Band Teacher, 5-12 (1.0) Aitkin School District # 1

Band Teacher, 5-12 (1.0) Aitkin School District # 1 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 306 2nd Street NW, Aitkin, MN 56431 Full-time Aitkin Public Schools 4 reviews

Full-time JobID:

7709

Position Type:

High School Teaching/ Music -

Band Date Posted:

5/19/2026

Location:

Aitkin High School Date Available:

2026-2027

School Year Closing Date:

Until Filled District:

Aitkin Public Schools Aitkin School District #1 is searching for a 1.0 FTE 5-12 band teacher to start in August of the 2026-27 school year. The full-time position serves the students in Grades 5-12 . A Minnesota Teacher Certification is required in Instrumental and classroom music 5-12. The band instructor must be well organized, creative and be able to instruct students in the concert, jazz and pep band along with middle school general music education classes. The selected applicant will be responsible for directing the elementary, middle and high school grade level bands. The Aitkin School District Band/Choir programs have access to a large auditorium that will seat up to 750 guests along with large classrooms. The main classroom is equipped with a LDC projector and Apple TV, and three practice rooms. The district is currently using the (LMS) Learning Management System called Canvas to enhance and deliver classroom instruction. Please complete the Applitract application in the link below and attach a cover letter, resume, application and credentials, and 3 letters of recommendation. Aitkin School District expectations of staff: Build relationships and making sure everyone is welcome, has a sense of belonging and is valued. A commitment to student achievement by honoring interests, individuality and high quality education. Celebrate and encourage innovation and creativity. A commitment to high standards, expectations, and accountability.

Qualifications:

MN teaching license Strong classroom management skills Effective communication skills Ability to build successful relationships with students, parents and staff. Aitkin Public Schools mission is to empower students to be life-long learners and productive citizens by developing high expectations and student achievement in a safe and friendly learning environment. Aitkin Schools covers a large portion of Aitkin County in northern Minnesota. The city of Aitkin offers a friendly, small town atmosphere with larger cities nearby. Our area offers a wide variety of outdoor family opportunities. We are 15 miles north of Mille Lacs Lake. Aitkin county is home to over 365 lakes, many within minutes of the city of Aitkin. We also have the Mississippi and Ripple Rivers that flow through our community which provide a variety of boating possibilities. Aitkin county is also known for some of the most scenic wildlife trails in Minnesota. We have a very good system of snowmobile and atv trails. We are within minutes of a number of outstanding golf courses as well. The city of Aitkin has a wonderful park located on the Ripple River that families throughout the area enjoy on a regular basis. Aitkin is home to the Riverwood Healthcare facility with over 60 physicians, specialists and surgeons. The city of Aitkin is also the home of the Aitkin County seat. Why just visit Aitkin when you can live and work here year around? "

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