Choir Director

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JOB TITLE: CHOIR DIRECTOR (High School)

QUALIFICATIONS: As set by state certification authorities Music Certification. Previous program/classroom experience preferred.

JOB SUMMARY: Be responsible for the YHS Vocal Music Program starting in the 9th grade and building each year through the 12th grade. The person holding this position will be responsible for the overall teaching business and operations of the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM DIRECTOR):

• Serves as a leader in the Yukon High School vocal music program grades 9-12 to foster continuity staff development and student growth with an emphasis on the overall business operations of the high school program
• Coordinate all aspects of fiscally responsible fundraising activities
• Facilitate the financial operations of the YHS Vocal Music Program to include responsible fiscal management; maintain accurate records of all receipts deposits and expenditures
• Maintains current inventory of all capital assets associated with the program; provides vision and direction in the planning process to secure additional equipment and supplies through bond issues fundraising grants and donations
• Establishes an effective and routine schedule of maintenance for refreshing all choir uniforms and any equipment
• Facilitate all travel for YHS Vocal Music students and staff to include administrator and board approval as needed lodging transportation meals and supervision; maintain consistent communication and positive working relationship with YPS Transportation Department representatives
• Actively participates in a Professional Learning Community that supports horizontal and vertical alignment of a guaranteed and viable curriculum and experiences in all aspects of the Vocal Music program
• Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies activities materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of all students
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities as scheduled such as concerts bus rides contests and clinics; Promotes positive student behavior in all environments
• Coordinate and direct the YHS Musical in conjunction with other program directors and teachers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (VOCAL MUSIC PROGRAM):

• Establish performance requirements enforce academic requirements and verify each students eligibility to participate in practices and contests
• Organizes and conducts tryouts for the program; informs administration and participants of final selections
• Evaluate place and teach vocal music students with an emphasis on student and program success
• Complies with local state and federal policies and guidelines; complies with the policies and procedures of OSSAA and other governing bodies in the field of music

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Sustained successful experience as a vocal music director or assistant director
• Bachelors Degree and standard teaching certificate required
• CDL/School Bus License preferred
• Knowledge of OSSAA policies and procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills to include written communication verbal communication organization and conflict resolution skills
• Organizational skills basic mathematical skills basic computer skills and communication skills are an essential part of this job
• Must have expertise in promoting the musical development of vocal music students

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Will be required to regularly stand walk and stoop; kneel crouch or crawl; must be able to regularly climb stairs
• Must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds
• May experience constant interruptions inflexible deadlines and changes to normal routines.
• The noise level in this environment is elevated to loud.
• The demands of an extended workday (events etc.) require a high level of physical endurance.
• In-district and out-of-town travel is required as necessary for training and/or to carry out duties and responsibilities
• Must have a valid drivers license a clean driving record and reliable transportation

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 182 day contract
• Salary Range: Based on the certified teacher salary schedule according to full time experience leading a vocal music program as either an assistant director director or full time instructor
• Benefits (as of): YPS pays employee and employer portion of OTRS contributions; 10 sick days annually 3 personal leave days 3 annual leave days; sick leave sharing; $10000 life insurance policy; paid vision insurance for the employee; paid health insurance for the employee

STATUS: Exempt Certified

EVALUATION: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Boards policy of evaluation for certified personnel.

Required Experience:

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