Choral Director & Voice Instructor (Tenure-Track)

McHenry County College; Bull Valley (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McHenry County College is seeking an Instructor of Music (Choral Activities and Voice) to provide high-quality instruction in voice, music theory, and related courses while directing the college's choral ensembles.

The successful candidate will lead Concert Choir and Chamber Singers, recruit students, partner with local schools, and promote the music program within MCC and the community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in choral conducting and vocal pedagogy.
• Experience directing choral ensembles and preparing students for public performance.
• Ability to teach students with varying levels of musical preparation and experience.
• Knowledge of choral literature spanning diverse styles, genres, and historical periods.
• Understanding of and commitment to community college mission and students.

Responsibilities

• Be available to teach in-person courses as scheduled.
• Assist in curriculum development through preparation of additional courses, seminars, or labs consistent with the needs of the college and the community.
• Participate as a faculty member in college governance, advisement of students, on college committees, and in continuing professional development.
• Provide appropriate cooperative assistance to the faculty members of the Music Department, within the Arts and Humanities Division and the faculty and staff at large in striving for educational excellence.
• Participation in assessment of learning at the classroom, course, departmental, and college level.
• Direct and conduct College choral ensembles, which include the Concert Choir and Chamber Singers, and could include other vocal ensembles.
• Teach voice to a diverse population of students with varying musical abilities.
• May teach music theory, aural skills, and other music courses as assigned.
• Select appropriate repertoire representing diverse musical styles, cultures, and historical periods.
• Prepare and direct public performances, concerts, and special events.
• Collaborate with theatre, instrumental music, and other performing arts faculty on interdisciplinary performances and productions.
• Maintain the choral music inventory, equipment, and performance resources.
• Build and maintain partnerships with K-12 music educators, school districts, community organizations, and arts organizations.
• Recruit prospective students for the music program through visits to area schools, community events, festivals, and related activities.
• Promote concerts, performances, and music program opportunities within the College and broader community.
• Travel locally for recruitment and community engagement activities.
• Participate in concerts, commencement exercises, and other institutional events is expected.

Skills

Choral Conducting

Vocal Pedagogy

Ensemble Direction

Education

Master's degree in Music: Choral Conducting, Music Education, Vocal Performance, or a closely related field.

Doctorate in Music, Choral Conducting, Music Education, Vocal Performance, or related discipline

Job description

McHenry County College is seeking an Instructor of Music (Choral Activities and Voice) to provide high-quality instruction in voice, music theory, and related courses while directing the college's choral ensembles.

The successful candidate will lead Concert Choir and Chamber Singers, recruit students, partner with local schools, and promote the music program within MCC and the community.