What are the responsibilities and job description for the Band Teacher - Secondary Level position at RE-1 Valley School District?
- 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
- 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
- Foster teamwork, discipline, and pride in performance
- Develop student leadership structures (section leaders, drum majors, etc.)
- Promote positive school culture through music
- 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
- Communicate regularly with parents, administration, and staff
- Collaborate with music and arts colleagues
- Participate in professional development
- 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 Teaching License if Teacher License is not completed
- Demonstrated experience in instrumental instruction
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Experience directing marching band preferred
- Bilingual Skills preferred
- Candidates: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/re1valley/onlineapp/
- Completed and submitted online application.
- A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position.
- A current, professional resume.
- Three current professional letters of reference.
- Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.
- Employer-paid health insurance.
- Optional dental and vision insurance.
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans
JobID: 2279
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Music - Band
High School Teaching/Music - Band
Date Posted:
3/6/2026
3/6/2026
Location:
Caliche Jr/Sr High School
Caliche Jr/Sr High School
Date Available:
08/10/2026
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
4/15/26 or until filled
4/15/26 or until filled
**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)
Position Summary
To develop and direct a comprehensive 612 instrumental music program that promotes musical growth, performance excellence, student leadership, and school/community engagement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Instruction & Program Development
Marching Band & Performances
Leadership & Student Development
Program Management
Collaboration & Communication
Professional Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working Conditions
Education & Experience
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and the Colorado Teacher Evaluation System.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: see attached link
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions - CLICK HERE
Application and Selection Procedure:
If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado.
Benefits & Eligibility:
RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:
Follow helpful link below for more insurance information
Insurance Information - CLICK HERE
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Notation:
All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website.
RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools and two preschools and serves approximately 1,910 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday).
RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations and interaction among students, parents and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information including updated job postings and salary schedules.
Caliche Elementary and Caliche Jr/Sr High School, located outside Iliff, CO, are a part of RE-1 Valley School District. The District Administration Center is located in Sterling, CO (Logan County) in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 13,900, in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, access to medical care and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the Front Range (I-25 corridor).
RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Salary : $44,000 - $65,853