Band Teacher - Secondary Level

HIRING FOR 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Re-1 Valley School District is seeking a dynamic and passionate 6th - 12th grade Band Director to lead and grow our secondary instrumental music program. The ideal candidate will foster musical excellence, leadership, teamwork, and pride while building a comprehensive band program that serves students in middle and high school.

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.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY: $44,000 - $65,853 on Teacher Salary Schedule

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

WORK CALENDAR: 167 days

FTE: 1.0

Full-time with benefits; 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday)

To develop and direct a comprehensive 6‑12 instrumental music program that promotes musical growth, performance excellence, student leadership, and school/community engagement.

• Instruction & Program Development
  • Teach beginning, intermediate, and advanced band courses
  • Develop students' skills in tone production, technique, rhythm, sight‑reading, and ensemble performance
  • Align curriculum with Colorado Academic Standards
  • Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
  • Integrate music theory, history, and appreciation into instruction
• Marching Band & Performances
  • Direct and coordinate marching band rehearsals and performances
  • Plan and conduct concerts, festivals, parades, athletic events, and community performances
  • Prepare students for league and state‑level events
  • Coordinate logistics including travel, uniforms, equipment, and scheduling
• Leadership & Student Development
  • Foster teamwork, discipline, and pride in performance
  • Develop student leadership structures (section leaders, drum majors, etc.)
  • Promote positive school culture through music
• Program Management
  • Maintain inventory of instruments, uniforms, and equipment
  • Assist in budgeting and purchasing decisions
  • Recruit and retain students in the band program
  • Maintain accurate records and grading
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Communicate regularly with parents, administration, and staff
  • Collaborate with music and arts colleagues
  • Participate in professional development
• Professional Responsibilities
  • Maintain current licensure
  • Participate in professional development
  • Support district and building improvement initiatives
  • RE‑1 Valley employees shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct toward information and information technology, students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community. In conscientiously conducting his or her affairs, the employee shall exemplify the highest standards of professional commitment.

• Strong instrumental conducting and rehearsal techniques
• Knowledge of marching band design and coordination
• Ability to organize large events and manage logistics
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Commitment to building a positive and inclusive program

• Classroom, rehearsal, performance, and outdoor marching settings
• Evening and weekend performances required
• Travel for competitions and festivals

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Education or related field preferred and will be given first consideration
• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsement or have licensure application in process (Additional coursework required for eligibility toward a Colorado Teacher License is required or must be completed within an agreed‑upon timeframe)
• Currently hold a Colorado Substitute…