Part-Time Worship Music Director (Choir & Worship)

Kyumc; Shelbyville (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Centenary United Methodist Church in Shelbyville, KY is seeking a Part-Time Director of Music to lead our choir and congregation in worship through music. The role is approximately 15 to 20 hours per week, offering meaningful, flexible church work for a gifted musician.

The successful candidate will direct rehearsals, supervise music for services, and collaborate with pastoral leadership to shape worship across traditional and contemporary styles.

Qualifications

• Strong piano skills; organ/guitar a plus.
• Proven experience directing a choir or vocal ensemble.
• Comfort with both traditional and contemporary worship styles.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly choir rehearsals and direct music for all worship services.
• Play piano; other instruments a plus as needed.
• Select and prepare music and lyrics for musicians and the AV team weekly.
• Help lead special services (Christmas Eve, Holy Week, Easter).
• Grow and nurture music ministry across all ages, including a children's choir.
• Collaborate with the Lead Pastor on worship vision.

Skills

Piano proficiency

Directing a choir

Communication skills

Job description

Centenary United Methodist Church in Shelbyville, KY is seeking a Part-Time Director of Music to lead our choir and congregation in worship through music. The role is approximately 15 to 20 hours per week, offering meaningful, flexible church work for a gifted musician.

The successful candidate will direct rehearsals, supervise music for services, and collaborate with pastoral leadership to shape worship across traditional and contemporary styles.