Choir Director - Grand Lakes Junior High School - 2026-2027 School Year

Choir Director - Grand Lakes Junior High School - 2026-2027 School Year
Job Details

Job ID:

5730187

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

May 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 10, 2026

Job Description
PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. To support the vision and goals of the campus and district Fine Arts program, to produce outstanding performing groups, to develop individual musicianship with all students, to promote an appreciation for the best in all areas of music, and to teach the value of individual and team effort in reaching a common goal. Empower students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate, with required endorsements for subjects/level assigned

Demonstrate high competency in the area of instrumental music curriculum

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Strong Choral/Vocal pedagogy background

Keyboard proficient, capable of performing simple accompaniments

Strong background in personal relations with students, colleagues and the community

Highly organized, must be able to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously

Knowledge of district and campus financial procedures

Strong positive background dealing with parents

Ability to collaborate with peers and colleagues on campus and across Tomball ISD

Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) and Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) rules and procedures

Experience:

At least one year of successful choral directing experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruct 7th – 8th grade choir students

Develop individual musicianship with all students and promote an appreciation for music

Assist students in preparation for TMEA and UIL individual and group competition

Direct sectionals and before school, after school, evening, weekend events

Prepare choirs for concerts, contests and other events

Maintain quality student management and discipline in the organization and in the classroom

Maintain accurate, up-to-date inventory of school uniforms and choir equipment

Perform other duties as assigned

Manage all funds and budgets of the Choral Department

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Frequent travel required in-district and out-of-district for school functions and/or activities

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment

Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt

Pay Grade:

60

Reports to:

Campus Principal, Director of Fine Arts

Days:

187

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$61,000 Per Year

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