Teacher Elementary - Music K-5th Vocal Music

Teacher Elementary

• Music K-5th Vocal Music 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Jefferson County, CO $56,085
• $75,142 a year
• Full-time Jeffco Public Schools 259 reviews $56,085
• $75,142 a year
• Full-time

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years. Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver. Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us! Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Weber Elementary School, home of the Eagles, is a magnificent school with a strong sense of community that serves some 330 students, K-5, in the North Arvada area of Jefferson County. Our staff members are committed to meeting the unique needs of every child, including our students with severe needs in a center-based program, and we collectively take responsibility for educating all students, our students. We are, in fact, E.A.G.L.E.S.: Educators Affecting Growth and Learning for Every Student. Our talented, dedicated professionals stand poised, with a shared vision, to serve our beloved community in the name of student learning. One of our main strategies for being able to help students succeed is our identity as a professional learning community, or PLC. As a PLC, we work in teams to accomplish numerous goals, including identifying and leveraging children's strengths, empowering students to be active participants in their education, tracking the progress of all pupils, and reflecting on our own practices to ensure that we are employing effective, research-based strategies to help all students thrive academically, physically, socially, and emotionally. With children at the center of all decisions, we operate interdependently to promote student achievement and to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all. We do, in fact, live out on a daily basis our school mission of creating possibilities, elevating community, and celebrating learning. Weber is special-a school that has a neighborhood feel while also preparing students for a world beyond their "neighborhood."

ABOUT YOU

Student-centered individual who focuses on the needs of the whole child and addresses the needs of a range of learners. Utilizes relevant, high-quality, research-based instruction in the implementation of authentic tasks to enhance core classroom instruction. Contributes to a positive school climate and culture through collaboration, growth mindset, and strengths-based approaches. Serves as an ambassador for the school by providing excellent customer service to all stakeholders, contributing positively both to academic teams as well as to the larger school community. Strong classroom management skills, in the context of a welcoming environment, to create an atmosphere of learning that allows children to realize their greatest potential.

HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date:

08/11/2026 Teacher Elem•

Music Annual Position FLSA:

Exempt FTE:

1.00000 ,

Hours/Day:

8.000 ,

Days/Year:

185

Salary Plan, Grade, Step:

JCE

• Professional
• 185 days , L01, 1

Min-Mid Annual Salary Range:

$56,085.00

• $75,142.

00 Effective as of: 08-16-2025 Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.

RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

Responsible for the music education of students in grades K-5. This includes helping children grow in their understanding, enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences including singing, listening, moving to music, playing of instruments, creation, and evaluation of music.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Plan; teach skills and concepts; and assess and reflect utilizing the Jeffco Public Schools instructional model, music curriculum tools, and Colorado Academic Standards in music. Plan and provide a balanced instructional music program, using one or more elementary music instructional methodologies. Create a motivational classroom climate conducive to learning for all students. Select appropriate curriculum tools, music, books, and instructional aids to enhance learning. Guide students as they engage with and appreciate the arts and support them in becoming life-long creators. Provide differentiated instruction to help students build musical skills. Utilize a variety of age-appropriate repertoire. Seek out opportunities for professional growth in music; implement your learning in your practice; and reflect to allow for personal growth. Inventory and maintain school-owned music, musical instruments, and equipment in order to prevent loss or abuse. Make minor adjustments and/or request repairs to instruments as needed. Communicate with parents and school staff on student progress. Collaborate with district and articulation area colleagues to grow a thriving and active vocal music program from elementary to middle to high school. Collaborate with community members for the benefit of students. Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold a valid Colorado teaching license or authorization. Must meet content-area qualifications, which could include the appropriate license endorsement, degree in the content area and Colorado State Board of Education approved content exam.

EXPERIENCE

Instructional experience in a music classroom.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT

Strong personal musicianship. Effective communication skills. Ability to demonstrate and teach vocal and instrumental techniques and knowledge of pedagogy.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions Job Status:

Ongoing A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status. SALARY Jeffco Salary Schedules

BENEFITS

Jeffco Benefits

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.