JOB TITLE:       Choir Director                                                              CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO:   Principal                                                                        PAY GRADE: Salary Schedule

LOCATION:       ASSIGNED CAMPUS                                                     DATE REVISED: 9/1/2023

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the choir program at the assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. 

Qualifications:

     Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Valid Arkansas teaching certificate
• Demonstrated competency in music and choir

       Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of music theory, conducting, harmony, and vocal production
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to interpret data
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

       Experience:

• Student teaching or approved internship experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

   Instructional Strategies

1. Provide instruction and leadership to choir students, conduct and lead the choir, provide musical guidance, conduct auditions, and guide students in achieving correct tone, pitch, rhythm, tempo, and harmony. Lead a vocal ensemble or solo performance. 
2. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in choir.
3. Provide for choir participation at extracurricular events including concerts. 
4. Coordinate suitable choir formations, rehearsals, competitions, routines, and performances.
5. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
6. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles and needs of the students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Department of Education, board policies, and administrative regulations.
7. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
8. Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
9. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs. 

Student Growth and Development

1. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
2. Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

1. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development 
2. of students.
3. Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
4. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
5. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Communication

1. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues,
2. and community members.

Budget and Inventory

1. Develop and administer a budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.
2. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
3. Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
4. Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all equipment.
5. Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and other documents.

Professional Growth and Development

1. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
2. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
3. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education, and board policy in the choir area.

Other

1. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prairie Grove School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the

basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status,

ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as

defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such

discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.