South Brunswick Public Schools

Elementary Music Teacher - General Music/Choir/Band/Jazz


Pay$64315.00 - $106150.00 / year
LocationMonmouth Junction/New Jersey
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 4660
    • Position Type:
      '); ' Elementary School Teaching/ Music - Instrumental

    • Date Posted:
      5/20/2025

    • Location:
      Brunswick Acres Elementary School

    • Date Available:
      09/01/2025

    • Closing Date:
      Until Filled

    • Teach K–3 general music, including full inclusion classes that serve both general education students and students with autism and other special needs. Early childhood-focused training, such as First Steps in Music, Music Together, Kodály, Orff, or similar approaches, is preferred.
    • Lead a third-grade choir.
    • Teach 4th and 5th grade bands and all instrumental band lessons.
    • Lead a before school auditioned Jazz Band ("Gifted and Talented Ensemble").
    • Potential to lead, direct, or assist with the elementary school musical, depending on the candidate's experience.

    • Description:
      The South Brunswick School District is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Elementary Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for a collaborative, dynamic, and talented music educator to join our award-winning Performing Arts Department. The ideal candidate will have a passion for inspiring young learners and a commitment to fostering a love of music.

      Responsibilities:

      • Teach K–3 general music, including full inclusion classes that serve both general education students and students with autism and other special needs. Early childhood-focused training, such as First Steps in Music, Music Together, Kodály, Orff, or similar approaches, is preferred.
      • Lead a third-grade choir.
      • Teach 4th and 5th grade bands and all instrumental band lessons.
      • Lead a before school auditioned Jazz Band ("Gifted and Talented Ensemble").
      • Potential to lead, direct, or assist with the elementary school musical, depending on the candidate's experience.

      We are proud of our thriving music program and are looking for an educator who can build upon that success by offering creative, inclusive instruction that engages a diverse group of students. Strong musicianship, effective classroom management, and a positive, motivational teaching style are essential for this role. The position also offers opportunities to collaborate with other music educators and contribute to the growth of the department.

      Education:
      NJ Teacher of Music certification.

      Terms of Employment:
      Base Salary: $64,315 - $106,150
      Employment Period: Ten (10) Months
      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.


  • About the company

      The district is classified by the New Jersey Department of Education as being in District Factor Group "I", the second-highest of eight groupings.

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