Choir Director

Choir Director

CHOIR DIRECTOR
YOU MUST VISIT THE HOUSTON CHRISTIAN WEBSITE TO APPLY.

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. 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 the Human Resources email. Instructions and the application are accessible from the Careers page on our website Resumes are not reviewed without the complete HC application.

While HC gives preference to members of the Christian faith, the School is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations. The School is a Religious Organization as defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and accordingly reserves the right to employ persons who profess a Christian faith and have a philosophy of ministry similar to ours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person