Kindergarten Music Teacher - Part time

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Music Date Posted: 5/8/2026 Location: Central Elementary Date Available: 08/01/2026 THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY POSITION DESCRIPTION Title: ClassroomTeacher K-6 Department: Elementary Date: Updated January 31, 2022 FLSA Status: Exempt Work Year: Academic Calendar Full-Time Salary: $47,978.56 - $51,920.54* (actual salary will be adjusted for 0.12 FTE) *depending upon previous relevant experience. Actual starting pay rate will be determined after a review of the work experience provided on the job application and resume. Teacher Tier System document: TCA Teacher Pay System document 2026-27 $1200 Welcome Bonus* *Pro-rated by FTE. Bonus will be added to October 2026 paycheck, provided the candidate has completed all Human Resources requirements. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Implements a school program which encourages a positive learning environment and supports The Classical Academy's mission statement and Core Values. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Building Principal The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Creates a positive atmosphere in the classroom to help ensure success for individual student learningCreates and follows a plan for classroom managementModels and instructs virtuous character traitsDevelops curriculum and lesson plans in line with The Classical Academy philosophyCreates and administers assessments to monitor progress and prepares participation reports twice a year for parentsModels and instructs virtuous character traits and promotes growth in wisdom, virtue, and compassion in self and studentsFollows curriculum and lesson plans in alignment with The Classical Academy philosophyCreates and administers assessments to monitor progressWorks with parents to ensure success for each student in the classroomCommunicates regularly with parents for class announcements, assignments, special days, programs, etc. in the form of a blog or newsletterCommunicates progress with parents and works together to ensure tasks are completedAttends meetings, conferences, and in-services as requiredPrepares and participates in RtI, PST and SPED meetings as neededCoordinates special events and field trips to enrich curriculum MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Serves on various committees such as curriculum and planning committeesPerforms additional duties such as recess monitor, lunchroom monitor, or carpool monitor, as neededSupports and enforces TCA policies and expectations such as uniform & attendance policiesCollaborates with other classroom teachers within grade level MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required Must meet TCA requirements for highly qualified elementary teacher EXPERIENCE: Experience teaching in an elementary classroom setting is preferred ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Complete Spalding training (provided)Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR, First Aid and Medical certification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of The Classical Academy's educational philosophy, Core Values, The Titan Creed, procedures, and rulesKnowledge of basic materials for grade level or subject areaAbility to be flexible and patient in work demandsAbility to assist students in assigned areasAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and visitors to the schoolAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with visitors in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to maintain confidentialityDemonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a team settingEffective organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsPromotes a positive climate, culture, and communityStudent-centered and relationship-focusedUnderstanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational communityAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, supervisors, other teachers, and volunteersAbility to provide a warm and caring attitude toward students, parents, and staffAbility to work well with students and parents from diverse backgrounds or populationsAbility to analyze assessment data and to differentiate instruction based on analysis of data and knowledge of effective instructional strategies/methods SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:StudentsParentsVolunteersSupport staffPeersSupervisorsGuest TeachersOther departmentsVisitors to the school Contacts are generally of a nature requiring disseminating and discussing routine information, but may occasionally involve sensitive issues or situations WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed in a classroom setting with occasional supervision duties such as recess, carpool, field trips, special activities, or lunchroomRequired to work normal school hours and other hours as needed PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.Typical demands will require employees to:Frequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of a computer, other office equipment, and writing utensilsSpend majority of work hours sitting and occasionally stand, walk, or drive while performing job duties.Frequently be involved in verbal and auditory interaction both interpersonally and through communication devicesOccasionally lift/carry burdens weighing up to 35 lbs. and push/pull burdens weighing up to 100 lbs.Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, and balance while working or helping students COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive: The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills. BENEFITS: 0.1 to 0.49 FTE:RETIREMENT PLAN: Administered by Colorado PERA, this is a tax deferred retirement account to which you contribute 11% of your monthly earnings. TCA contributes 20.9% to the PERA pension trust fund on your behalf.TIME OFF COMPENSATION: An employee with 0.1-0.49 FTE will receive 1.0 Staff Leave. For positions less than 1.0 FTE, leave time will be prorated based on FTE. Our leave program is fully compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Workplace Act.PRIORITY ENROLLMENT STATUS: Children of staff members 0.4 FTE and above receive priority enrollment of their child/children at The Classical Academy.Staff Appreciation Meals and Events Conditions of Employment: Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her/his legal right to be employed in the United States. The Classical Academy does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).