Anticipated Band Director (Brass/Percussion Specialist)

Position Details

Position Type:

High School Teaching/ Music - Band

Date Posted:

7/7/2026

Location:

Vernon Township High School

Date Available:

09/01/2026

Role Overview
Vernon Township School District's percussion/brass specialist/band director position is open. The position includes working with percussion and wind students grades 6-12 with conducting opportunities. Candidates that have marching band, marching battery/pit percussion, and jazz band experience and are interested in working with the high school marching band program are desired. Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate and Subject Area Endorsement or Eligibility required.

Qualifications

Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate and Subject Area Endorsement or Eligibility

Brass/Percussion Specialist

Marching Battery experience preferred

Experience in Jazz and Marching Band preferred

Exceptional performance abilities in percussion (concert percussion, mallets, battery, drum-set)

Mastery in brass/percussion pedagogy

Expertise in teaching instrumental music

Proficiency with instrumental pedagogy, rehearsal techniques, and teaching methods

Experience in directing instrumental ensembles (concert band, marching band, jazz ensemble)

Willingness to participate in afterschool instrumental ensembles (marching band, jazz band)

Strong conducting and leadership skills

In-depth knowledge of current and classic wind band repertoire

Desire to participate in County, Area, Region and All-State music festivals

Passion for inspiring students and the local community to engage in the music program

Ability to support and enhance the overall music department

Ability to maintain a positive learning environment

Positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues and community supporters

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Digital fluency is required

Comfortable working in a team-teaching environment

Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien

Salary Range
Salary Range:

$57,330– $107,184 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and in accordance with VTEA contract salary guide.

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