Vocal Music Teacher - Leave of Absence Opening

Manchester Township School District; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Township School District invites applications for a Vocal Music Teacher on a leave of absence from December 7, 2026, through March 2027 at Ridgeway Elementary School. The position is a temporary assignment within the elementary music program.

Candidates must hold or be eligible for a New Jersey Instructional Certificate with the appropriate teaching endorsement and be able to collaborate with staff, supervise performances, and contribute to curriculum delivery.

Qualifications

• Holds, or is eligible for, a New Jersey Instructional Certificate, with the appropriate teaching endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons aligned with the designated course of study for elementary music.
• Instruct, coach, supervise extracurricular activities related to music.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and safety.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in building committees as required.
• Uphold school rules and district policies in all interactions with students.

Skills

Classroom management

Instructional delivery

Education

New Jersey Teaching Certification

Job description

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal

Date Posted:

10/5/2026

Location:

Ridgeway Elementary School

Date Available:

December 2026

Closing Date:

10/15/2026

Title: Vocal Music Teacher - Leave of Absence Opening December 7, 2026 - March, 2027

Qualifications:

Holds, or is eligible for, a New Jersey Instructional Certificate, with the appropriate teaching endorsement.

Reports to:

Building principal or other appropriately certificated superior as designated by the Superintendent.

Job Goal:

To instruct assigned students in designated subject matter area (s) in accordance with the course of study, curriculum or guides approved by the Board of Education.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Remains abreast of current developments and interpretations of subject matter in assigned area (s).
• Remains abreast of current developments and interpretations in teaching methodology.
• Motivates students to master designated subject matter.
• Plans lessons that meet the needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Endeavors to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists, as required.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
• Assists in curriculum development and in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Instructs, advises, coaches, supervises, and/or directs extracurricular activities.
• Supervises behavior in the hallways, lunchroom, and on school grounds for the safety and well-being of students, personnel and visitors.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.
• Performs other duties which may be within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned by his/her superior (s) under the authority of the Board of Education.

Terms of Employment: Ten (10) months