Full-Time Elementary Music Teacher

Job Title : Grammar (Elementary) Music Teacher Location: 341 East Wildcat Reserve Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
The estimate represents the typical salary range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include the candidate's education, years of experience in classical Christian education, and specific skills in comparison to other employees already in the role. Why join Arma Dei Academy?
Arma Dei Academy raises the standards beyond what our culture expects by training students to reason, discern, and aspire.
It is difficult to find a school that maintains excellent academic standards while building a strong biblical foundation. Arma Dei Academy provides both! A classical Christian education teaches students how to think and not just what to think. We encourage thoughtful, intelligent faith and help students pursue excellence with humility. We partner with parents to help children thrive and flourish intellectually & spiritually.
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Health and dental insurance (Full-Time Only)
Short-term and long-term disability (Full-Time Only)
Life insurance (Full-Time Only)
Advanced degree reimbursement
Retirement plan
Faculty Members at Arma Dei Academy collaborate closely with Grade Level Teachers, Department Leads, and Deans to provide an excellent classical and Christian education founded upon a biblical worldview which equips students to live purposefully and intelligently in service to God and others.
Your Role as a Music Educator

Demonstrates consistent application and implementation of classical pedagogy within the classroom, including poetry, chants, jingles, songs, and the classical tools of the Trivium in mimetic and Socratic teaching.
Collaborates through monthly meetings and seeks assistance and direction from the Grade Level or Discipline Lead as needed.
Understands course scope, sequence, and materials, help teacher include curricular pacing and implementation.
Collaborates with Grade Level or Discipline Lead and School Dean, ensuring alignment and consistency in pacing, behavior systems, projects and special events within the grade level.
Ensures quality and timely dissemination of information to students and parents through established systems.
Informs and educates parents in the classical Christian education model as opportunities arise.
Establishes manageable class routines to accomplish basic tasks, such as taking attendance, daily cleaning schedules, materials storage, distribution, etc.
brainstorms possible classroom interventions, implements recommended next steps for progress and follows published Academic Support Policy.
Utilizes Canvas grade books and maintains up-to-date course homepages as required by the Dean of Academics.
Employs a variety of techniques in addition to formal testing, to measure and communicate a student's progress.
Ensures that report cards are an accurate reflection of teachers' professionalism by accurately communicating a student's performance, ability, and character.
Follows all published academy policies found in the Employee Handbook and Parent/Student Handbook.
Complete additional assigned duties, including but not limited to lunch, recess, carline, and homeroom supervision.
Contribute to all-school evening events such as Back-to-School Night, Recitation Night, and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
What It Takes to Inspire Through Music Education:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) preferred but not required-we welcome candidates with relevant experience and a passion for teaching music.
Previous experience teaching music at the elementary level is also preferred.
Spiritually vibrant Christian displaying Christ-centered servant leadership that integrates faith and work in a spirit of humility.
Classical Christian Education experience preferred.
Finds joy in sharing the gift of music with students and embraces the rhythms and responsibilities of the classroom with enthusiasm and dedication.
Brings an excellent, thoughtful, and approachable communication style, both in writing and verbal.
All applicants are required to complete the full application questionnaire in order to be considered. Thoughtful responses are an important part of how we assess readiness for the role and alignment with the mission and culture of Arma Dei Academy.
In addition, please note that professional references are required as part of the application process. If you are ready to help students discover the beauty, discipline, and joy found in music, we'd love to hear from you.