Choir Director Pool (High School) - 2026-27 School Year

Young World Physical Education

Denton (TX)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A school district in Texas is seeking a Choir Director for the 2026-27 School Year. This full-time position involves providing choral instruction and managing choir activities. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Music and a Music Teacher Certification. The role requires strong communication skills and previous choir teaching experience. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-level educational program and ensure compliance with relevant guidelines. Competitive pay and development opportunities are included.

Qualifications

Master's Degree, preferred; Bachelor's Degree required.
Music Teacher Certification (Vocal/Choral Emphasis) EC-12 required.
At least five years of successful choir teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide choral instruction and encourage student development.
Manage and supervise choir activities and contests.
Ensure compliance with all DISD/UIL/TMEA rules and guidelines.
Ensure compliance with DISD/UIL/TMEA rules and guidelines.
Recruit and retain choir members and monitor eligibility criteria for participation.
Coordinate with Fine Arts Director in scheduling competitions and arrangements.
Collaborate with staff to plan instructional goals for student performances.

Skills

Choral instruction

Communication skills

Team management

Music education

Policy interpretation (UIL/TMEA)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music

Master's Degree in Music (preferred)

Music degree (Vocal/Choral Emphasis)

Music Teacher Certification (Vocal/Choral Emphasis) EC-12

Job description

Choir Director Pool (High School) - 2026-27 School Year

Denton Independent School District – Denton, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5543989

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 18, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Reports to: Principal/Fine Arts Director

Pay Grade: Teacher Pay

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide choral instruction and encourage students to develop the skill and ability to excel in vocal/choral ability. Responsible for contributing to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of each student. Provide opportunities for students to participate in a high-level, challenging curriculum in the areas of responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification: Master’s Degree, preferred; Bachelor’s Degree required. Music Degree (Vocal/Choral Emphasis); Music Teacher Certification (Vocal/Choral Emphasis) EC-12 required.
Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of overall operation of choral music program; Ability to manage budget and personnel; Knowledge of state TMEA and UIL policies governing choir; Ability to implement policy and procedures; Ability to interpret data; Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills; General knowledge of teaching techniques and procedures.
Experience: At least five years of successful choir teaching experience and choral program administration preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Establishes performance criteria for competition and evaluates students’ musical abilities initially and on a regular basis.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student musical group involved.
Manages and supervises choir activities, contests and practice sessions that promote individual growth in musical skills, teamwork and appropriate concert/performance etiquette.
Keeps informed of and ensures compliance with all DISD/UIL/TMEA rules and guidelines.
Recruits and retains student membership in the choir program, as well as monitors and enforces student eligibility criteria for extracurricular participation.
Works with Fine Arts Director in scheduling competitions and coordinating arrangements.
Cooperates with other members of the school staff in planning and implementing instructional goals and objectives for the overall educational development of student performances.
Assists in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.
Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records, inventory and additional required data using Charms music management system and other required documents.
Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules and the local board policy in area of music.
Follows all the rules, regulations and policies of Denton ISD and follows directives from superiors.
Follows attendance policy as assigned by Supervisor.
Performs other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or Supervisor.
Travels with choir students and supervises group during choir competitions in assigned events.
Maintains proper and appropriate discipline among students during choir contests, practice sessions and while on trips off school property.
Encourages, by example, and through instruction, sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of choir participation.
Establishes and maintains open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
Maintains professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Articulates the district’s mission and goals in the area of choir to the community and solicits its support in realizing the mission.
Supports choir booster club activities and ensure operation according to UIL Booster Club Guidelines.
Obtains and uses evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.
Recommends policies to improve program.
Demonstrates awareness of district-community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs.
Demonstrates the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
Develops professional skills appropriate to job assignment.
Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible.
Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
Develops and coordinates a continuing evaluation of the choral program and implement changes based on the findings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interprets policy, procedures and data; coordinates district functions; maintains emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.

MINIMUM SALARY: Teacher Pay

DUTY DAYS: 187

APPOINTMENT: The appointment of this position will be recommended to the Board of Trustees by the Superintendent of Schools on the basis of the applicant’s training, experience, and expertise. The Board of Trustees must give final approval.

Position Type: Full-Time

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