Choir Director (2026-2027)

Choir Director (2026-2027)
Texas City Independent School District – La Marque High School, La Marque, Texas

Job ID:

5706530

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

May 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description
Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage the overall program of choral music for the District. Provide vocal instruction for high school choirs and work as a member of the TCISD Vocal Music Department and the Performing and Visual Arts Department to prepare students for exemplary levels of performance individually and as a member of small and large ensembles.

Education and Certification
Bachelor of Music Education. Master’s Degree preferred.

Certification requirements: Music–All Level EC‑12.

Special Knowledge and Skills

Adequate keyboard skills.

Proficiency with vocal skills.

Orff & Kodaly training and/or certification – strongly preferred.

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned.

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience
Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of vocal music – vocal styles, choral techniques, and sight‑reading.

Extensive experience in solo work as well as in small and large ensemble performance situations.

Minimum of three years of experience as a Choir Director/Vocal Music Teacher strongly preferred.

Program Management

Participate in the following required activities: All Region Choir Auditions, UIL Concert and Sight‑reading Contest, UIL Solo and Ensemble Contest, Texas City Cultural Arts Foundation Fine Arts Performance, Texas City ISD "Duck Derby" Performances, Fall and Spring semester concert programs, Festival Performances, Fall and Spring TMEA/UIL/Region Meetings.

Provide regular opportunities for individual and small group instruction outside of the school day (weekly sectionals, master classes, individual help sessions, and solo/ensemble preparation).

Engage in research‑based professional development (TMEA, TCDA).

Share and collaborate through vertical team‑teaching and department meetings.

Maintain confidentiality.

Attend all sectionals, rehearsals, concerts, etc. required of students, due to participation in All Region Choir, etc.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Communication

Actively recruit TCISD students into the choir program.

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Serve as a positive representative of TCISD across the local, regional, and statewide communities.

Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged and/or irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

Piano, audiovisual equipment, and musical instruments.

Salary:

Commensurate with TCISD Teacher Salary Guide.

Days Employed:

187

Position Type:

Full-Time.

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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