Music Program Director

Association of Independent Schools in New England; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing

Meals

Health coverage

Tuition remission

Campus facilities access

Job summary

Association of Independent Schools in New England's St. Mark’s School in Southborough, MA seeks a Music Program Director to lead a vibrant modern music program in a boarding-school setting.

The role involves teaching ensembles, organizing performances, mentoring students, and collaborating with chaplains and arts staff. The position reports to the Arts Department Head, with housing and meals provided as part of a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced study preferred.
• Proven ability to direct ensembles and repertoire selection.
• Experience mentoring student musicians in a boarding-school setting.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Arts Department to strengthen music offerings and participation.
• Teach music courses or ensembles annually based on expertise and student interest.
• Organize concerts, recitals, visiting artists, and student performances.
• Mentor student musicians and support external opportunities.
• Partner with Chaplains to lead community singing and Chapel music.
• Oversee private lessons, supervise staff and manage budget and equipment.
• Collaborate with Admissions and Communications to showcase musicians.
• Coordinate facility logistics and rentals with Auxiliary Programs.
• Advise students and participate in residential life.
• Fulfill two seasons of co-curricular duties and lead events like festivals.

Skills

Ensemble directing

Music education leadership

Collaborative planning

Mentoring adolescents

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music or related field

Job description

Position Title: Music Program Director

Start Date: August 2027

Contract Type: Yearly; 10-month

School Type: Boarding

Inspire student musicians, spark creativity, and bring our community together through music and performance.

Why Join Us

St. Mark’s School seeks an imaginative, energetic, and collaborative musician-educator to teach, strengthen music programming, and bring our community together through performance. We welcome candidates who can engage experienced musicians and inspire students who may not yet see themselves as musicians. A full‑time member of the Arts Department reporting to the Department Head, the Music Program Director will collaborate with arts colleagues and the Chaplains to support a vibrant musical culture and the School’s Episcopal tradition. Like all faculty, they will participate fully in residential school life through teaching, advising, and residential life responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with Arts Department colleagues to strengthen music offerings, expand participation, and contribute to a shared vision for the arts aligned with the School’s mission and strategic priorities.
• Teach academic courses in music and/or ensembles annually, with offerings shaped by your musical expertise and student interests (previous offerings include Choir, Jazz Band, Orchestra, Music Theory, & Music Studio).
• Organize concerts, recitals, visiting artist programs, and informal performances and support student‑led music‑making.
• Mentor student musicians and support participation in District, All‑State, and other external opportunities.
• Partner with the Chaplains to strengthen community singing and student participation in Chapel, providing musical leadership and inclusive repertoire for regular services and special traditions, including Lessons and Carols.
• Oversee the private lesson program, supervise the Music Administrative Assistant and part‑time music professionals, and manage the budget, instruments, equipment, facilities, scheduling, and performance logistics.
• Partner with Admission, Advancement, and Communications to showcase student musicians and strengthen recruitment and community engagement.
• Work with Auxiliary Programs to explore appropriate facility rental opportunities and coordinate necessary logistics.
• Advise students, contribute to residential life, and fulfill other responsibilities associated with teaching at a residential school.
• Fulfill the equivalent of two seasons of co‑curricular responsibilities, with assignments based on the candidate’s interests and expertise and the School’s needs. Opportunities may include leading signature music events such as the WICK A Cappella Festival or Cutler Jazz Festival, advising a cappella groups, supporting musical theater productions, or coaching athletics.

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree; advanced study in music or a related field is preferred.
• Accomplished musicianship and success teaching and mentoring adolescents from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience directing ensembles and organizing performances or music programs.
• Strong organizational and collaborative skills, with the ability to expand participation and manage program operations; supervisory experience is preferred.
• A commitment to inclusive teaching, professional growth, and full participation in boarding school life.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Join a close‑knit community with opportunities to develop engaging courses and make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. Benefits include housing, meals, health coverage, tuition remission, and access to campus facilities.

Salary Range

$43,500-$85,000, commensurate with experience and educational background.

About St. Mark’s

St. Mark’s School is a coeducational boarding high school of approximately 375 students in Southborough, Massachusetts, 22 miles west of Boston. Since 1865, St. Mark’s has prioritized deep curiosity, character formation, and community. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.