Elementary School Teaching: Music Teacher

Elementary School Teaching/Music - Instrumental
Elementary School
Licensed teacher: $47,613-$87,628 annually, depending on experience and education
The South Routt School District is designated "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Dept. of Education for the last three years .

The SOROCO Middle School has earned the John Irwin School of Excellence for the past two years, as well as the MS Governor's Distinguished Improvement award for the past four years.
Our District Mission is to develop career-connected, community-based, and academically prepared students in a safe environment. We strive to be the best small school district in Colorado, meeting the academic, social-emotional and future needs of our students.
The South Routt Elementary and Pre-school are located in Yampa, CO and the SOROCO Middle and High Schools are located in Oak Creek, CO. With an average of 350-400 students, Pre-K thru 12th grade, teachers at South Routt schools enjoy small class sizes and more personable teaching experiences.
Qualifications for teaching positions can include:

of Education (CDE) Teaching License; Transferred Teaching License from another state; Bachelor's Degree and a CDE Alternative License; Applicable work experience and a CDE Adjunct License.
For Substitutes, Para Professionals and Preschool Staff, HS education, experience with kids and work experience
Background checks are required for all school staff
100% paid health, dental and life insurance, with out-of-pocket options for dependent and supplemental plans

• PERA Retirement
• 4-day School week for students, Mon-Thurs
• Work calendars are 169 days per school year. For the 2026-27 school year, runs Aug 17, 2026 through May 22, 2027.
• Retention bonus paid in April and June each year at about 4-5% of gross wages paid to date
• In Spring, Summer and Fall we have the most beautiful hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing and full enjoyment of nature; Elementary Music Teacher Job Description 7.29.26.pdf