Choral Director - Part Time

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the LCDS Employment Application with
references to Brenda Tarvin via email at [email protected].
Founded in 1908, Lancaster Country Day School is an independent school that houses Preschool through 12th
grade under one roof. Within our challenging college preparatory curriculum, LCDS cultivates and sustains
the spark in each student, inspiring them to become people of intellect and integrity.
Position Summary:
Lancaster Country Day School seeks an experienced Choral Director for part-time employment
starting August 2026. The successful applicant will have a demonstrated interest in engaging and
inspiring Upper and Middle School students. The eventual hire will join a highly collaborative team
of Performing Arts professionals who are dedicated to outstanding teaching and learning and who
challenge students to exceed their goals - academically, artistically, and personally. The ideal
candidate will be warm, collaborative, flexible, highly organized, and possessed of impeccable
professional presence and a positive attitude.
The Middle and Upper School Choral programs perform in various settings throughout the school
year. The Choral program holds a beloved place within our school community and enjoys a loyal
and enthusiastic cadre of students and alumni.
Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in the Arts
● Minimum of three years of choral directing or teaching experience preferred
● Comfort with, and enthusiasm for, Middle School and Upper School students
● Commitment to an outstanding directing practice, including continuous reflection,
innovation, and professional development
● Ability to communicate and partner effectively with parents and caregivers, administration,
and colleagues
● Commitment to create and sustain a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all
students
● Desire to be part of building the larger school culture and community
● A contagious passion for the Performing Arts that extends across all grade levels and an
interest in continuously growing and improving our programs

Fax mentis et cordis incendium gloriae.

The spark that kindles the mind and heart illuminates a lifetime.

Responsibilities:
● Directs and supervises both the Middle School and Upper School Choruses, preparing them
each for performances approximately three times per school year
● Supports students with interest in attending local and regional music festivals
● In partnership with Performing Arts colleagues, designs and implements compelling
programmatic offerings
● Collaborates closely with colleagues across disciplines
● Demonstrates clear concern for each student as a learner and scaffolds instruction in a way
that encourages students to reach their full potential
● If interested, performs daily operational duties as assigned, including study hall, lunch,
recess, or bus monitoring
● Participates actively in the life of the school