Saddle River, New Jersey
Posted: 13-Mar-26
Location: Saddle River, New Jersey
Type: Full Time
Salary: $60,000 - $90,000
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Saddle River Day School is seeking a passionate and dedicated full-time Vocal Teacher and Theatre Coordinator to join our faculty for the 2026-2027 school year. This position includes teaching vocal and choral courses, teaching theatre/drama courses, and coordinating the school’s theatre program and events in the Performing Arts Center.
Key responsibilities:
- Teach a range of Middle and Upper School courses vocal/choral and theatre/drama program, with potential courses including Middle School Choir, Upper School Choir, Vocal Master Class, Acting, and Middle School Theatre Arts
- Serve as an advisor to a group of students, providing guidance and support in their academic and personal development
- Participate actively in the life of the school community beyond the classroom, including contributing to extracurricular programs, events, and committees
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Vocal Performance, Choral Conducting, Theatre/Theatre Education, Musical Theatre, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
- Have experience teaching performing arts at the Middle or Upper School level (other relevant experience will be considered)
- Strong proficiency in piano required
- Provide piano accompaniment for all choral classes
- Additional proficiency in string instruments and/or ability to support strong instruction, preferred
- Coordinate and lead the theatre program, including organizing productions and supporting students in performance and backstage roles
- Coordinate and manage the Performing Arts Center events, which may include (but are not limited to): a Lower School Musical, a Middle School Musical, two Upper School productions (including one musical), Winter and Spring concerts for all three divisions, and other school performances/events as needed
- Demonstrate a passion for teaching, fostering student growth, and engaging students in music and drama
- Manage the classroom effectively, establish a positive learning environment, and maintain accurate records of student progress
- Effectively differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of learning styles
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative curricula and interdisciplinary learning opportunities
- Communicate effectively with families to support student success
- Create a student-centered learning environment that encourages critical thinking, inquiry, and a love for the performing arts
- Integrate technology and current educational trends into classroom practices
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $60,000 to $90,000 (final compensation will be determined based on experience and education)
- Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching; Life and Disability Insurance
Our mission includes developing caring, ethical contributors to society and our teachers strive to provide students with opportunities to explore material and apply learned skills. Our faculty and support staff play a key role in student success and work collaboratively with one another both inside and outside of their department to prepare a course of instruction that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of each individual learner. We are seeking a team member who possesses a growth mindset who can form dynamic relationships with students as well as colleagues based on positivity and collegiality.
This position starts August 2026. You can learn more about Saddle River Day School by visiting our website: https://www.saddleriverday.org/