Elementary Music Teacher - Meadowlark

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Music

Date Posted:

2/17/2026

Location:

Meadowlark

Date Available:

08/14/2026

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Music Teacher - Meadowlark Elementary School

SCSD2 is seeking a positive, professional and motivated school teacher to join the Meadowlark Elementary team for the 2026/2027 school year.

SCSD2 offers temporary housing and a pre-k program based on availability.  to learn more about SCSD2 and Sheridan, Wyoming.

BENEFITS:
Full-time staff are eligible for Medical and Dental Insurance (free single coverage OR free family coverage when both spouses are employed by SCSD2), Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Medical and Dependent Care Flex Share Plans, and an Employee Pension through Wyoming Retirement System (employee pays 3.93%; SCSD2 pays 15.19%). Our salary schedule and benefits can be reviewed here.

STARTING SALARY: $54,000 - $87,600 (depending on experience and education).

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's Degree

* Meets all Wyoming state teacher certification requirements for content area/assignment

* Endorsement needed for this position:
Music K-6 (MU6)

* For more information on Wyoming certification, please visit  or call .

REPORTS TO:

Principal and/or Designated Supervisor

JOB GOAL:
To develop in each pupil an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; to teach techniques of vocal or instrumental music expression; to discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music; and to develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaches skills in music appreciation, harmony, explorations in music, and in instrumental music and/or choral music; uses the course of study adopted by the Board of Trustees and other appropriate learning activities.

* Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

* Plans a balanced music program and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.

* Provides individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

* Uses repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.

* Controls the storage and use of school-owned property; makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.

* Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.

* Evaluates each pupil's musical growth and performance, assessing each individual's contribution to the performance of the group.

* Plans, rehearses, and directs pupils in musical programs for school and community.

* Selects and requisitions books, musical instruments, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.

* Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.

* Identifies pupils needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

* Cooperates with the school administration in providing musical programs for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions.

* Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned.

* Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.

* Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.

* Maintains professional competence through in-service education provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities related to music.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Approximately 185 days; salary and fringe benefits to be set by the Board of Trustees.

Job category:
Certified

Exemption Status: exempt

Days/year: 187

Hours/day: 8

Insurance Eligibility:
Eligible

Contract position: yes

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.

Sheridan County School District No. 2 does not discriminate on the basis of economic status, intellectual ability, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, or religion in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA may be referred to Sheridan County School District No.

2:

Title IX Coordinator

Human Resource Director

201 N. Connor St.

Sheridan, WY 82801

Section 504 Coordinator

Special Services Director

201 N. Connor St.

Sheridan, WY 82801

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