Choir Director/Music Instructor

General Statement of Function:  Responsible for the coordination and direction of all vocal music programs and performing groups.

Location:                                East Mississippi Community College

                                                Scooba Campus

Term of Employment:             9 months

Beginning Date:                      January 6, 2025

Salary:                                    Commensurate with education and experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.         Directs, coordinates, and schedules all of the East Mississippi community College vocal music program activities which includes Reflections and the chorus;

2.         Directs, coordinates, and schedules all other vocal performing groups as needed for specific functions;

3.         Teaches college courses during the fall and spring semesters to include Music Appreciation, Music Theory and other courses, as needed, related to instruction;

4.         Recruits students from throughout all six counties of the EMCC district;

5.         Maintains and monitors the inventory of all vocal music equipment, sheet music, and uniforms;

6.         Conducts the maintenance and care of vocal music room;

7.         Recommends the awarding of vocal music scholarships;

8.         Serves as an advisor and instructor for music majors;

9.         Serves on faculty committees as assigned;

10.       Effectively communicates with, cooperates with and supports other college personnel in daily activities.

11.        Teaches all classes and labs as assigned;

12.       Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the subject;

13.       Communicates with students the goals, objectives, and expectations of the course;

14.       Assigns learning activities which promote understanding of the course content;

15.       Keeps accurate records of attendance and grades and submits all reports and other requested information promptly and accurately;

16.       Maintains discipline in the classroom;

17.       Attends faculty meetings and other required meetings as prescribed;

18.       Meets all classes promptly and regularly and begins and ends class on time;

19.       Participates actively in professional development opportunities in the discipline;

20.       Maintains required office and class hours;

21.       Serves as sponsor and advisor for student clubs and organizations as appropriate;

22.       Supports the College mission implicitly and explicitly in the daily execution of all duties and responsibilities;

23.       Actively participates in maintaining an effective and continuous recruiting program;

24.       Participates in Institutional Effectiveness activities;

25.       Represents the College in a professional manner as evidenced by dress, demeanor and the discharge of daily responsibilities;

26.       Fulfills other duties as assigned by the President and/or supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Music or a master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Music
2. Two years experience in choral directing
3. Must have satisfactory criminal background check
4. Good work ethics, excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Evidence of success working with students, pre-college through higher education;
2. Successful teaching experience on the college level;
3. 18 or more graduate hours in a second teaching discipline.