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ANTICIPATED OPENINGS in the SCITUATE (MA) PUBLIC SCHOOLS

[Posted 6/26/09]
 

Chorus Director - Pioneer Valley, MA.  The Pioneer Valley Symphony seeks a Chorus Director to begin in September 2009. Weekly rehearsals September-May in Deerfield, Massachusetts from 7:30-9:30 on Tuesday evenings; additional rehearsals Wednesday and Friday evenings of concert weeks. Major works in 2009-10 are La Traviata (semi-staged) on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Academy of Music, Northampton; Bach - Saint John Passion on Sunday, March 21, 2010 in Northampton; and choral music of William Schuman on Saturday, May 8, 2010 in Greenfield, Massachusetts.
Qualifications: Outstanding choral conducting and leadership skills; broad knowledge of choral repertoire; excellent command of Latin, Italian, French, German and English diction; proven recruiting ability; and strong interpersonal skills with the PVS Chorus members, officers and accompanist, as well as with the PVS orchestra members, musical and administrative staff, and board of directors.
Annual salary: $5000 (10-month contract)
The Pioneer Valley Symphony (www.pvso.org), which celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2009, is one of the leading musical institutions in western Massachusetts. Led by Music Director & Conductor Paul Phillips since 1994, the Pioneer Valley Symphony & Chorus have earned national attention for their adventurous programming and high performance standards. The PVS Chorus, founded in 1961, generally performs 2-3 programs with orchestra plus one non-orchestral concert per season. Membership is by audition. Currently the PVS Chorus has approximately 70 members.
Applicants with significant orchestral conducting experience who are interested in also serving as Assistant Conductor of the Pioneer Valley Symphony and who are available on Wednesday evenings should indicate their interest in this additional position.
To apply, please send a letter of interest with a resume and performance CD to:

Applicants are encouraged to also include a DVD or VHS of their conducting. The letter and resume may also be emailed to orchestra@brown.edu. Deadline for receipt of materials is July 24, 2009. Finalists will be invited to audition with the PVS Chorus on Tuesday, August 11, 2009.
[Posted 6/25/09]

Choir Director - Plympton, MA.  Pianist/choir director wanted for a UCC church in Plympton, MA. Duties would include rehearsing and directing the 10 member adult choir and playing for Sunday morning services. Please email resume to lizbethkay@verizon.net.
[Posted 5/27/09]
 

Elementary School (Grades 4 & 5) Music Teacher - Hopkinton, MA. 
TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time (1.0); 2009-2010 school year; salary commensurate with experience and education
LOCATION: Hopkins School - Hopkinton, Massachusetts
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified candidates
The Elementary Music Teacher develops in each student an appreciation of the art of music as part of general culture; teaches techniques of vocal or instrumental musical expression; discovers and develops talents of students in the field of music; and develops knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music.
DUTIES.  Duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Teaches knowledge and skills in music, including techniques of vocal or instrumental musical expression, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement. Monitors students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;
2. Evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
3. Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to, the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
4. Maintains and improves professional competence through attendance at professional development events, and by self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for re-certification;
5. Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district, attending all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district-wide committees as needed;
6. Other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS.  To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must have the following:
1. Licensed, or eligible for licensure in Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General, All Levels, by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education;
2. Meets all Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education standards for Highly Qualified Teacher;
3. Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in a related field;
4. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults;
5. Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE.  To be considered for this vacancy, please reference Job Posting #09-57 and your last name in the subject line, and submit:
1. Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy;
2. Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information; and
3. The contact information for three professional references.
Submit the above required information to: hpsjobs@hopkinton.k12.ma.us.  Please note: this address is for application materials only. E-mail is our preferred method of application, however, if you wish to apply by mail, please send the required items to:

Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
The Hopkinton Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. The Hopkinton Public School district is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace. The school system's educational philosophy and personnel goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.
[Posted 5/20/09]
 

Organist and Choir Director - Leominster, MA. A position is open for Organist and Choir Director for a 125-member traditional and informal United Church of Christ congregation located in North Leominster, MA, about 30 minutes north of Worcester. Our historic Victorian sanctuary boasts a 1880 Hook & Hastings organ, a well-maintained Yamaha grand piano, and a friendly, family-oriented congregation with 50 in worship.
This per diem position requires 4-5 hours per week, 11 months of the year, on Sunday mornings to provide music for worship, lead and accompany a small volunteer choir, and play for several special services including Christmas Eve and Maundy Thursday. Occasional attendance at meetings after services is helpful. Accompanying for weddings and funerals is optional. We seek experience in church liturgy and sacred music, dependability, flexibility, creativity and collaboration.
For more information, or to send a resume or letter of interest, contact Lee Hawkes at roderick.hawkes@comcast.net or mail to:

[Posted 5/4/09]
 

Music Director - Lincoln, RI. The Cumberland-Lincoln Community Chorus, an SATB, non-auditioned, intergenerational chorus, is seeking a director to begin Summer of 2009.
Qualifications:
A minimum Bachelor of Music degree and significant, proven directing skills, to include:
1. A passion for excellence in choral directing.
2. Ability to teach basic music theory to adults and junior/senior high school students. Ability to guide volunteer/amateur singers in choral techniques and vocal production; teach musicianship, singing in foreign languages, and provide background/historical context of music and composers.
3. Broad knowledge of diverse repertoire with creative and interpretive skills for varied musical genres
4. Knowledge of musical arrangement and composition.
5. Demonstrated leadership, strong communication skills, organizational, motivational, and group management skills. Team builder and ambassador for the chorus in the community.
6. Patient, with a sense of humor and strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to varying age groups and personalities. Ability to collaborate with accompanist and other professional instrumentalists as needed; willingness to advise Board in artistic decisions affecting the chorus; willingness to support the developmental efforts of the chorus.
Rehearsals are Tuesday nights from 7-9:15pm. Other subgroups rehearse on a different night.
CLCC performs between 15-20 concerts year. Salary is negotiable
Chorus web address: www.clccmusic.org

