Choir Director for Singers Special Needs

JOB OPENING:
Glee Choir Director — 2026–2027 Season

Inclusive ensemble for singers in grades 4–12 with special needs.

Position starts July 1, 2026.

Founded in 1980, Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs (ACYC) is an award‑winning 501(c)(3) nonprofit and one of the oldest children’s community choral programs in the Twin Cities. ACYC serves youth in grades K–12 across nine ensembles, and is recognized throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul arts community for excellence in music education and performance.

ACYC seeks a compassionate, skilled music educator to lead the Glee Choir — a welcoming ensemble for singers in grades 4–12 with special needs. The Glee Choir creates a joyful, structured environment where singers of varying abilities develop vocal skills, build confidence, and experience the deep social rewards of making music together. A unique feature of the ensemble is the inclusion of peer mentors from ACYC’s advanced choirs, strengthening community and friendship bonds across the organization.

A parent, guardian, or caregiver attends rehearsals to support each singer.

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Special Education, Music Therapy, or a related field
• Experience directing vocal ensembles with beginning or developing singers
• Experience working with students with disabilities and/or diverse learning needs
• Ability to adapt teaching methods across a wide range of cognitive, physical, and social abilities
• Skill in creating a joyful, structured atmosphere that motivates and empowers students
• A passion for youth character development and fostering a lifelong love of music

• Plan and lead a 60‑minute rehearsal that supports diverse musical abilities and learning styles
• Develop and implement adaptive, age‑and‑ability‑appropriate choral curriculum with a focus on creative music‑making, movement, social development, basic music literacy, and enjoyment
• Prepare singers for performances appropriate to the ensemble’s readiness and comfort level
• Establish and support peer mentorships
• Maintain a safe, respectful, engaging rehearsal environment

Schedule:

September through early May (Day of week and time to be determined. The group will meet approximately 25 times with a winter and spring break). Rehearsal location:
Bloomington, MN.

• Paid accompanist
• Rehearsal and performance space
• Paid administrative staff and support

• Part‑time independent contractor agreement
• $7,500 per year | No benefits