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

Kent Place School • Summit, NJ

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree in Music Education, a related field, or Education/Teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees