Vocal Instructor & Coach

Dwight--englewood-Schoo; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dwight Englewood School in Englewood, NJ invites applications for a Vocal Instructor & Coach to join our Music Lesson Faculty. The role focuses on weekly private voice lessons across lower to upper school, combining performance background with pedagogical skill.

The ideal candidate will guide students in vocal technique, repertoire, and recital preparation, while ensuring a welcoming, inclusive studio environment and meeting safety clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theater, or related field.
• Professional or high-level regional background in Musical Theater with versatility in other vocal genres.
• Ability to pass NJ State background checks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly 45-minute private voice lessons to a diverse roster of students.
• Teach healthy vocal mechanics, breath support, pitch, posture, and vocal health.
• Select and assign age-appropriate repertoire across musical theater, classical, pop, jazz, etc.
• Prepare students for the Music Lesson Recital in May 2027.

Skills

Vocal pedagogy

Vocal performance

Musical theater

Repertoire selection

Audition preparation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theater, or related field

Job description

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Vocal Instructor & Coach

Dwight Englewood School, Englewood, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1204

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, highly skilled, and engaging Vocal Instructor & Coach to join our Music Lesson Faculty. This position involves providing weekly, one-on-one private voice lessons to students across our Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

The ideal candidate combines a strong background in musical theater performance with deep expertise in vocal pedagogy and interpretation, alongside a versatile foundation in modern and contemporary vocal styles. We welcome an instructor who can inspire young beginners while rigorously preparing middle and upper school students for auditions and performances, as well as the Music Lesson Recital in May 2027.

Key Responsibilities

Private Instruction: Deliver weekly 45-minute individual voice lessons to a diverse roster of students.

Vocal Technique & Pedagogy: Teach healthy vocal mechanics, breath support, pitch accuracy, posture, vocal health, and age-appropriate vocal placement tailored to each student’s developmental stage.

Repertoire Selection: Select and assign engaging, age-appropriate repertoire spanning musical theater, classical, pop, jazz, etc.

Recital Performance: Prepare students for the Music Lesson Recital in May 2027.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Vocal Performance, Vocal Pedagogy, Musical Theater, or a related field.

Performance Experience: Proven professional or high-level regional background in Musical Theater, with demonstrated versatility in other vocal genres.

Clearances: Ability to pass standard NJ State background checks

Dwight-Englewood School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or military veteran status. The diversity of our student body supports our commitment to employ a diverse faculty and staff. Educators from all backgrounds who bring knowledge and expertise in equity, diversity and multicultural education are especially encouraged to apply.