Long Term Substitute Music Teacher; Orchestra

Long Term Substitute Music Teacher (Orchestra)

West Windsor
- Plainsboro Regional School District Grover Middle School
- West Windsor, New Jersey.

• Job : 5780234
• Final date to receive applications: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Jun 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Substitute Teacher
- Music (Orchestra)

Department: Assigned School

Reports To: Principal of Assigned School and/or Director of Human Resources

Salary Guide: Board Approved Hourly Rate Chart

Prepared Date: 19 October 2021

Position Summary: Provide instructional continuity in the absence of the regular classroom teacher by delivering lesson presentations in a way that is age appropriate for the class for September 2026 - December 2026.

• New Jersey Substitute Teacher endorsement or NJ Instructional Certificate
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned. Maintain classroom control in order to promote active learning in the classroom while teaching the outlined lesson and implementing the lesson plan(s).
• Deliver lesson presentations in a way that is age-appropriate for the class and meets the individual needs, interests and ability levels of all pupils.
• Manage class time effectively.
• Promote positive student well-being.
• Ensure the adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Report all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority immediately or as soon as reasonably possible.
• Follow the schedule during the school day and remain in the assigned classroom until all students have been dismissed for the day.
• Follow all policies, rules and procedures.
• Complete required documentation prior to the end of the assignment and check out with authorized personnel prior to leaving at the end of the day.
• Maintain and respect the confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Cooperate with other professional staff members.
• Return instructional materials, equipment and keys to the proper place.
• Perform other duties within the scope of his/her employment and certification as may be assigned.

Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Google Suite, Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the New Jersey Administrative Code and Board of Education policy.

The physical demands described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands include: occasional bending, pushing, and moving; lifting of objects with a strength factor of light work;

dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of standard office equipment; clarity of vision at varying distances to monitor student’s behavior during classroom activities; verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner; stooping, kneeling, lifting and standing for extended periods of time; and demonstrated ability to supervise, evacuate and keep up with students, particularly in emergencies.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At- will employment. Assignments can be accessed by substitutes through the district’s Absence Management software program.

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