Upper School Orchestra Director (Part-Time)

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School seeks to hire an innovative, nurturing, and knowledgeable
Upper School (US) Orchestra Director (grades 9-12) with responsibilities to begin in August
2026. At St. Andrews, we believe in the importance of multi-contextual relationships as
foundations for learning. Beyond relevant credentials and experience, compelling
candidates should work effectively with high school age students, demonstrate a creative
and engaging instructional style, and value the whole student's development. All teachers
at St. Andrew’s are responsible for advancing the school’s mission and its commitment to
fostering an inclusive learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Teach Honors Orchestra, providing ensemble-based instruction.
• Lead performances throughout the year, including the ISAS Fine Arts Festival and
collaborative Upper and Middle School concerts.
• Oversee instrument inventory and maintenance.
• Coordinate music and supply orders within budget guidelines.
• Support student participation in TPSMEA/TMEA solo, ensemble, and honors auditions.
• Participate in departmental meetings and ongoing program planning.

ALL ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL FACULTY MEMBERS
 • Uphold the mission and Episcopal Identity of the school
  • Act as an advisor for 8-10 students daily - provide academic support, social
    emotional development, & facilitate DEIB discussions
 • Attend daily chapel with their advisory
 • Understand that they are more than just a classroom teacher & approach
    situations with a “student-first” mindset
 • Prioritize student relationships & foster a safe and predictable environment
 • Attend weekly meetings to facilitate growth & learning: full faculty, divisional,
    team-level, departmental and others as needed.
 • Utilize professional development opportunities to continue growth in their craft
 • Strive to connect & collaborate with other disciplines
 • Are team players & open to serving the community in other ways that arise
    throughout a school year

OUR MISSION
St. Andrew's develops exemplary scholars, artists, athletes and servants in a loving
Episcopal community who are curious, courageous and compassionate global citizens.

OUR SCHOOL
St. Andrew’s is a co-educational Episcopal K-12 day school, enrolling approximately
990 students on two campuses in Austin, Texas. The school strives to help young
people from diverse racial, religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds to
achieve their potential not only in intellectual understanding but also in aesthetic
sensitivity, physical well-being, and moral decisiveness so that they may lead
productive, responsible lives, not only for themselves but also for their community. For
more information about St.
Andrew’s School in Austin, please access our website: www.sasaustin.org.

To Apply
Please submit your resume and letter of interest to Kathy Quisenberry, Human Resources
Manager, at hr@sasaustin.org. Candidates who contribute to the cultural and ethnic
diversity of the community are encouraged to apply.

About St. Andrew’s Episcopal School

St. Andrew's is committed to providing equal opportunity in all personnel actions and
in the administration of all policies and programs.

St. Andrew's employs individuals without regard to race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion,
disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation as protected by federal, state, or local law.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in music education, music performance, or a related
   field required; master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated passion for teaching music and working with high school
   students.
• Ability to instruct students across a range of skill levels, with clear
   evidence of differentiated instruction.
• Strong knowledge of appropriate ensemble and solo repertoire.
• Commitment to planning and facilitating collaborative, student-centered
   learning experiences, including culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Proficient in computer applications, including Google Workspace.

About St. Andrew's Episcopal School

St. Andrew’s is a co-educational Episcopal K-12 day school, enrolling approximately 990 students on two campuses in Austin, Texas. The school strives to help young people from diverse racial, religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds to achieve their potential not only in intellectual understanding but also in aesthetic sensitivity, physical well-being, and moral decisiveness so that they may lead productive, responsible lives, not only for themselves but also for their community. For more information about St. Andrew’s School in Austin, please access our website: www.sasaustin.org.

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