Position Type: High School Teaching/ Music - Band
Date Posted: 2/17/2026
Location: Glenwood Springs High School
Date Available: August 2026
Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world.
Position:
Band Director School Year:
2026-2027 Location:
Glenwood Springs High School Reports to:
Glenwood Springs High School Principal Classification:
Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week) Contract Period:
185 working days.
Salary Range
$54,000 to $83,500 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience) The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1.0) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule
Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include, paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide
With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Glenwood Springs sits in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley—an area of striking natural beauty and year-round outdoor opportunity. Skiing, biking, hiking, and rafting are minutes from the school. For a musician who wants both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life, it is hard to imagine a better setting.
Glenwood Springs High School is a comprehensive public high school of about 1,000 students, known for academic rigor, strong arts programs, and a clear mantra: Changing Students' Real-Life Chances. We are looking for a Band Director who will embrace that mantra and help our students make music at the highest level.
Position Overview This is a well-established, high-energy program with ambitious students and a strong tradition. Our musicians range from beginners taking their first steps to highly accomplished performers pursuing Honor Band and All-State opportunities. They are serious about their craft and eager for a mentor, role model, and joyful, demanding musician who will take them to the next level.
The Program Current offerings include:
Wind Ensemble
Symphonic Band
Percussion Ensemble
Beginning Band
After-school drumline (with dedicated coach)
Enrollment and interest are growing each semester. Storage rooms are full of instruments and equipment; the next director will inherit a well-resourced program ready to develop further.
The Support The position comes with supportive administration, a collaborative faculty, and strong community backing for the arts. Jazz Aspen Snowmass provides exceptional partnership support, including:
Free private lessons for students
Faculty assistance and visiting artists
Instrument repair and program support
This is a school and community that values music and wants the band program to flourish.
The Person We are looking for a skilled and experienced educator—ideally with several years teaching middle and/or high school instrumental music—who combines excellent classroom management with musical expertise and a clear sense of purpose.
The successful candidate will:
Be a strong conductor and teacher of instrumental technique
Build relationships with students rooted in high expectations and warmth
Sustain and extend a culture of musical excellence and inclusion
Work collaboratively with colleagues and feeder programs
See this not simply as a job but as a place to build a life and career
Education and Licensing Guidelines
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Active Colorado teacher license, authorization, or the ability to obtain
K-12 Music Endorsement, or ability to obtain
Official transcripts must be provided upon hire. For international transcripts, an evaluation is required through a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Visa candidates: An initial (3-year) license is the minimum requirement for employment offers
Physical Requirements
May include standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.
We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!
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Date Posted: 2/17/2026
Location: Glenwood Springs High School
Date Available: August 2026
Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world.
Position:
Band Director School Year:
2026-2027 Location:
Glenwood Springs High School Reports to:
Glenwood Springs High School Principal Classification:
Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week) Contract Period:
185 working days.
Salary Range
$54,000 to $83,500 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience) The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1.0) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule
Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include, paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide
With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Glenwood Springs sits in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley—an area of striking natural beauty and year-round outdoor opportunity. Skiing, biking, hiking, and rafting are minutes from the school. For a musician who wants both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life, it is hard to imagine a better setting.
Glenwood Springs High School is a comprehensive public high school of about 1,000 students, known for academic rigor, strong arts programs, and a clear mantra: Changing Students' Real-Life Chances. We are looking for a Band Director who will embrace that mantra and help our students make music at the highest level.
Position Overview This is a well-established, high-energy program with ambitious students and a strong tradition. Our musicians range from beginners taking their first steps to highly accomplished performers pursuing Honor Band and All-State opportunities. They are serious about their craft and eager for a mentor, role model, and joyful, demanding musician who will take them to the next level.
The Program Current offerings include:
Wind Ensemble
Symphonic Band
Percussion Ensemble
Beginning Band
After-school drumline (with dedicated coach)
Enrollment and interest are growing each semester. Storage rooms are full of instruments and equipment; the next director will inherit a well-resourced program ready to develop further.
The Support The position comes with supportive administration, a collaborative faculty, and strong community backing for the arts. Jazz Aspen Snowmass provides exceptional partnership support, including:
Free private lessons for students
Faculty assistance and visiting artists
Instrument repair and program support
This is a school and community that values music and wants the band program to flourish.
The Person We are looking for a skilled and experienced educator—ideally with several years teaching middle and/or high school instrumental music—who combines excellent classroom management with musical expertise and a clear sense of purpose.
The successful candidate will:
Be a strong conductor and teacher of instrumental technique
Build relationships with students rooted in high expectations and warmth
Sustain and extend a culture of musical excellence and inclusion
Work collaboratively with colleagues and feeder programs
See this not simply as a job but as a place to build a life and career
Education and Licensing Guidelines
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Active Colorado teacher license, authorization, or the ability to obtain
K-12 Music Endorsement, or ability to obtain
Official transcripts must be provided upon hire. For international transcripts, an evaluation is required through a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Visa candidates: An initial (3-year) license is the minimum requirement for employment offers
Physical Requirements
May include standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.
We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!
#J-18808-Ljbffr