Please send a letter of interest along with your resume by May 22, 2009 to elliemccarthy2008@hotmail.com  or to

[Posted 5/4/09]
 

Associate Director of Music Ministry - Worcester, MA.  Assumption College, a Catholic liberal arts and professional studies college in Worcester, Massachusetts seeks an Associate Minister of Music (part-time) to join a collaborative Campus Ministry staff. Responsibilities include conducting and directing volunteer choirs; identifying and preparing students to cantor at liturgies; coordinating logistics and outreach; working collaboratively with the Director of Music Ministry in choosing music and in preparing worship aids; creating and coordinating Chapel Choir and cantor schedules.
The successful candidate must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of Assumption College and demonstrate respect for its Catholic and Assumptionist identity.
Applicants should possess an understanding of and appreciation for Catholic liturgy and liturgical music as well as experience and demonstrated success as a choral conductor in a liturgical music setting. Bachelor of Music required, Master of Music preferred. Ability to work evening and weekend hours as required by the position. Salary commensurate with experience and guidelines established by the American Guild of Organists.
Assumption College, founded in 1904 by its sponsoring religious community, the Augustinians of the Assumption, is part of the Colleges of Worcester Consortium and is an Affirmative Action employer encouraging candidates who would enrich the College's diversity.
Apply on-line at www.assumption.edu/hr  or send a resume, a letter of interest and the names and phone numbers of three references to:

Do not send recordings at this time. Review of applications begins immediately.
[Posted 4/16/09]
 

Choir Director - Hanover, MA. The Hanover-based Harbour Choral Arts Society, an SATB, non-auditioned, regional chorus, is seeking a director to begin Fall 2009. The group rehearses on Monday nights, with one Saturday musical "retreat" per season in preparation for its Winter and Spring concerts. Salary is $1400 per season. Please send a letter of interest along with your resume by April 17, 2009 to 27mbc@comcast.net or to

[Posted 3/26/09]
 

Choir Director - Milford, MA. Yearlong sabbatical replacement position in Milford, MA for 2009-2010 school year. The position includes conducting two mixed choirs (one auditioned, one not) and teaching K-2 general music. Established program with room for growth. Team oriented department (there is a school orchestra with whom we collaborate regularly).
For more info, you can email Josh Nannestad at nannestad@gmail.com. To apply, please contact

[Posted 3/23/09]

Choral Director - Rochester, NH. The Granite State Choral Society, a non-auditioned community chorus, seeks experienced choral conductor to begin Fall 2009. Sunday afternoon rehearsals, December/May concerts.  For more information, contact Donna Downes at 207-457-1576 or visit www.gschoralsociety.org.

[Posted 3/8/09]

Music Teachers - New Bedford, MA.  The New Bedford Public Schools is seeking full time Music Teachers to complement our growing team of arts educators. There are multiple positions available at the elementary level for general music which will include chorus and possibly some instrumental group lessons.
(Middle school positions may become available depending on the budget which will be determined at a later date. Applicants interested in applying for middle school positions are encouraged to send materials and note their preference on the cover letter.)
A qualified applicant will: be certified in MA, have strong vocal abilities, knowledge of elementary music education methods, proficiency on accompanying instruments (piano/guitar), knowledge of classical and world music, have the ability to teach beginning group instrumental lessons, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting and work well with colleagues, administrators and parents.
Interested applicants should submit complete application materials to the Human Resources Department. Information can be obtained online at http://www.newbedford.k12.ma.us/hr.htm 
Applicants may also submit an e-mail cover letter and resume to Kerri Quinlan-Zhou, Director of Fine Arts kaqzhou@newbedfordschools.org 
Interviews and demonstration teaching will be conducted from late March to May with final decisions in June.
[Posted 1/23/09]

Tenor Needed - Hingham, MA.  Tenor section leader/soloist section leader (part of paid SATB quartet)  needed for Unitarian Universalist church in Hingham MA beginning February 1, 2009 through June 21st. Must be excellent musician, have a sense of humor and be willing to sing all genres of music from opera to jazz and pop.  No mid-week rehearsal.  Choir rehearses 9:30 a.m. every Sunday.  Service begins at 10:30 and usually ends about 11:45.  Music is distributed at least a week in advance. Pay is $55 per service, payable at the end of each month. Possibility for wedding/funeral gigs and year-round position at one of the most historic churches in the United States. Auditions beginning immediately. Please contact the Music Director, Joan Nahigian.

[Posted 1/23/09]
 

Full Time Music Teacher - Holbrook, MA.  Holbrook Junior-Senior High School, Grades 7-12.  Requirements: DESE Licensed preferred, but willing to accept applications from applicants with Bachelor’s degree in Music and wanting to become a public school music teacher.  Courses include: Music Theory; Band; and Chorus. Please forward cover letter and resume to:

[Posted 9/10/08]

Last revised 06/26/09 .