Music Educator, Primary School (Gr. 1-5) Start Date: August 17, 2026

KENT PLACE SCHOOLSummit, NJ

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Job Description

Kent Place School is seeking an inspiring and collaborative Primary School Music Teacher to join our vibrant performing arts department. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with a strong background in curriculum design, choral leadership, and teaching young singers. We seek a teacher who inspires a lifelong love of music, values community, and actively contributes to a collegial, mission-driven faculty culture.

Responsibilities include:

Teaching grades 1-5 music classes, implementing a comprehensive, sequential program of music instruction to Grades 1-5 that is aligned with best practices in music education
Cultivating joyful, developmentally appropriate music experiences that build musical literacy, creativity, and confidence
Leading a strong primary choral program
Teaching healthy vocal technique and foundational musicianship to young students
Preparing students for performances, assemblies, and community events.

Skills

Demonstrated experience in curriculum development.
Strong choral conducting skills and experience working with children's voices.
Proficient piano skills for classroom instruction and rehearsals

Collaboration and School Community

Enthusiasm for supporting the Performing Arts Department initiatives and participating in community events.
Collaborating closely with colleagues to support interdisciplinary connections and the broader life of the school
Experience leading activities that broaden student participation in music and performing arts.
Ability to perform primary school duties.

Required and Preferred Background

A bachelor's degree in Music, or a related field is required.
A master's degree in Music Education, a related field, or Education/Teaching is preferred.
A minimum of 3 years of prior teaching experience, preferably with Primary School-aged children).

Kent Place School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek candidates who support the development of a school community that is culturally competent and a working environment that is affirming and inclusive, where each member feels safe and valued, as described in ourBelonging Statement.

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