Urban School of San Francisco seeks a choral music teacher with prior teaching experience at the secondary level who possesses a broad repertoire that showcases a diversity of musical traditions.
This position includes directing The Urban Singers, a schoolwide chorus, as well as other ensemble groups; and co-teaching the annual musical production in the role as Musical Director.
Concerts and other performances occur regularly throughout the year.
The school is seeking an energetic, creative individual who has enthusiasm for working with high school students and a commitment to the continued growth of a dynamic music program.
Professional performance experience and familiarity with digital tools and resources is strongly desired.
The candidate will become part of a team that will work closely on performing arts projects and productions.
The choral teacher collaborates closely with the performing arts department chair, theater teacher, and other music ensemble faculty.
Collaboration will be especially close around the musical theater production.
Music Education at Urban
Central to the philosophy of music education at Urban is the idea that music is a language everyone can learn, and that with proper support and guidance, even young musicians are capable of excellence.
Students with a wide variety of musical experience – from beginners to seasoned musicians – are encouraged to participate in Urban’s ensembles.
The Urban Singers Chorus, Lab and Advanced Jazz Bands, and the Chamber Orchestra serve as ambassadors for the school community and perform at school functions, neighborhood outreach centers, other Bay Area schools and regional music festivals.
Every year the ensembles hold several concerts at Urban's own Performing Arts & Community Center.
