Replacement Music Teacher - Elementary (General/Vocal/Strings)

Replacement Music Teacher - Elementary (General/Vocal/Strings) JobID: 4896 Position Type Elementary School Teaching/Music - Instrumental Date Posted 4/21/2026 Location Indian Fields Elementary School Date Available 09/01/2026 Closing Date Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Description The South Brunswick School District seeks a student-centered Elementary Music Teacher for a full-year leave replacement during the 20262027 school year. The successful candidate will deliver engaging general music instruction aligned to state standards and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can develop foundational musical skills. Responsibilities include teaching general music across grade levels, leading basic choral and instrumental experiences, and providing occasional small-group instruction as needed. The position supports a well-established program, and we are seeking a dependable educator who can maintain continuity of instruction while contributing to a positive and musically meaningful learning experience for students. General Music 3rd-5th Grade General Music Choral Ensembles 3rd Grade Choir 4th/5th Grade Choir Instrumental Music Beginning Orchestra Advanced Orchestra Small-group instrumental string lessons Additional Responsibilities Rehearsing and conducting winter and spring concerts Planning engaging, standards-aligned lessons Assessing student progress and maintaining grading records Collaborating with colleagues and supporting school-wide music initiatives Qualifications NJ Teacher of Music Certification and/or substitute certification. 2026 2027 Terms of Employment Yearly Base Salary: $67,380.00 70,580.00 Employment Period: 9/1/2026 - 6/30/2027 Union Affiliation: SBEA Benefits Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefits. The South Brunswick School District offers a competitive salary, paid professional development opportunities, competitive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, and enrollment in the New Jersey Division of Pension and Benefits. Application Procedure All applicants must complete and submit an on-line application. The application is used as the primary source of information regarding an applicant, and for that reason, it is important the application contains the most up-to-date information. Applicants will receive an email confirmation after the successful submission of a completed application. Applicants selected for an interview will be personally contacted. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to schedule an interview for every applicant.