Replacement Music Teacher - Elementary (General/Vocal/Strings)

Description:
The South Brunswick School District seeks a student-centered Elementary Music Teacher for a full-year leave replacement during the 2026–2027 school year. The successful candidate will deliver engaging general music instruction aligned to state standards and foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students can develop foundational musical skills.
Responsibilities include teaching general music across grade levels, leading basic choral and instrumental experiences, and providing occasional small-group instruction as needed. The position supports a well-established program, and we are seeking a dependable educator who can maintain continuity of instruction while contributing to a positive and musically meaningful learning experience for students.

General Music

• 3rd-5th Grade General Music

Choral Ensembles

• 3rd Grade Choir
• 4th/5th Grade Choir

Instrumental Music

• Beginning Orchestra
• Advanced Orchestra
• Small-group instrumental string lessons

Additional Responsibilities

• Rehearsing and conducting winter and spring concerts
• Planning engaging, standards-aligned lessons
• Assessing student progress and maintaining grading records
• Collaborating with colleagues and supporting school-wide music initiatives

Qualifications:
NJ Teacher of Music Certification and/or substitute certification.

2026 – 2027 Terms of Employment: 
Yearly Base Salary:  $67,380.00 – 70,580.00
Employment Period:  9/1/2026 - 6/30/2027
Union Affiliation:  SBEA

Benefits:
Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription and Dental Benefits.  The South Brunswick School District offers a competitive salary, paid professional development opportunities, competitive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, and enrollment in the New Jersey Division of Pension and Benefits.

Application Procedure:
All applicants must complete and submit an on-line application.  The application is used as the primary source of information regarding an applicant, and for that reason, it is important the application contains the most up-to-date information.   Applicants will receive an email confirmation after the successful submission of a completed application.   Applicants selected for an interview will be personally contacted.  Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to schedule an interview for every applicant.