Teacher 2026-2027 / Secondary Choir Director/Asst. Director (Fall Vacancies)

SCHOOLS; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Cypress, Texas seeks a Secondary Choir Director/Asst. Director for the 2026-2027 year. The role involves recruiting students, teaching vocal technique, preparing ensembles for UIL/TMEA events, and collaborating with Fine Arts staff.

This is a 187-day probationary/term contract with a T60 pay grade and potential stipends. Head Director applicants should demonstrate the ability to grow a large choir in a public school, plus minimum three years as a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid teaching certificate for secondary music.
• Demonstrates skills in teaching vocal technique and choir.
• Experience leading and collaborating with students, parents, teachers, and admins.
• Knowledge of TMEA and UIL rules and procedures.
• Head Director applicants: experience growing a large public school choir.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and retain students in the choir program.
• Teach vocal pedagogy and skills for success at UIL evaluations.
• Prepare students for auditions and competitions (UIL/TMEA).
• Collaborate with Fine Arts staff and vertical teams.
• Mentor assistant directors and manage budget, fundraising, and programs for Head Director.

Skills

Vocal technique & choir

Leadership & teamwork

Strong communication

Knowledge of TMEA/UIL rules

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Teacher 2026-2027 / Secondary Choir Director/Asst. Director (Fall Vacancies)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5541006
Application Deadline: Dec 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Feb 17, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university.
• Valid teaching certificate appropriate for secondary music.
• Demonstrates skills in teaching vocal technique and choir.
• Demonstrates skills in leading, motivating, and cooperating with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of T.M.E.A. and U.I.L. rules and procedures.
• For Head Director applicants, demonstrates ability to grow and maintain a large, successful choir program in a public school setting.
• For Head Director applicants, minimum of three years of experience as a secondary public school director.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Probationary/Term Contract: 187 days

SALARY:

Pay Grade T60 (Teacher Classification) as approved by the Board of Trustees

Additional stipend as approved

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Recruit and retain students in thechoir program.
• Teach appropriatevocal pedagogy andvocal skills for student success, including at UIL evaluations.
• Prepare individual students for success at individual auditions and competitions, including UIL and TMEA competitions.
• Collaborate with building Fine Arts staff and vertical staff.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work frequent prolonged and irregular hours.
• Collaborate in preparation of Non-Varsity and Varsity Ensembles for successful performances and competitions.
• Head Directors will be expected to mentor and train assistant director(s) when appropriate.
• Head directors will be expected to manage the budget, fundraising, private lesson program, library andinventory.
• Head Directors will be expected towork withthe booster club to implement approved goals (when applicable).
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Additional Application Requirements for Head Choir Teachers:

Paste a “link” of your personal digital portfolio to a document or PDF and upload that document in the Custom Attachment section of your application. This link should be viewable by all that have the link. This portfolio should include recordings of your 2 most recent performing groups. If you were an assistant director for these performances, you may include recordings of performing groups that you collaborated with.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

2. Posture:Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing

3. Motion: Frequent walking

4. Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); may liftclassroom equipment

5. Environment: Regular exposure to noise

6. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequenttravel and frequent travel by school bus.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Joe Glass , Coordinator of Secondary Music
• FINE ARTS
• Email: [e-mail]