Job Description

Choir Director and Chapel Music Coordinator (Part-Time) (1 year position)

Start Date: August 2026
Contract Type: Part-time, 1 year position
School Type: Boarding

Bring your passion for choral music, community singing, and student mentorship to St. Mark's as we cultivate a vibrant and inclusive musical life at the heart of our school community.

Why Join Us

At St. Mark's, music plays a central role in bringing our community together. From daily chapel to special traditions and performances, we value the power of shared musical experiences to inspire, connect, and reflect our collective spirit.

As a residential school, we view the work of faculty holistically. Even in part-time roles, faculty contribute meaningfully to the life of the School, building relationships with students and supporting programs that extend beyond the classroom.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the musical and spiritual life of the School through both formal instruction and community-wide programming. This is a 1 year position starting in August, 2026 and running through May, 2027. 

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Arts Department and working closely with the Chaplaincy, the Choir Director and Chapel Music Coordinator leads choral programming and supports the musical life of the School.

You will:

• Teach one section of choir, fostering vocal technique, musicality, and ensemble skills
• Prepare students for performances throughout the year, including concerts and special events such as Family Weekend and Lessons and Carols
• Collaborate with the Chaplains to support and enhance the Chapel program through thoughtful musical leadership
• Facilitate community singing during regular and evening chapel services
• Organize and prepare the choir to perform in monthly evening chapel services
• Support students in preparing for District and All-State music opportunities
• Serve as a faculty advisor and mentor for student-led a cappella groups
• Lead the planning and execution of the annual WICK A Cappella Festival
• Contribute creatively to the musical and cultural life of the School through performances, events, and collaborations with students and faculty

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a passion for choral music and community-centered musical experiences
• Bring experience as a musician, educator, and program leader
• Exhibit the ability to work effectively with high school students in both instructional and extracurricular settings
• Show a commitment to inclusive pedagogy and the ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
• Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues across departments, especially within the Arts and Chaplaincy
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills in managing performances, events, and student groups
• Bring energy, creativity, and flexibility to a dynamic school environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in music or a related field
• Experience as a professional musician, educator, or administrator
• Experience working in an educational setting, preferably with high school students
• Experience directing or managing concerts, festivals, or school events

Preferred:

• Experience with chapel or church music programs
• Ability to play the organ is a plus

Why You'll Love It Here

• A welcoming, close-knit community that values music, tradition, and connection
• The opportunity to shape meaningful shared experiences through music and performance
• Collaboration with talented colleagues across the Arts and Chaplaincy
• A beautiful campus setting with a rich tradition of music in community life
• The chance to make a lasting impact on students through both teaching and mentorship

Salary Range

$12,000–$18,000, commensurate with experience.

About St. Mark's

St. Mark's School is a coeducational boarding high school of approximately 375 students, located in Southborough, MA, 22 miles west of Boston. Since 1865, St. Mark's has prioritized deep curiosity, character formation, and community.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We invite interested candidates to apply through the St. Mark's School Employment page.

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