High School Chorus Director

About the Employer

Choral Director (High School)

Under the direction of the High School Principal, the responsibility of the High School Choral Director is to oversee, teach, guide, and direct a successful choral program that provides opportunities for students to learn choral singing and musical techniques.

Overall Responsibilities

There are a wide variety of responsibilities which come with being the Choral Director. The list below is not inclusive of all responsibilities, but is a general overview of expectations for the position. The stipend for the director is in place for this reason. No additional pay and/or compensations days will be granted for work done in the capacity of the director.

The director must follow all school district policies and regulations and must enforce the rules of Middletown policies and procedures, as well as, Rhode Island General Law.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment

Design and conduct recruitment to attract new choral participants.

Teaching

Teach choral singing, music notation, reading and listening skills.

Concerts

Coordinate and direct choir concerts throughout the year.

Practice Sessions

Organize and lead after school practice sessions routinely, in preparation for concerts.

Musical Selections

Select musical pieces for performances.

Production Management

See that all royalties, rental fees, and other fees/bills associated with a production are paid and maintain an accurate record of all expenses and receipts.

Event Participation

Ensure that chorus performs in appropriate district and state high school events.

Performance Requirements

Maintain performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verified each student’s eligibility to participate in theatre activities.

Student Safety

Ensure the safety of students by adhering to general school rules and regulations while on Middletown School District premises and traveling.

Uniformity

Ensure chorus members are uniformly dressed for all public appearances.

Community Engagement

Contribute to the community by performing at selected events.

Music Boosters

Work cooperatively with music boosters to gain their financial and logistical support for the work and performances of the chorus.

Middle School Chorus

Interact with middle school chorus to ensure consistency in instructional achievement between school leaders.

Instructional Strategies

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Fundraising

Schedule, coordinate, and supervise all fundraising projects and follow school committee fundraising policies.

Financial Records

Maintain accurate financial records regarding fundraising activities, and deposit fundraising monies and receipts with Student Activities Coordinator and Business Manager.

Supervision

Ability to supervise and assist students effectively.

Public Relations

Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation.

Communication

Interact with superintendent and/or school committee and present information as requested.

Staff Interaction

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents.

Role Model

Serve as a role model for students.

Counseling

Counsel students on matters concerning school procedures, rules, and regulations.

Routine Questions

Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner.

Public Contact

Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy.

Confidentiality

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student records, etc.

Compliance

Comply with federal and state laws, R.I. Department of Education rules, and school committee policies.

Meetings

Assist officers and members with planning the year’s meetings and activities.

Learning Environment

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Scheduling

Work with other school clubs and organizations in calendar scheduling.

Deadlines

Meet established deadlines.

Parent Communication

Communicate with parents about events.

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Principal or designee.