Vocal Music Director - Upper & Middle Schools Job at Cranbrook Educational Commu

Vocal Music Director - Cranbrook Upper & Middle Schools

Cranbrook Kingswood is looking for a collaborative, organized, and enthusiastic Vocal Music Director to lead and coordinate the choral programs at both the Upper School and Middle Schools. The anticipated start date will be July 2025. Collaboration within a dynamic Performing Arts department, creation of powerful learning experiences for a globally diverse student body, commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents through personal relationships, setting a positive tone, and treating students as individuals within the context of a broader community, are all critical components of this position.

The Vocal Music Director teaches five classes/five preps across two schoolhouses, works collaboratively with other members of the Upper School Performing Arts department on school concerts, the musical, and other performances, and contributes meaningfully to the wide array of activities supported by the Upper School in general, and its Performing Arts department specifically. Additionally, it is understood that the successful candidate has a demonstrated commitment to work in an extraordinarily diverse and inclusive community, and to participate in an enriching residential program.

Cranbrook is a PK-12 school with a vibrant boarding component in grades 9-12, allowing the school to provide teachers with the opportunity to live and work on our architecturally famous 319-acre campus. Often living and working in our residence halls, faculty engage students and support their development as members of a shared community. Eagerness to live among students, and to engage them in the evenings and on the weekends as a part of an exciting residential program, is considered significantly beneficial.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Music or a related field, with a Master's degree preferred, and five or more years of experience leading high school vocal programs. Enthusiasm for teaching and working with adolescents and excellent communication skills are expected of all teachers.

Cranbrook offers competitive compensation and benefits that include medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contributions.

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae or resume, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, a statement of educational philosophy in relation to this position, and two or three letters of recommendation with contact information. Please be sure all documents are uploaded at the same time you submit your application.