily lessons
• Foster creativity, musical appreciation, and confidence in every student
• Maintain a structured, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Assess student growth and communicate progress with families
• Collaborate with grade‑level teachers, department leaders, and school administration
• Utilize Canvas for grading and classroom communication
• Support student character development through biblical principles and respectful classroom expectations
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school‑wide events
• Assist with supervision duties including lunch, recess, carline, and homeroom as assigned

• Passion for teaching elementary music
• Strong musicianship and the ability to engage young learners
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• Commitment to the mission of Classical Christian education
• Spiritually mature Christian who models servant leadership and biblical values

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music, Education, or a related field
• Previous elementary music teaching experience
• Experience in a Classical Christian or faith‑based school
• Experience leading vocal or instrumental music programs

Teaching at Arma Dei Academy is more than leading music classes—it's an opportunity to shape hearts, minds, and lives through the beauty of music and the truth of God's Word.

You’ll work alongside a supportive faculty that values collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful relationships with students and families. Every lesson becomes an opportunity to cultivate creativity, excellence, and joyful worship while helping students develop skills they'll carry for a lifetime.

Applicants must complete the full application questionnaire to be considered. Thoughtful responses help us assess alignment with the mission, philosophy, and culture of Arma Dei Academy.

Professional references are also required as part of the hiring process.

If you're passionate about music, education, and helping students grow academically and spiritually, we'd love to hear from you. Join Arma Dei Academy and inspire the next generation through the gift of music.

USD $45,000.00 - USD $65,000.00 /Yr.