Choral Director

National Catholic Educational Association; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown Preparatory School seeks a dedicated Choral Director to lead its vocal music program. The successful candidate will inspire and educate students, ensuring a commitment to the Jesuit philosophy while managing performances and choral activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate music educator to contribute to a renowned institution.

Benefits

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

403B retirement plan with match

Qualifications

• Experience leading choral ensembles essential.
• Appreciation for Jesuit model of education desired.
• Commitment to cura personalis philosophy is important.

Responsibilities

• Direct two choral ensembles.
• Organize and attend performances outside school hours.
• Inspire students through a love of music.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Inspiration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related field

Job description

Georgetown Preparatory School, the nation's oldest Jesuit high school, is currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Choral Director to lead our vocal music program. The ideal candidate will inspire students through a love of music, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and bring a collaborative spirit to our fine arts team. This position involves directing two choral ensembles and organizing a variety of performances throughout the academic year. This will include organizing and attending musical events outside of school hours. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting or a related field and experience leading choral ensembles. The ideal candidate will also have experience with and appreciation for the Jesuit model of education, and a desire to train and care for the whole student in accordance with the Jesuit philosophy cura personalis. Georgetown Prep requires a commitment to the mission and values of the school, as well as a willingness to contribute to the co-curricular program.

Georgetown Preparatory School, located outside Washington, DC and founded in 1789, is an independent, Jesuit, college preparatory, residential and day school for young men in grades 9-12. Enrollment is 500. Average class size is 16.

How to apply: All interested candidates should submit their application through our website employment section. Candidates should include the following:

1. A letter of interest addressed to the Headmaster

2. Resume

3. A response to the following: Describe your philosophy of education and explain how you hope to put it into practice as a member of the Georgetown Prep faculty. (Maximum Response: 1000 words)

Compensation is commensurate with experience. Georgetown Prep offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package (including health, disability, sick and vacation leave, 403B retirement plan with match, and a variety of other employee-valued benefits).

To apply, please begin the application process by clicking on this link:

https://forms.veracross.com/Forms/gprep/ApplicationforEmployment/StartNew.aspx