Leave-Replacement Music & Arts Teacher (PreK–4)

Princeton Day School; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Day School seeks a Leave Replacement Music Teacher for Pre-K through Grade 4, starting December 2026 through June 2027. The role involves teaching daily music lessons, coordinating performances, and leading the Fourth Grade Operetta as Music Director.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Music Education (Master's preferred), with Orff/Kodály certifications encouraged and experience in elementary theatre and dance. Schedule is 8 hours daily, Mon-Fri, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education is required; Master's preferred.
• Level certification in Orff-Schulwerk and/or Kodály is recommended; piano skills helpful.
• Experience teaching elementary theatre and dance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach daily lessons for Pre-K through Grade 4, integrating Music, Theater, and Dance.
• Coordinate and lead concerts and performances, including the Fourth Grade Operetta and Final Assembly.
• Serve as Music Director for the Fourth Grade Operetta.
• Organize and lead Winter and Spring Players' Circles.
• Collaborate with Dance, Theater, and Visual Arts disciplines.

Skills

Elementary teaching experience

Music integration across disciplines

Concert coordination

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music Education

Master's degree preferred

Orff-Schulwerk certification

Kodály certification

Tools

Piano skills

Job description

Princeton Day School seeks a Leave Replacement Music Teacher for Pre-K through Grade 4, starting December 2026 through June 2027. The role involves teaching daily music lessons, coordinating performances, and leading the Fourth Grade Operetta as Music Director.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Music Education (Master's preferred), with Orff/Kodály certifications encouraged and experience in elementary theatre and dance. Schedule is 8 hours daily, Mon-Fri, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.