Music Teacher

Fairview Public School District; Fairview (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Public School District is seeking an Elementary School Teaching/Music - Instrumental position at Lincoln School. The role involves teaching general and instrumental music to elementary and middle school students, directing an elementary chorus, and planning year-round concerts and school events.

The ideal candidate holds NJ Teacher of Music Certification or CEAS, with strong organizational and communication skills and a willingness to collaborate with district colleagues on music

Qualifications

• Must hold NJ Teacher of Music Certification or CEAS.
• Experience in Elementary General Music instruction and pedagogy.
• Ability to organize and direct an elementary level chorus.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Effective classroom management skills.
• Ability to communicate with staff and parents.
• Proficient vocal and piano/instrumental skills preferred.
• Willingness to collaborate with district colleagues on music instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach general music classes and instrumental music to elementary and middle school students.
• Organize and direct an elementary level chorus.
• Plan yearly concert and music for school events/assemblies.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support student participation in music.
• Support district initiatives related to music instruction.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Classroom management

Communication with staff/parents

Vocal and instrumental skills

Education

NJ Teacher of Music Certification or CEAS

Job description

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Music - Instrumental

Date Posted: 10/27/2026

Location: Lincoln School

Date Available: ASAP

Closing Date: Until Filled

• NJ Teacher of Music Certification or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS)
• Teach general music classes and instrumental music to elementary and middle school students.
• Experience in Elementary General Music instruction and pedagogy
• Ability to organize and direct an elementary level chorus
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective classroom management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff members and parents
• Proficient vocal and piano/instrumental skills preferred
• Previous experience working with primary grade students preferred
• Willingness to work collaboratively with district colleagues regarding music instruction preferred
• Ability to plan a yearly concert and music for other school events/assemblies throughout the year preferred
• Willingness to support building/department/district initiatives that encourage student participation in music preferred