K-8 Music Teacher - .30 FTE at Mariposa County Unified School District and COE
Job Summary
Job Summary
Mariposa County Unified School District is seeking a passionate and collaborative .30 FTE K–8 Music Teacher to provide general music instruction to students at assigned K–8 school sites. This position will deliver engaging, standards-based music instruction that supports student learning, builds foundational music skills, and fosters an appreciation for music. The Music Teacher will work collaboratively with school site administration, teachers, and the Educational Services Department to support high-quality music instruction and the continued growth of the District’s music program. The District is considering multiple staffing configurations to meet the needs of its music program. This assignment may be combined with other available District music assignments depending upon candidate interest, qualifications, and District needs. We are seeking passionate applicants to fill a music position to serve students starting for the 2026-2027 school year. This positions are part of the Certificated Teacher Unit at MCUSD/MCOE and will be placed depending on experience and education on the Certificated Teacher Unit Employee Salary schedule. PLEASE NOTE THE 2026-27 SALARY SCHEDULE IS PENDING - SALARY IS CURRENTLY BASED ON THE 2025-26 SALARY SCHEDULE. A full job description is attached. All application-related communication, including application status updates and interview follow-up notifications, will be sent via email through EdJoin—please monitor your email and EdJoin account regularly.
Requirements / Qualifications
A complete application packet will include: >Letter of Introduction >Complete EdJoin Application >Professional Resume >Three Letters of CURRENT Professional Recommendation >Current/Valid California Single Subject Credential in Music or Band with EL Authorization (preliminary or intern eligible accepted) >Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required at time of hire) Incomplete application packets will NOT be considered. CURRENT MCUSD INTERNAL STAFF (excluding substitutes): If you are interested in this position please refer to "Links Related To This Job" and select the "MCUSD Internal Employee - Lateral/Promotional Transfer Request Form" or copy and paste this link to your web browser https://forms.gle/EZmqRE4VpJrYGN7N7
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Requirements / Qualifications
A complete application packet will include: >Letter of Introduction >Complete EdJoin Application >Professional Resume >Three Letters of CURRENT Professional Recommendation >Current/Valid California Single Subject Credential in Music or Band with EL Authorization (preliminary or intern eligible accepted) >Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required at time of hire) Incomplete application packets will NOT be considered. CURRENT MCUSD INTERNAL STAFF (excluding substitutes): If you are interested in this position please refer to "Links Related To This Job" and select the "MCUSD Internal Employee - Lateral/Promotional Transfer Request Form" or copy and paste this link to your web browser https://forms.gle/EZmqRE4VpJrYGN7N7
Please confirm that you have uploaded all required attachments listed in the job posting (for example: résumé, letters, transcripts, credentials, and any required disclosures). If you are unable to upload documents or receive error messages, please access the Help/Support section within your EdJoin account. Applications submitted without required documents may be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed.
Comments and Other Information
The Mariposa County Unified School District is considering multiple staffing configurations to meet the needs of its music program. This assignment may be combined with other available District music assignments depending upon candidate interest, qualifications, and District needs.
The Mariposa County Unified School District is located in Mariposa County and serves grades K-12. With approximately 1,700 students, the area consists of several necessary small schools, K-8 schools and one comprehensive high school. Mariposa County has several rural communities that surround Yosemite National Park and are centrally-located in California to provide a day's drive to old-growth forests, deserts, coastal communities and cities. The area is suited for those interested in outdoor activities and rural community life, including an Arts Council and Symphony Orchestra right here in the town of Mariposa!
THE MARIPOSA COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Mariposa County Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Marcia Miller, Deputy Superintendent/Title IX Coordinator; P.O. Box 8; Mariposa, CA 95338; (209)742-0250
Comments and Other Information
The Mariposa County Unified School District is considering multiple staffing configurations to meet the needs of its music program. This assignment may be combined with other available District music assignments depending upon candidate interest, qualifications, and District needs.
The Mariposa County Unified School District is located in Mariposa County and serves grades K-12. With approximately 1,700 students, the area consists of several necessary small schools, K-8 schools and one comprehensive high school. Mariposa County has several rural communities that surround Yosemite National Park and are centrally-located in California to provide a day's drive to old-growth forests, deserts, coastal communities and cities. The area is suited for those interested in outdoor activities and rural community life, including an Arts Council and Symphony Orchestra right here in the town of Mariposa!
THE MARIPOSA COUNTY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Mariposa County Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Marcia Miller, Deputy Superintendent/Title IX Coordinator; P.O. Box 8; Mariposa, CA 95338; (209)742-0250
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
8/25/2026
Contact
Amy Smith
2097420250 1209
2097420250 1209
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$56,256 - $99,865 Annually
$56,256 - $99,865 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary placement is depending on education & experience; prorated to FTE; additional masters & PhD stipends available)
Length of Work Year
185 days a year
Employment Type
Part Time