Upper School Vocal Music Teacher

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Position
:
Upper School Vocal Music Teacher
Department
:
Upper School –Music
Location
:
Kellner Performing Arts Center, Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA
Hours
:
Full-time with the flexibility to work nights and weekends
FLSA
:
Exempt
Classification
:
Faculty (Academic Year)

Salary Range
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For the 2026-27 academic year, faculty salaries range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Placement within this range is determined by years of experience. In alignment with Milton Academy’s faculty salary scale, which is designed to ensure equitable pay progression.

Housing Stipend
:
Faculty members who reside off-campus will also receive an annual stipend of $13,000 in addition to the base salary listed above.

Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory K–12 school, boarding and day in grades 9–12, located just outside of Boston.

Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and to live by our motto, “Dare to be true.”

Summary of Position
:

Milton Academy seeks a passionate, collaborative, and dynamic vocal music teacher to teach and supervise Upper School vocal courses and co-curricular programming. The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of vocal pedagogy, ensemble leadership, and student recruitment, as well as a commitment to inclusive and diverse repertoire. Primary responsibilities include leading Glee Club (Class IV Chorus) and the Chamber Chorus (Chamber Singers), supporting various a cappella ensembles, and serving as the music director for the Performing Arts Department’s annual main stage musical production.

The role will also teach across a variety of general music courses (depending on experience and program needs), collaborate on theatrical productions, and be the primary driver of shaping the future of the school’s vocal and general music curriculum. The ideal candidate will also have capacity to support instrumental ensembles and collaborate with the jazz and orchestral programs.

Other faculty member responsibilities at Milton Academy encompass advising, community, and residential life activities, among others. Please see the full job description for more information.

The school seeks candidates who could contribute to the broader student experience, from co-curricular to athletic to residential life programming.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Teaching and Curriculum

• Recruit, direct, and musically lead Upper School vocal ensembles, including Glee Club (Class IV Chorus), Chamber Chorus (Chamber Singers), and a cappella ensembles.
• Teach a combination of Upper School music courses based on departmental needs and candidate expertise, which may include:
  Class IV General Music, Class IV Jazz, Orchestra, Music Theory, Music History, and/or other electives.
• Serve as Music Director for the Upper School Musical and collaborate closely with Performing Arts colleagues on auditions, rehearsal process, pit/ensemble coordination, and production week.
• Support an Advanced Theatre course in collaboration with the Performing Arts department (e.g., vocal coaching, rehearsal support, musical preparation, or interdisciplinary units).
• Guide and mentor students involved in Class IV Follies (9th grade musical), supporting musical preparation and student leadership development.
• Serve on the Senior Project Committee and mentor students pursuing music-related senior projects as needed.
• Envision and design engaging, inclusive vocal programs that celebrate diverse musical styles, traditions, and composers, and that foster student belonging and connection.
• Incorporate contemporary tools such as digital recording, notation software, and music…