General Summary: Provide music and vocal instruction to Upper and Middle School students by encouraging creative expression, and foster the discovery and development of talents in the field of vocal music while creating a positive learning environment for optimum learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead four curricular choirs: 6^th grade chorus, 7^th grade chorus, 8^th grade chorus, and Upper School Concert Choir.
• Coordinate choir participation at extracurricular events, including ceremonies and all-school events on campus.
• Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Maintain the choral music library.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal settings.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the performing arts department.
• Participate in WSMA Solo and Ensemble contest as a coach and collaborative pianist.
• Teach students to read music, understand musical concepts, and appreciate the connection of music to history.
• Adapt the curriculum to the needs of children with varying intellectual and musical abilities, as well as accommodation of a variety of instructional activities.
• Communicate student progress with parents through formal and informal communication.
• Plan and present choral concerts and attend colleagues’ performances.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve an optimal learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Utilize various repertoire representing many musical styles to increase students’ developmental and skill level.
• Provide musical direction and serve on the production team for one Middle and one Upper School musical each year.
• Attend and participate in professional meetings, including collaborative teams, division meetings, and professional development.
• Initiate, implement, and coordinate programs with colleagues throughout the school.
• Completes other tasks as deemed appropriate by the school administration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:                                        

• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the vocal music and choral instruction
• Proficient in reading music
• Proficient piano skills and/or collaborative piano
• Skilled choral director
• Secure knowledge of best practices in music instruction, and the ability to utilize a variety of strategies for various grade levels
• Ability to plan for and execute a multi-grade level concert
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability and the desire to work with a diverse student population
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and maintain positive professional relationships
• Ability to read, comprehend, follow and give oral and written instructions
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong degree of self- direction and motivation
• High level of maturity, confidentiality, and assertiveness
• Capable of using tact and diplomacy in dealing with others
• Capable of competently operating technology

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or advanced degree in vocal music performance or choral music education preferred
• WI DPI music licenses 510 (vocal music), or 511 (choral music) preferred
• 3-5 years teaching experience

About University School of Milwaukee

University School of Milwaukee is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students from prekindergarten (age 3) through grade 12. Current enrollment is 1,150 students. We welcome candidates that add to our diversity. University School of Milwaukee is an equal opportunity employer. More information may be found at www.usm.org

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