Position Type:
High School Teaching/Music - Choral

Date Posted:
6/10/2021

Location:
Ridgeland High School

Date Available:
07/05/2021

Closing Date:
06/22/2021

Applicants must hold a Mississippi educator license with endorsement code: 166. Send a letter of interest and resume to Principal Keith Fennell at kfennell@madison-schools.com

Job Description: High School Choral Music Director

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A bachelor's degree in education / in compliance with MSHAA.
2. A valid Mississippi teaching certificate / in compliance with MSHAA.
3. Strong communication, both oral and in written, skills are required.
4. Strong interpersonal skills are required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and members of the community.
5. Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of choirs.
6. Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching.
7. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

REPORTS TO:
High School Principal

PERSONNEL REPORTING TO THIS POSITION:
None

JOB GOAL:
This position is responsible for teaching and instructing students of the choral music program. This position shall set an example of an exceptional professional educator and be ever mindful that both Director and student represent Madison County Schools and are expected to conduct themselves in an exemplary manner.
This position shall not only be responsible for the development of entertaining choirs and ensembles but also, the development of self-discipline, character, teamwork, leadership, citizenship, responsibility, academic excellence and the molding of the leaders of tomorrow's society. The primary duties of the person holding this position will be to instruct and manage the high school choral music program; promote school spirit through musical performances; and encourage student participation.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
1. Public performances
2. Choral/Ensemble practice and activities
3. Student conduct and discipline
4. Choral Equipment & Music Library Maintenance
5. Student participation and morale
6. Public relations
7. Student welfare
8. Student eligibility

JOB DUTIES:
1. Instructs and plans the high school choral music program.
2. Maintains and purchases instruments, music library, equipment and facilitates repair services when needed.
3. Ensures proper conduct and discipline of all student members of the choir.
4. Establishes and maintains rapport with students and encourages student participation.
5. Motivates students to achieve maximum potential.
6. Provides opportunities for and supports student involvement in the promotion of school spirit.
7. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
8. Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community resources.
9. Organizes and assists in after school practice sessions routinely in preparation for winter and spring concerts.
10. Coordinates publicity for choral activities, notifying proper staff members of all activities scheduled by the group.
11. Coordinates all performances in conjunction with the High School Principal and Athletic Director.
12. Ensures the choir performs in appropriate district and high school music festivals.
13. Ensures student choir members are uniformly dressed for all public appearances.
14. Interacts with the Jr. High School Choral Director to ensure consistency in instructional achievement between the school levels.
15. Rides bus for away events.
16. Maintains a clean and organized choral hall.
17. Maintains compliance with all rules and regulations of the Mississippi High School Activities Association.
18. Complies with and supports all school district regulations and policies.
19. Performs any other duties and activities deemed appropriate by the director of the choral music program or the principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
187-day position

EVALUATION:
Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the High School Principal