Middle SchoolHigh School Choir Director

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Principal the Middle School/High School Choir Director coordinates all aspects of the choral program including student recruitment organizing activities and fostering a strong relationship with the school community and feeder schools. This position involves overseeing and guiding the chorus and other performing ensembles as well as facilitating music-related extracurricular events and competitions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively recruits students for the middle school and high school choir program working to ensure a continuous growth in enrollment and talent.
• Facilitates preparation training and performance of the chorus for all scheduled events including concerts and competitions.
• Oversees and leads rehearsals for the chorus as needed ensuring students are prepared for performances contests and community events.
• Collaborates with the team to manage the logistics and operations of the chorus including uniforms transportation and equipment.
• Represents the chorus in the community by attending local events concerts and participating in school activities.
• Encourages community involvement and support for the chorus by hosting events (e.g. concert nights fundraisers and alumni events).
• Collaborates with the team through participation in 3-4 choral performances per year as well as an annual musical including logistical planning transportation and performance preparation.
• Plans and organizes the annual choral trip including chaperoning budgeting and coordinating travel logistics.
• Ensures student safety and well-being during all trips creating an itinerary that is educational and enriching.
• Leads supervises and develops the choral staff ensuring effective communication collaboration and accountability across the team.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive environment among the choral staff encouraging mutual respect and teamwork.
• Collaborates with the Choral Boosters to develop manage and track the annual band budget ensuring funds are used effectively for uniforms competition fees travel and other program needs.
• Participates in regular faculty meetings and professional learning opportunities to enhance both teaching and personal growth.
• Helps maintain inventory of all music uniforms and other materials.
• Works with school administrators to ensure the choral program aligns with school policies procedures and strategic vision.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Music Education or related field (required).
• Floridas Teacher Certification (required).
• Prior experience as a choral director at the middle or high school level or as an assistant director in a similar program is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of choral techniques and contest regulations.
• Proficiency in conducting ensemble training and music theory.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure data is entered accurately.
• Ability to multi-task when necessary.
• Great oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Microsoft Office Skills (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
• Knowledge of state and federal laws that apply to the duties of this position.
• Must be able to analyze information and make recommendations to administration as needed.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions within the scope of the position.
• Ability to read understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain strict organization and student confidentiality.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Varied activities including sitting standing walking running bending lifting and reaching for extended periods of time.
• Periodic need to lift carry push or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally performed in a fast-paced high volume school/office environment.
• Must be able to tolerate varying environmental conditions including but not limited to heat cold rain etc.
• Must be able to tolerate frequent interruptions from administrators staff members and others.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel to various school district state national and/or community events may be required.

Required Experience:

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