Music Teacher Opening for 2025-2026 School Year
Description
PK-8 Music Teacher (Part-time)Northwest Christian School (Newton, NJ)
Position Overview: Northwest Christian School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Part-Time Music Teacher to instruct students in grades PK-8 in a Christ-centered learning environment. This position involves teaching general music , demonstrating and modeling a biblical worldview , and organizing weekly chapel services . The teacher will also be responsible for planning and leading two school concerts each year—one at Christmas and one in the spring .
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction for students in grades PK-8 .
- Foster a love of music while integrating Christian faith and values into instruction.
- Plan and organize weekly chapel services , working with teachers and students to lead worship and special presentations.
- Direct two school-wide concerts per year ( Christmas & Spring ), including song selection, rehearsals, and performance coordination .
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and administration to enhance school-wide events and worship experiences.
- Maintain an orderly, respectful, and joyful classroom environment that encourages students to use their musical gifts for God’s glory.
Qualifications:
- A degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience teaching elementary and middle school music preferred.
- Proficiency in vocal instruction, basic instrumental accompaniment (piano or guitar preferred), and music theory .
- Strong organizational skills for planning chapels, concerts, and special events .
- Ability to lead and inspire students to worship and praise God through music .
- Active Christian faith and membership in a local evangelical bible centered church that aligns with the school’s mission and values.
- Part-time (hours to be determined).
- On-campus role in a Christian school setting .
- Salary commensurate with experience and school budget.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and statement of faith to ncsoffice@ncsnj.org .
We look forward to finding a passionate educator who will glorify God through music and inspire students in their musical and spiritual growth!
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