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)
 

Position Summary

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

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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

   

Working Conditions

• Classroom, rehearsal, performance, and outdoor marching settings
• Evening and weekend performances required

• Travel for competitions and festivals

   

Education & Experience

• 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

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:

• 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. 

If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado.

• 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. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:

• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans

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.