Teacher Music

Young World Physical Education; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson Public Schools is seeking a qualified Music teacher for Dr. Napier School #4 in Paterson, NJ. The role requires NJ Music certification and the ability to engage elementary and middle school students with a data-informed instructional approach.

Successful candidates will collaborate with colleagues, communicate effectively in English, and build positive relationships with staff, students, families, and the community as part of an inclusive district team.

Qualifications

• Hold a New Jersey Teacher of Music certificate.
• Knowledge of NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts.
• Experience working with elementary and middle school students.
• Ability to collaborate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment and data analysis for instructional purpose.
• Must be a team player and an original out-of-box thinker.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, administration, and the community.
• Maintain positive, cooperative relationships with administration, staff, students, parents, and community resources.

Skills

Communication in English

Collaborative

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis for instruction

Education

New Jersey Teacher of Music certificate

Job description

Paterson Public School District 004 DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4 - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Teacher Music

Paterson Public School District 004 DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4 - Paterson, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Paterson Public School District

Job Details

• Job ID: 5880830
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Hold a New Jersey Teacher of Music certificate
• Knowledge of NJSLS for Visual and Performing Arts
• Experience working with elementary and middle school students
• Ability to collaborate effectively
• Knowledge of assessment and data analysis for instructional purpose
• Must be a team player and an original out-of-box thinker
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and good moral character
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with students, staff, administration, and the community
• Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of resource agencies with the community

For more information about this position, please visit the Job Descriptions page.

• Meet such alternatives to above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable
• Pending budget availability
• All postings are open for ten (10) consecutive days following the date posted or until filled

Paterson Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristic, in accordance with federal and New Jersey law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,830 to $107,699 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Music Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Derwin W. Smith , Principal
• 004 DR. NAPIER SCHOOL # 4
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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