Choir Director (Jr. & Senior High) & Music Teacher

Choir Director (Jr. & Senior High) & Music Teacher Huntsville School District Huntsville Middle School - Huntsville, Arkansas This job is also posted in Huntsville School District Job Details

Job ID:

5693964

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Huntsville School District Job Description

Job Title:

Choir Director - Junior High & Senior High

Reports To:

Principal

Contracted Days:

190 Days (plus stipend for extracurricular duties)

Job Summary:

The Choir Director is responsible for leading vocal music education and performance programs for both Junior High and Senior High students. This includes teaching music theory and vocal techniques in the classroom, preparing students for concerts, festivals, and competitions, and fostering a love of music while promoting student growth, confidence, and teamwork.

Essential Duties:

Instructional Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a standards-based choral music curriculum for grades 7-12. Teach vocal performance, music literacy, sight-reading, and music theory. Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students. Create a positive, inclusive classroom that encourages musical growth and creativity. Integrate music technology where appropriate (e.g., SmartMusic, SightReadingFactory).

Program Leadership & Events:

Direct school choirs and ensembles at both junior high and senior high levels. Plan and conduct school concerts, assemblies, and public performances. Prepare students for region/district/state choral festivals and solo/ensemble competitions (e.g., All-Region/All-State Choir). Manage choir uniforms, music library, and performance logistics.

Student Development & Support:

Encourage student participation and leadership within the music program. Foster an environment of collaboration, teamwork, and artistic discipline. Support social-emotional development through positive teacher-student relationships.

Professional Collaboration:

Work with other fine arts teachers and district staff to promote interdisciplinary learning. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and events. Attend professional development, staff meetings, and required district trainings.

Administrative & Supervisory Duties:

Maintain accurate student records, grades, and attendance. Coordinate fundraising efforts and manage the choir program budget (if applicable). Supervise students during travel and off-campus performances. Adhere to school board policies, building procedures, and Arkansas Department of Education standards. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Experience directing school choirs and preparing students for adjudicated events. Strong piano proficiency and ability to accompany students during rehearsal. Effective classroom management and organizational skills. Enthusiasm for working with adolescents and inspiring musical excellence.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and laptop carts. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.

Other:

Note:

This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems necessary.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,000 to $69,435 Per Year