Choral Director-Part Time-School Year 2026-2027

Choral Director-Part Time-School Year 2026-2027 April 17, 2026 Church Farm School Exton, PA United States Secondary School https://www.gocfs.net/about/career-opportunities

Position Starts:

August 17, 2026

Application Deadline:

06/14/2026

Position Available:

Part-Time Choral Director Start Date:

2026-2027 School Year Part-Time Position

THE CHURCH FARM SCHOOL 1001 E.

Lincoln Highway Exton, PA 19341 Why choose Church Farm School for your next career opportunity? When you join our team, you will work with colleagues who are enthusiastic about our mission - preparing dynamic young men to become tomorrow's changemakers through a transformative education rooted in curiosity, leadership development, engaged citizenship and the pursuit of excellence alongside one's brothers. Church Farm School is an independent boarding and day school for boys in grades 9-12 in the Episcopal tradition, founded in 1918 and located in Exton, PA. Additional information can be found at www.gocfs.net.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

CFS seeks an engaging, energetic, involved and collaborative music faculty member to serve as choral director. We are looking for someone who has choral conducting experience, demonstrated mastery of piano and possesses a music or music education degree - a master's degree is preferred. The ability to play the organ for Chapel services is a plus. This part-time position includes building and overseeing the Choir, as well as attending regular school meetings and faculty meetings. While the position currently focuses on choral direction, augmented responsibilities for candidates who can serve other roles such as Organist and theater instructor are possible. The ideal candidate will join a collaborative Performing Arts department; share the joy of teaching in an all-male, culturally diverse, independent college preparatory boarding and day school; have an understanding and sensitivity to DEI matters; and possess cross-cultural competency skills.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

In our all-boys setting, we seek educators who understand how to channel boys' energy and individuality into meaningful learning and foster a love of the arts, teachers who can build trusting relationships, create structured yet dynamic learning environments and support boys as they grow into ethical, confident young men. The successful candidate will have a degree in music or music education, knowledge of and experience with high school choral programs and church choirs. All candidates should be adept in accompanying the Choir on piano. As Church Farm School continues to advance its 21st-century teaching and learning initiatives, the school seeks candidates who will help strengthen the integration of the Performing Arts with the Academic Curriculum and the greater world. Connecting our Choir to surrounding organizations through performances is a goal.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the Academic Faculty, the Choir Director will: Set the vision for the Choir and cultivate the program. Teach the Choir class three times a week. Lead Choir in Wednesday Chapel each week. Lead Choir and cultivate an advanced a capella Direct two major performances per year (winter and spring concerts). Direct smaller performances throughout the year for internal school events. Coordinate and perform in external school performance opportunities. Select appropriate and varied repertoire to fit the vocal needs, abilities and interests of our students. Oversee, organize and maintain uniforms, equipment, music scores and studio spaces. Structure classes and design learning goals, rubrics and assessments. Comply with the academic expectations for course planning, grading and comment writing. Participate in department, regular faculty/staff and grade level meetings, as well as professional development opportunities. Exhibit enthusiasm and joy while working collaboratively with colleagues and students. Be prepared to drive or otherwise transport Choir members in school vehicles, including nine-passenger vans.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The school is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Church Farm School welcomes and celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Contact Information Apply by letter to the address above (

Attn:

Assistant Head of School) or by email: hr@gocfs.net.

Include via separate attachments:

a cover letter indicating passion for the position, resume or curriculum vitae of qualifications and experiences, and names and contact information for three professional references. Please enter the position in the subject line of the email.