Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music Teacher/Choir Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for music education, experience with directing choirs, and an understanding of Jewish musical traditions. The Music Teacher/Choir Director will be responsible for developing and leading our school choir program, the Golden Ochtaves, which includes students from various grade levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead music classes tailored to middle and high school students, offering opportunities for student-led projects, ensemble performances, and collaborative music-making experiences.
• Create engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
• Assess student progress through regular evaluations, performance assessments, and constructive feedback sessions.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive choir program that aligns with the school’s educational goals and Jewish values.
• Conduct regular choir rehearsals, ensuring students are engaged, motivated, and improving their musical skills.
• Select an appropriate repertoire that reflects a range of musical styles, emphasizing Jewish music.
• Plan and direct choir performances for school events, holidays, and community programs.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student participation and growth.
• Collaborate with other faculty members to integrate music into the broader curriculum.
• Provide individual or small group vocal coaching as needed.
• Manage administrative tasks related to the choir program, including scheduling, communication with parents, and maintaining music library.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience directing choirs, preferably in a school setting.
• Strong knowledge of vocal techniques and choral conducting.
• Familiarity with Jewish liturgical music and traditions.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire and engage students of varying ages and skill levels.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

About Golda Och Academy

Golda Och Academy is a vibrant learning community that focuses on the intellectual, social, and spiritual needs of each child. In the tradition of Solomon Schechter schools, Golda Och Academy grounds a rigorous dual academic curriculum in the culture and tenets of Conservative Judaism and welcomes students from a wide range of synagogue affiliations and Jewish expression.  Our school is divided into two campuses - one for the Lower School (grades Pre-K - 5) and one for the Upper School (grades 6 -12) - located about two miles apart in West Orange. The school serves approximately 500 students from more than 60 communities across New Jersey. As a Jewish Day School, we dismiss at 2:00 on Fridays for the observance of Shabbat and are closed for most major Jewish Holidays. 

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (for full-time positions).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the position.
• A current resume.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Any relevant recordings or videos of past choir performances (if available).

Please send your application materials to USjobs@goldaochacademy.org by July 15, 2024.

Golda Och Academy is an inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

The School conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Eligible employees receive a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options, and many other valuable programs.

About Golda Och Academy

Located in West Orange, New Jersey, Golda Och Academy is an accredited private independent school, educating students from Pre-K through 12th grade in a flexible and caring environment that nurtures their minds and spirits. We ground a dual academic curriculum in the culture and tenets of Conservative Judaism while welcoming students and families from a range of synagogue affiliations and Jewish expression. Our school is located on two campuses — one for the Lower School and one for the Upper School — located about two miles apart, just 25 minutes from New York City, serving approximately 500 students from more than 60 communities across New Jersey.

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