Long Term Substitute: Choir Teacher

# Long Term Substitute:
Choir Teacher Denver Christian
- Lakewood, CO 80235## Overview Salary Range $23.13 - $23.13 Hourly Position Type Full Time## Description DEPARTMENT:
Performing Arts

REPORTS TO:

Derika Hacker, Middle School Principal

WORK HOURS:

Monday
- Friday, 7:45 - 3:45, with evening hours required for concerts and rehearsals. At least one evening concert will be directed during the leave period.

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Choir Teacher leads the secondary choral department and teaches middle school general music during the absence of the department’s regular director. This role provides continuity and high-quality musical instruction for middle and high school choir students, with support from a full-time accompanist. The position requires strong conducting and music literacy skills, confidence leading multi-part rehearsals, and the ability to prepare and direct students in performance, including at least one evening concert.

The Choir Teacher helps sustain a strong choral program and a positive, faith-centered learning environment for students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Choral Instruction and Rehearsal Leadership
* Leads daily middle and high school choir rehearsals, building vocal technique, tone, diction, and ensemble skills.
* Conducts and rehearses multi-part music (SATB, SAB, SSA, and other voicings), reading and interpreting vocal scores accurately.
* Teaches music literacy, including sight-singing, rhythm reading, and music theory fundamentals, at the appropriate level for each ensemble.
* Selects and prepares repertoire suited to each ensemble’s age and ability, ensuring a balance of styles and sacred and secular selections consistent with the school’s mission.
* Works in daily partnership with the accompanist to plan rehearsals and prepare music.

General Music Instruction
* Plans and teaches middle school general music courses aligned with school curriculum and standards.
* Develops engaging lessons that build music appreciation, listening skills, and basic performance skills.
* Assesses student progress, records grades, and communicates progress to students and families.

Performance and Events
* Prepares students for and directs at least one evening concert during the leave period.
* Coordinates concert logistics, including program planning, rehearsal schedules, risers and staging, and student attire.
* Communicates concert dates, expectations, and student responsibilities to families.

Department Leadership and Operations
* Provides leadership for the secondary choral department, maintaining program continuity and student engagement.
* Maintains choral music library, equipment, and rehearsal space; submits supply or music purchase requests through internal systems.
* Reviews the department calendar and plans with the outgoing director to ensure a smooth transition.

Student Support and Community
* Maintains a positive, orderly, and inclusive classroom culture; manages behavior in line with school expectations.
* Communicates professionally with families, colleagues, and administrators.
* Supports student accommodations in partnership with Student Support.
* Participates in faculty meetings, devotionals, and school events.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Choral Music, or a closely related field.
* Proficient music literacy, including the ability to read and interpret multi-voice-part scores.
* Demonstrated conducting skills and comfort leading rehearsals with accompanist support.
* Ability to teach middle school general music.
* Willingness to direct at least one evening concert during the leave period.
* Ability to work with students in grades [6-12] in a manner consistent with a Christian school environment.
* Colorado teaching license or eligibility to…