K-8 Music Teacher: General & Ensemble Programs

Paramus Public Schools; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tenure track

Job summary

Paramus Public Schools in Paramus, NJ, seeks a Teacher of Music for elementary and middle school grades. The role includes general music for pre-K to grade 4 and two days weekly of Grade 5–8 General Music in the middle school, starting in the 2026-2027 year.

This tenure-track, full-time position offers health insurance benefits. Certification in New Jersey Music Education is required, with preference for directing ensembles. Relocation or NJ resident required; background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• New Jersey Teacher of Music Certification.
• Elementary and/or Middle School Music education preferred.
• Experience directing ensembles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach general music to students in pre-K to grade 4, and provide small group instruction to students in the 4th-grade band, orchestra, and choir programs.
• Two days per week will include teaching Grade 5-8 General Music within the middle school.
• Build a school and classroom culture that fosters interest in music and the arts.

Skills

Music instruction

Ensemble direction

Collaboration

Education

New Jersey Teacher of Music Certification

Job description

Paramus Public Schools in Paramus, NJ, seeks a Teacher of Music for elementary and middle school grades. The role includes general music for pre-K to grade 4 and two days weekly of Grade 5–8 General Music in the middle school, starting in the 2026-2027 year.

This tenure-track, full-time position offers health insurance benefits. Certification in New Jersey Music Education is required, with preference for directing ensembles. Relocation or NJ resident required; background checks are mandatory.