Teacher-Orchestra

Boulder Valley School District•BROOMFIELD, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Boulder Valley School District is hiring a temporary, 0.60 FTE Orchestra teacher at Broomfield High School in Broomfield, Colorado. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week, with a start date of January 27, 2027, through May 20, 2027. The teacher will deliver the District-approved course of study, support student achievement through innovative and differentiated instruction, and maintain an engaging, safe, inclusive learning environment. The role includes assessment and targeted support for student learning, family communication, collaboration with colleagues and specialists, professional learning, and student supervision. The position follows a 186-day work schedule, listed as 12 months. Compensation is placed according to experience and education; the posting lists BA, Lane A, with an additional 5% stipend for a master’s degree and 10% for a PhD.

Requirements

Currently hold a Colorado teaching license, or have a licensure application in process, with an appropriate Music endorsement; upload license or in-process documentation with the application.
Complete and submit the BVSD online application.
If hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, obtain the designation as required by applicable Colorado requirements.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive orchestra background, including instruments, literature, pedagogy, administration, inventory, and program planning.
Elementary and secondary orchestra teaching experience.
Proficiency with, or willingness to learn, web-based music technology tools.
Strong recruiting skills and the ability to maintain student enrollment in each program.
Commitment to maintaining and strengthening all aspects of the school music programs.

Responsibilities

Facilitate learning experiences and teach the course of study according to District-approved curriculum, using innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet students’ needs and motivate them.
Plan and develop an engaging, age-appropriate course of study consistent with the District instructional model and state and District curriculum guidelines.
Use a Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry model to improve student learning; assess student proficiency, differentiate assessments, provide timely feedback and targeted interventions, plan instruction based on assessment results, anticipate misconceptions, and report grades.
Create and foster a safe, inclusive, respectful learning environment where students see themselves represented and understand behavioral expectations; establish routines, respond respectfully to misconduct using restorative practices, seek varied perspectives, and demonstrate mutual respect.
Communicate with and involve parents and guardians in students’ education; provide proactive, clear, constructive feedback about progress and work collaboratively with families and significant adults.
Support a culture of equity and inclusion that values and understands diversity and culturally responsive practices; identify instructional barriers contributing to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented students.
Participate in high-quality professional learning and the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of strategies and techniques.
Participate in reflective dialogue with colleagues focused on student learning and use shared values and norms to support inclusive collaboration.
Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and GT teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and extension opportunities.
Act ethically and professionally, place children at the center of education, and accept responsibility for students’ academic success and well-being.
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, recess, and before- and after-school duty, and enforce District safety and security standards.
Follow state legal requirements, negotiated agreements, and District and building policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.