2024 – 2025 PRIVATE SCHOOL JOBS
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GREENHILL SCHOOL
Middle and Upper School Choir Director
Job Type: Full-time
Greenhill School is seeking a passionate and experienced educator for Upper School and Middle School Director to join our Fine Arts Department and play a pivotal role in nurturing the musical talents of our students by fostering a love for choral music. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of creativity, innovation, and tradition to the role, inspiring and enabling students to achieve their full potential in the musical arts. The Choir Director leads the School’s choral program, prepares students for performances and competitions, assists with the Upper and Middle School musical productions, and teaches music.
This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement a comprehensive choral curriculum for Middle and Upper School students, including Middle School choirs (5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Mixed ensemble), Upper School choir (Greenhill Singers), and other possible Fine Arts electives, depending on the applicant’s skills.
- Foster musicianship and a love for singing while promoting physical, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Plan and lead engaging choral classes that cater to students’ diverse skill levels and interests.
- Expertise in choral conducting, vocal pedagogy, and music theory, alongside the ability to develop a comprehensive repertoire spanning genres and periods, complemented by a familiarity with global music that embodies a diverse perspective
- Produce a number of choir concerts throughout the year (as well as school ceremonies such as baccalaureate and commencement) with students performing a diverse repertoire, representing different musical periods, styles, and cultures.
- Music direct the annual Upper and Middle school musicals.
- Collaborate with colleagues in Fine Arts and other disciplines to integrate singing into interdisciplinary projects and performances.
- Stay informed about current trends and best practices in choral education, attending professional development workshops and conferences as needed.
- Work closely with the performing arts faculty team to create a cohesive and supportive environment for our students.
- Contribute to the School’s arts community by participating in events and performances celebrating the arts at Greenhill.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in music or music education or related field; master’s degree preferred.
- Strong foundation in Kodaly or Orff methodologies.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience in a middle school/upper school setting.
- Excellent keyboard proficiency.
- Skills in multilingual diction and effective rehearsal techniques aimed at inspiring and enhancing our choirs’ performances.
- Ability to teach students with diverse learning styles and abilities, demonstrating inclusivity.
- A team player mentality with strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations and perspectives.
Specific Skills and Abilities:
- Exemplify a commitment to professional growth and flexibility to adapt to changing educational landscapes.
- Show a passion for arts education and belief in the transformative power of the arts in student development.
- Be willing to engage students in a positive and supportive manner.
- Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit.
- Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts, evidence of relevant personal growth, examples of relevant practice, etc.).
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HOUSTON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL
Choir Director
Houston Christian (HC) is accepting applications from qualified candidates for the Choir Director. This is a full-time, exempt position to begin in August 2024. The Choir Director is responsible for directing the school’s choral programs, preparing students for competitions and performances, assisting with the Spring musical performance, and teaching music and vocal classes. Choral groups may include small and large ensembles, show choir, and pop groups. This position works in collaboration with the Performing and Fine Arts teachers and staff and reports to the Performing Arts Department Chair and Principal.
QUALIFICATIONS:
● Bachelor’s degree in Education, Music or other applicable field.
● Teacher certification or equivalent preferred.
● Classroom and choral direction Experience.
● Musical theater experience beneficial.
● Recording and/or digital music skills beneficial.
● Experience in department leadership is beneficial.
● Proficient in basic technology applications, electronic grade book and curricular software and
hardware). Google Apps knowledge is necessary (i.e. Google Drive, Google Docs, Gmail).
● Excellent verbal, visual, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
● Represent the school in a positive light.
● Committed to the mission and values of Houston Christian High School.
Candidates should possess a vision for excellence in Performing Arts at the high school level and a strong desire to achieve success. Qualified candidates must be skilled to provide vocal instruction, run an effective choral performing and recruiting program and be flexible to work with other artists. Effective organizational, communication, and presentation skills are necessary. Strong candidates will be energetic, creative, possess a strong work ethic and be willing to mentor students. The successful candidate will be a Christian leader with a commitment to the mission and vision of Houston Christian and its academic goals and will be passionate about the continuous development of excellence in Christian education.
Interested candidates may complete and submit the Houston Christian Professional Application with the Teacher philosophy questions, a cover letter, and resume to hr@houstonchristian.org. Instructions and the application are accessible from the Careers tab at www.houstonchristian.org. Resumes are not reviewed without the complete HC application.
THE COVENANT SCHOOL
Music Teacher
The Covenant School seeks a Music Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. An ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in music, teaching experience, a special love for all levels of students, and the winsomeness and creativity to teach them. Moreover, all Covenant teachers serve as pastors (shepherds) of our students, advising them in their walk with Jesus Christ.
This position is for a full-time, ten-month employee (exempt). This position will report to the Director of Fine Arts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Music or Music Education
- Experience in teaching voice and/or choir
- Experience with Orff and Kodaly methods
Duties and Responsibilities
Character: Exhibit the fruits of the Spirit, serving as a Christian role model both in and out of school. Set a good example for students, parents, and colleagues in speech, actions, attitude, judgment, dignity, and respect, while living in obedience to God’s Word. Seek to conform to Covenant’s Faculty Profile.
Instruction:
- Able to teach Explorers (Kindergarten) and 1st grade music classes
- Able to assist with the teaching of 6th, 7th, and 8th grade music classes
- Able to assist with the Rhetoric (high school) choir rehearsals
- Familiarity with Kodaly or Orff style pedagogy
- Assist with warm-ups as needed in the Grammar school by running sectionals, assisting, and some conducting of the 5th grade choir
- Assist the music department in the development and maintenance of curriculum
- Display a high level of musicianship personally
- Able to adapt quickly to needs of the students and the needs of the program
- Attend monthly meetings with the music department
- Able to use basic technology for grading and record keeping
- Flexibility and willingness to serve the fine arts department as a whole
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THE COVENANT SCHOOL
Music Teacher (Part-Time)
The Covenant School seeks a Music Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. An ideal candidate will have a bachelor degree in music, teaching experience, a special love for all levels of students, and the winsomeness and creativity to teach them. Moreover, all Covenant teachers serve as pastors (shepherds) of our students, advising them in their walk with Jesus Christ.
This position is for a part-time, ten-month employee (exempt). This position will report to the Director of Fine Arts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Music or Music Education
- Experience in teaching voice and/or choir
- Experience with Orff and Kodaly methods
Duties and Responsibilities
Character: Exhibit the fruits of the Spirit, serving as a Christian role model both in and out of school. Set a good example for students, parents, and colleagues in speech, actions, attitude, judgment, dignity, and respect, while living in obedience to God’s Word. Seek to conform to Covenant’s Faculty Profile.
Instruction:
- Able to teach Explorers (Kindergarten) and 1st grade music classes
- Able to assist with the teaching of 6th grade music classes
- Familiarity with Kodaly or Orff style pedagogy
- Assist the music department in the development and maintenance of curriculum
- Display a high level of musicianship personally
- Able to adapt quickly to needs of the students and the needs of the program
- Attend monthly meetings with the music department
- Able to use basic technology for grading and record keeping
- Flexibility and willingness to serve the fine arts department as a whole
To apply click here