Choir Teacher
About The Position
The Choir Teacher provides leadership and artistic vision for Brecks 7th-12th grade vocal music program. This role entails the pedagogical oversight of five distinct choral ensembles, ensuring a scaffolded, rigorous musical experience for students at every stage of their vocal development. In addition to curriculum management, the Director serves as the Music Director for Middle and Upper School theatrical productions, bridging the gap between choral foundations and collaborative performance. Beyond technical instruction, the Director is responsible for fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that prioritizes holistic student developmentintellectually, emotionally, and artistically. The ideal candidate will cultivate an environment that empowers students to find their voice and reach their full potential, both on and off the stage.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree
- Strong record of proven ability/experience in teaching choir and providing musical direction for musical productions
- Experience with using technology in teaching and learning
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 3 years of classroom teaching experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with choral instruction
- Articulates a vision that excites and attracts students to choir classes and the choir program across middle and upper school divisions
- Ability to plan and deliver instruction for a range of learners with varying vocal ability
- Demonstrates strong piano skills to facilitate learning and rehearsing during choir classes and musical rehearsals
- Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives and seeks opportunities for participation in choir activities beyond Brecks walls - All-State, Honor Choir and Ensemble Adjudication events
- Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
- Experience working with adolescent and changing voices
- Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
- Establishes effective relationships with students
- Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
- Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
- Works collaboratively with other Middle and Lower School vocal music teachers to ensure a cohesive program across the P-12 continuum
- Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
- Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
- Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
- Partner with the theater director as part of the artistic team for Upper School and Middle School musical productions
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Job Type
Full-time
