Assistant Director for Children's Choir & Accompanist, St. Mary

Diocese of Allentown • Hamburg, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Mary Parish in Hamburg, part of the Diocese of Allentown, is seeking a Staff Accompanist/Children's Choir Director. This per diem, non-exempt position reports to the Music Director. The role involves assisting with the rehearsal and direction of the Children's choir, including singing and accompanying during prelude selections and liturgy. The position has the potential to grow into a larger role within the parish music ministry, potentially including playing for weekend Masses and directing additional choral groups, with a focus on increasing participation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced organ and/or piano proficiency.
• Good understanding of music theory, vocal techniques, and choral literature.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, adults, and children.
• Must be able to read sheet music.
• Possess good vocal skills.
• Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (at least 1 year old.)
• Attendance at a Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

Nice To Haves

• Guitar playing skills would be most helpful.
• Experience performing and directing music at the Catholic liturgy in a parish setting is preferred.
• Prior experience teaching or working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Organist with the Children's choir for Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday services, including helping to choose and prepare music for choir binders.
• Direct and help accompany during the 20-30 minute prelude prior to the start of Mass-primarily helping to sing the soprano parts.
• Attend and rehearse with the Children's choir approximately 7 Sundays prior to Christmas Eve and Easter Sunday.
• Rehearse with the choir after 10:45 AM Sunday mass; from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.
• Share the playing of regular Sunday and other Masses as assigned by the Music Director and/or Pastor.

What This Job Offers

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