Choir Director and Chapel Music Coordinator (Part-Time)

St. Mark’s School • Southborough, MA

5d • $12,000 - $18,000

About The Position

Choir Director and Chapel Music Coordinator (Part-Time) (1 year position) Start Date: August 2026 Contract Type: Part-time, 1 year position School Type: Boarding Bring your passion for choral music, community singing, and student mentorship to St. Mark’s as we cultivate a vibrant and inclusive musical life at the heart of our school community. Why Join Us At St. Mark’s, music plays a central role in bringing our community together. From daily chapel to special traditions and performances, we value the power of shared musical experiences to inspire, connect, and reflect our collective spirit. As a residential school, we view the work of faculty holistically. Even in part-time roles, faculty contribute meaningfully to the life of the School, building relationships with students and supporting programs that extend beyond the classroom. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the musical and spiritual life of the School through both formal instruction and community-wide programming. This is a 1 year position starting in August, 2026 and running through May, 2027. What You’ll Do Reporting to the Arts Department and working closely with the Chaplaincy, the Choir Director and Chapel Music Coordinator leads choral programming and supports the musical life of the School.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a passion for choral music and community-centered musical experiences
• Bring experience as a musician, educator, and program leader
• Exhibit the ability to work effectively with high school students in both instructional and extracurricular settings
• Show a commitment to inclusive pedagogy and the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
• Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues across departments, especially within the Arts and Chaplaincy
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills in managing performances, events, and student groups
• Bring energy, creativity, and flexibility to a dynamic school environment
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in music or a related field
• Experience as a professional musician, educator, or administrator
• Experience working in an educational setting, preferably with high school students
• Experience directing or managing concerts, festivals, or school events

Nice To Haves

• Experience with chapel or church music programs
• Ability to play the organ is a plus

Responsibilities

• Teach one section of choir, fostering vocal technique, musicality, and ensemble skills
• Prepare students for performances throughout the year, including concerts and special events such as Family Weekend and Lessons and Carols
• Collaborate with the Chaplains to support and enhance the Chapel program through thoughtful musical leadership
• Facilitate community singing during regular and evening chapel services
• Organize and prepare the choir to perform in monthly evening chapel services
• Support students in preparing for District and All-State music opportunities
• Serve as a faculty advisor and mentor for student-led a cappella groups
• Lead the planning and execution of the annual WICK A Cappella Festival
• Contribute creatively to the musical and cultural life of the School through performances, events, and collaborations with students and faculty

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level