Vocal Assistants

About the Employer

Qualifications

Experience working with elementary or middle school-aged students is preferred. Knowledge or experience in vocal music, choral performance, or music education preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to establish and maintain a positive and supportive learning environment.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in a school music/rehearsal setting and includes attendance at the winter & spring concerts.

Chorus Assistants

Job Title (for context): chorus assistants

Internal Posting

Chorus Assistants 2 openings at Freeman-Kennedy Stipend: $400 2026-2027 school year Schedule: Tuesday am before school 7:30-8:35am + attend winter & spring concerts

Position Summary

The Chorus Assistant supports the Chorus Director in providing a positive, inclusive, and engaging choral music experience for students in grades 3–6. The Chorus Assistant assists with rehearsals, student supervision, musical preparation, performances, and related program activities while helping students develop vocal skills, musical knowledge, confidence, teamwork, and an appreciation for music.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Chorus Director with planning and conducting rehearsals for students in grades 3–6.
• Provide individualized support and encouragement to students as needed.
• Assist with classroom management and maintain a positive, respectful, and inclusive rehearsal environment.
• Help prepare students for concerts, performances, assemblies, and other school or community events.
• Assist with organizing music, folders, materials, risers, equipment, and other rehearsal/performance needs.
• Provide supervision of students before, during, and after rehearsals and performances as assigned.
• Attend performances, rehearsals, or other program activities as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chorus Director or building administration.

Physical Requirements

Ability to assist with setting up and breaking down music equipment and materials.

Reports to

Chorus Director and/or Building Principal

Terms of Employment

This is a one-year appointment, paid by a stipend at the end of the school year.

Qualifications (Applicants)

Applicants must:
• Be a current employee of Norfolk Public Schools.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students and staff.

How to Apply

Please submit a brief cover letter of interest to via school spring or email to Lisa Altham-Hickey