Elementary Choir
Joliet, IL - USA
Job Summary
POSITION: Director
POSITION GUIDE: Certified Personnel
9 Months
Internal Staff
REPORTS TO: Principals
Fine Arts Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid state teaching license/certification in Music Education
Professional expertise in the ensemble being directed
Experience directing ensembles such as band orchestra choir jazz band or mariachi
Strong conducting and rehearsal technique skills
Knowledge of age-appropriate repertoire and music pedagogy
Ability to organize concerts rehearsals auditions and performances
Strong communication and collaboration skills with students families and staff
Responsible professional behavior
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan and conduct regular rehearsals for the ensemble.
- Select appropriate high-quality repertoire that supports student growth and performance success.
- Prepare students for concerts festivals community performances and special events.
- Coordinate and oversee auditions student placement and ensemble membership procedures.
- Collaborate with building music teachers and the Fine Arts Coordinator regarding scheduling communication and student participation.
- Maintain high musical and behavioral expectations for all students.
- Create an inclusive positive and engaging rehearsal environment that encourages student participation and achievement.
- Communicate rehearsal schedules performance expectations and event information with students families and staff in a timely manner.
- Monitor student attendance participation and progress within the ensemble.
- Organize and manage music equipment uniforms and other ensemble materials as needed.
- Support recruitment and retention efforts for district music programs and participation.
- Demonstrate professionalism through punctuality preparedness collaboration and positive communication.
- Follow all district policies procedures and safety expectations during rehearsals performances and travel.
- Attend required district music meetings performances and professional development activities related to the position.
- Serve as a positive representative of the districts Fine Arts program within schools and the community.
- If necessary submits all media requests to Sandy Zalewski (Director of Communication and Development) for publication. At no time should directors submit articles or interviews directly to media groups.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned