Position Summary:
Lancaster Country Day School seeks an experienced Choral Director for part-time employment
starting August 2026. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated interest in engaging and
inspiring Upper and Middle School students. The eventual hire will join a highly collaborative team
of Performing Arts professionals who are dedicated to outstanding teaching and learning and who
challenge students to exceed their goals - academically, artistically, and personally. The ideal
candidate will be warm, collaborative, flexible, highly organized, and possessed of impeccable
professional presence and a positive attitude.
The Middle and Upper School Choral programs perform in various settings throughout the school
year. The Choral program holds a beloved place within our school community and enjoys a loyal
and enthusiastic cadre of students and alumni.

Directs and supervises both the Middle School and Upper School Choruses, preparing them
each for performances approximately three times per school year
*Supports students with interest in attending local and regional music festivals
*In partnership with Performing Arts colleagues, designs and implements compelling
programmatic offerings
*Collaborates closely with colleagues across disciplines
*Demonstrates clear concern for each student as a learner and scaffolds instruction in a way
that encourages students to reach their full potential
*f interested, performs daily operational duties as assigned, including study hall, lunch,
recess, or bus monitoring
*Participates actively in the life of the school

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the LCDS Employment Application with
references to Brenda Tarvin via email at tarvinb@lancastercountryday.org.

Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in the Arts
*Minimum of three years of choral directing or teaching experience preferred
*Comfort with, and enthusiasm for, Middle School and Upper School students
*Commitment to an outstanding directing practice, including continuous reflection,
innovation, and professional development
*Ability to communicate and partner effectively with parents and caregivers, administration,
and colleagues
*Commitment to create and sustain a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all
students
*Desire to be part of building the larger school culture and community
*A contagious passion for the Performing Arts that extends across all grade levels and an
interest in continuously growing and improving our programs

About Lancaster Country Day School

Country Day School seeks to provide a rigorous, college preparatory academic program within a supportive environment, creating a community of outward-looking, lifelong learners. Challenging students to look at the world in new ways, LCDS has high academic and behavioral expectations of its students while providing extensive support to achieve those standards. Through especially close relationships between students and adults, the School encourages personal growth and trust, fostering confident, articulate, and thoughtful individuals who can deal with the complexities of the world and the rapid rate of technological and societal change. As a preschool - 12 school with 600+ students under one roof, LCDS encourages a close interaction between people of diverse backgrounds, striving to reflect the world as it truly exists, respect for self and for others, and a commitment to one’s contribution to society, are the hallmarks of a Country Day education. In addition to setting high expectations, the School urges both students and adults to find a proper balance, fulfilling their many obligations while maintaining a strong commitment to their own physical and emotional health. Please visit our website for more information about the school: http://www.lancastercountryday.org

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