Music Teacher – New Paltz High School

Organization:
New Paltz Central School District
Location:
New Paltz, NY
Salary:
NPUT contract
Category:
Posted On:
July 31, 2025

Description

The New Paltz CSD has an anticipated instructional vacancy: Full-time Probationary High School Instrumental Music Teacher/Band Director. NYS Music certification required. The New Paltz CSD is seeking candidates for the position of High School Instrumental Music Teacher/Band Director. The successful candidate must be energetic and passionate about music education. Experience is preferred as well as a demonstrated record of advancing music education within a school district. The current program includes: Concert Band; Jazz ensembles; Marching Band; Lessons; Music Theory; Music Literature; and African drumming. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE

Requirements

NYS Music certification required

How to Apply

All applicants must apply online through OLAS at www.olasjobs.org/mhv, under the posting name “Music Teacher – New Paltz High School” on or before the application deadline date.
Applicants must upload the following documents to the OLAS website:
(a) Cover letter - to the attention of Dr. Linda Oehler-Marx, Deputy Superintendent, New Paltz CSD;
(b) Resume;
(c) Three current reference letters or a college credential file;
(d) Copy of NYSED Teaching Certificate(s);
(e) Copies of College Transcripts; and
(f) Writing Sample. Please upload your answers to the following questions:
1. How would you support the District’s equitable practices and the continued fostering of a culturally responsive working and learning environment?
2. What do you love most about teaching?