• Job Description

  Req#: 5194172

  Job Title	Choir Director
  Department	Campus
  Reports To	Fine Arts Coordinator/Campus Principial

  Pay Grade	Teacher Pay Step Scale	Workdays	187
  Minimum Salary	$55,142	Type of Assignment	Exempt
  Mid-Point Salary	N/A	Contract Status	Chapter 21
  Funding	This position is locally funded.
  Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. Annualized pay may be pro-rated based on actual start date.

  Position Summary

  Direct and manage the choir program at assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

  Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned.
  • Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned.
  • Demonstrated competency in music and choir.
  • Must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the candidate.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Three years of experience as a classroom teacher.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of music theory, conducting, harmony, and vocal production.
  • Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
  • Knowledge of (UIL) University Interscholastic League rules.
  • Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
  • Ability to interpret data.
  • Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

  Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities

  • Provide instruction and leadership to choir students, conduct and lead the choir, provide musical guidance, conduct auditions, and guide students to achieve correct tone, pitch, rhythm, tempo, and harmony. Lead a vocal ensemble or solo performance.
  • Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in choir.
  • Provide for choir participation at extracurricular events including concerts and UIL.
  • Coordinate suitable choir formations, rehearsals, competitions, routines, and performances.
  • Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
  • Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
  • Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
  • Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs. Student Growth and Development.
  • Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district. Classroom Management and Organization.
  • Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
  • Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trips activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Communication.
  • Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members. Budget and Inventory.
  • Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective, and funds are managed wisely.
  • Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
  • Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
  • Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all instruments and equipment.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Professional Growth and Development.
  • Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
  • Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, UIL rules, and board policy in the choir area. Personnel Management.
  • Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant choir directors.
  • Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable state, district, and campus policies, including UIL regulations, attendance procedures, and confidentiality standards.

  • Comply with all district routines and regulations.

  • Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.

  Working Conditions

  Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals.

  Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

  Motion: Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding/use of mouse; occasional reaching.

  Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.

  Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide and/or out-of-state travel.

  Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; work with frequent deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress.

  Supervisory Responsibilities

  Non-Discrimination Notice: Boerne Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.

• About the company

  Boerne Independent School District is a public school district based in Boerne, Texas.

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