2026-2027 MSHS Choir Director

Choir Director (Middle School & High School)
Santa Fe South Middle School & Santa Fe South High School Santa Fe South Schools
Oklahoma City OK 190196 Day Contract (196 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers)

About Santa Fe South Middle School & High School
Santa Fe South Schools (SFS) is a tuition-free public charter school district serving students and families in south Oklahoma City. Across our campuses we are committed to providing a rigorous engaging education that prepares students for success in college career and life. Our schools emphasize strong relationships high expectations and meaningful learning experiences that reflect and celebrate the cultures of our community.

Santa Fe South Middle School and Santa Fe South High School serve a diverse and vibrant student population and share a commitment to helping students discover their passions and develop their talents. Both campuses value the arts as an important part of a well-rounded education and provide students with opportunities to explore creativity collaboration and performance.

The vocal music program plays an important role in building school culture and student pride. Choir students have opportunities to perform for their peers families and the community while developing musical skills confidence and teamwork. The program also collaborates with Santa Fe Souths growing Mariachi program giving students the opportunity to experience and perform music that reflects the rich cultural heritage of our community.

Position Summary

The Choir Director is responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive vocal music program serving both middle school and high school students. This position includes teaching beginning and advanced choir classes cultivating students vocal technique and musical literacy and fostering a positive inclusive ensemble culture. The director will also teach sections of Music Appreciation designed to fulfill a fine arts credit while exposing students to a wide variety of musical styles cultures and historical contexts.

In addition the Choir Director will support the growth of the schools Mariachi program by helping students develop the vocal techniques and stylistic understanding necessary for traditional mariachi singing. The director will collaborate with instrumental mariachi instructors to ensure students gain authentic performance experiences within the ensemble.

The Choir Director will organize performances support school culture through music and provide meaningful musical experiences that build confidence collaboration and artistic expression among students.

Essential Responsibilities

Choir Instruction

• Plan and deliver high-quality instruction for beginning and advanced choir classes at the middle and high school levels.
• Teach vocal technique sight-reading music theory fundamentals and ensemble performance skills.
• Select developmentally appropriate and diverse repertoire that supports musical growth and cultural awareness.
• Differentiate instruction to support students with varying levels of experience and ability.
• Foster a positive inclusive choir environment that encourages participation teamwork and artistic risk-taking.

Support of Mariachi Program

• Collaborate with the mariachi program director(s) to support the growth of the schools mariachi ensemble.
• Teach and coach students in traditional mariachi vocal style phrasing diction and performance practices.
• Help prepare student vocalists to perform with mariachi ensembles during concerts and school performances.
• Incorporate elements of Mexican musical traditions and mariachi repertoire into vocal instruction where appropriate.
• Support recruitment and development of student singers interested in mariachi performance.

Music Appreciation Instruction

• Design and teach Music Appreciation courses that fulfill a fine arts credit.
• Introduce students to a wide range of musical genres including classical jazz world music contemporary music musical theater and popular styles.
• Incorporate listening activities discussion music history and cultural context into instruction.
• Create engaging learning experiences that help students develop an understanding and appreciation of music as an art form.

Performances and Program Development

• Organize and direct concerts performances and other events that showcase student learning.
• Prepare students for school concerts community performances and potential festival or contest participation.
• Collaborate with other fine arts staff to support school-wide performances and events.
• Recruit and retain students in the choir program and support program growth.
  
  

Student Development and Culture

• Encourage student leadership responsibility and teamwork within the choir program.
• Build strong relationships with students and foster a safe supportive classroom culture.
• Support the schools mission and values through music education and performance opportunities.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively with middle school and high school staff to support student success.
• Communicate clearly with students families and administrators about performances expectations and opportunities.
• Participate in staff meetings professional learning and school activities.
  
  

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate attendance and grading records.
• Manage choir materials music library equipment and performance logistics.
• Follow district policies and procedures related to instruction student supervision and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Music Education Vocal Performance or related field (required).
• Demonstrated knowledge of vocal pedagogy choral literature and ensemble direction.
• Ability to teach both introductory and advanced choir students.
• Knowledge of music history and diverse musical traditions for Music Appreciation courses.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Excellent communication collaboration and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience directing middle school and/or high school choirs.
• Experience preparing ensembles for concerts festivals or competitions.
• Ability to accompany rehearsals on piano or work collaboratively with accompanists.

Key Outcomes

• A thriving choir program that engages both beginning and advanced singers.
• Students who develop musical skills confidence and appreciation for vocal performance.
• Music Appreciation courses that broaden students understanding of music across cultures and time periods.

Required Experience:

Director