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Mtholyoke

Assistant to Choral Director

South Hadley, MA · On-site

$20/hr

Assistant to Choral Director Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Part time In-Person ... Essential Responsibilities: * Assist with rehearsals, sectionals, and performances for the College ...

Odessa College

Choral Music Instructor

Odessa, TX · On-site

Position Details Position Information Working Title Choral Music Instructor Position Status Full Time Department School of Liberal Arts and Education General Summary The Odessa College Choral Music ...

Greenville University

Choral Accompanist

Greenville, IL · On-site

$29K - $88K/yr

Accompany the College Choral Ensemble and the Choral Union during the Fall semester. Approximately 5-9 hours of accompanying per week. Eight Month Position - Fall & Spring Semester (Late August-Late ...

Greenville University

Choral Accompanist

Greenville, IL · On-site

$29K - $88K/yr

Accompany the College Choral Ensemble and the Choral Union during the Fall semester. Approximately 5-9 hours of accompanying per week. Eight Month Position - Fall & Spring Semester (Late August-Late ...

Greenville University

Choral Accompanist

Greenville, IL · On-site

$29K - $88K/yr

Accompany the College Choral Ensemble and the Choral Union during the Fall semester. Approximately 5-9 hours of accompanying per week. Eight Month Position - Fall & Spring Semester (Late August-Late ...

Odessa College

Choral (Online) Adjunct

Odessa, TX · On-site

Position Details Position Information Working Title Choral (Online) Adjunct Position Status Part Time Department School of Liberal Arts and Education General Summary The Odessa College Online Adjunct ...

Concordia College

Manager of Choral Activities

Moorhead, MN · On-site

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Manager of Choral Activities Position Type: Staff Location: Moorhead Employment Type ... Support the mission and vision of Concordia College and demonstrate the competencies defined for ...

Odessa College

Choral Adjunct (On Site)

Odessa, TX · On-site

Position Details Position Information Working Title Choral Adjunct (On Site) Position Status Part Time Department School of Liberal Arts and Education General Summary The Odessa College Online ...

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Assistant to Choral Director

Mtholyoke

South Hadley, MA • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job no:

R-0000003292

Position Title:

Assistant to Choral Director

Faculty or Staff:

Staff

Full Time or Part Time:

Part time

In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:

In-Person

Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:

$20.00

Rate of pay commensurate with experience

Start Date:

08/18/2026

Job Description:

The Department of Music at Mount Holyoke College seeks an Assistant to the Director of Choral Activities (DCA) to support the artistic, educational, and administrative operations of the College's choral program. This position offers an exceptional professional development opportunity for an emerging choral conductor, educator, or performer. While the position is not benefits-eligible, the successful candidate may study voice, piano, and/or conducting privately, audit music history and theory courses, and participate in Music Department ensembles at no cost.


Working closely with the DCA, the Assistant will provide musical leadership in rehearsals and performances, support student learning, coordinate ensemble operations, and contribute to the successful execution of concerts, special events, and collaborative projects.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assist with rehearsals, sectionals, and performances for the College's choral ensembles.

  • Lead vocal warm-ups and sectional rehearsals; conduct selected repertoire as assigned.

  • Participate as a singing member of the Glee Club and support the choral program's artistic goals.

  • Provide individual and small-group coaching in repertoire preparation, music literacy, and vocal development.

  • Manage physical and digital choral music libraries, including training and supervising student librarians.

  • Coordinate ensemble operations, including attendance, concert programs, rehearsal materials, and digital resources.

  • Assist with planning and executing concerts, tours, special events, and off-campus activities.

  • Collaborate with campus partners and support choral initiatives across the College and Five Colleges community.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Significant choral ensemble singing experience.

  • Collegiate-level study of conducting.

  • Functional piano skills for learning, rehearsing, and teaching vocal parts.

  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in Music or equivalent training and experience.

  • Experience conducting choral ensembles and working with college-age singers.

  • Familiarity with music library management and ensemble administration.

  • Additional conducting study through a recognized collegiate music program.

Hourly rate: $20

Full Job Description

Background Checks:

Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.

Special Instructions for Applicants:

Apply online; application materials must include:

  • Acover lettersummarizing interests and qualifications

  • A completeresumeor curriculum vitae

  • For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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