Music Teacher; K-5

Position: Music Teacher (K-5)
Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Music - Instrumental

Date Posted:

5/26/2026

Location:

Philip`s Academy Charter School of Paterson

(High-Needs School)

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Mission:
The mission of Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson is, we will provide a moral and rigorous education to a diverse student body, accomplished in a hands-on, technology infused educational environment that embraces differentiated instruction and individual attention that will allow our students to attend college, while developing a commitment to global citizenship, environmental sustainability, and personal virtue.

Nature and Scope of Job:
Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson seeks a Music Teacher to be the instructional leader of their classes. Teachers create, manage, and participate in a variety of learning environments and activities that enhance student development and mastery of learning objectives. Philip's teachers participate in extensive Professional Development, collaborate with other faculty and staff, promote rigorous learning opportunities and look out for the collective and individual interests of Philip's students as well as the school's greater community.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

* Lead direct instruction for whole groups, small groups, and individual students in grades K-5.

* Work cooperatively with staff to implement a strong, engaging, integrated and appropriate curriculum.

* Communicate effectively and collaborate with families to ensure consistency between home and school in order to promote student success.

* Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning.

* Maintain ongoing professional development.

* Teach music classes to K-5 students.

* Support during other times of the day, including but not limited to recess, lunch, and hallway monitoring.

Qualifications:

* Minimum 2 years of teaching experience.

* Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students.

* Shared dedication to Philip's Academy's philosophy and mission.

* Excellent teamwork, work ethic, and organizational skills.

* Communicate effectively in English, both orally and verbally. Bilingual a plus.

* Possess excellent integrity, a gentle spirit, and demonstrate strong moral character and initiative.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field required; advanced degree in education a plus

Certification:

Hold a valid NJ State P-12 Music Education Instructional Certificate Certification or Certificate of Eligibility.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000.00 (Guided by Salary Scale)

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the board's policy on evaluation.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits which includes a healthcare package (health, dental and vision), paid time off (personal and sick days), life insurance, retirement plans (pension & 403B), tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness program, and employee referral program.

Philip's Academy Charter Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.