Position: Elementary Music Teacher
Position Summary: Ridgewood Public Schools seeks an experienced Music Teacher. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Music to assigned students K-5 in accordance with district goals and curriculum objectives and for performing other duties within the scope of their employment and certification. The successful candidate should have experience with Orff & Kodaly teaching methods and have skills playing the piano and/or guitar and work to support and enhance the general education curriculum, and provide opportunities for all students to be successful in music expression.
Qualifications:
- New Jersey Music Teacher Certification
- Must demonstrate knowledge of NJSLS Music
- Must demonstrate ability to differentiate instruction
- Must have ability to use technology to enhance learning and assess students
- Must be able to effectively communicate with teachers, parents, and administrators both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to work collaboratively and have experience maintaining harmonious relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
Start Date: August 27, 2025
Working Conditions: Full time, tenure track position, salary as per negotiated contract, and health benefits
Application Procedure:
To apply for this position, please go to http://www.ridgewood.k12.nj.us/ and click on the JOB OPPORTUNITIES link to complete the application process. Please do not mail, email, or bring resumes to the district HR office or any of our schools. Unsolicited paper documents will be discarded.
The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.