Gospel Choir Director, Part-Time

Gospel Choir Director, Part-Time

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students for future generations.

The MHS Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) program impacts students as they can learn a variety of instruments and easily can explore areas of interest or passion right here on campus. They can take advantage of a wealth of expert instruction through our staff. MHS even covers the cost of instruments, equipment, and lessons! View the list of MHS programs

MHS is seeking a Gospel Choir Director to join the team working with approximately 50 middle-high school students. The Gospel Choir performs regularly in the School’s Sunday morning Chapel Services for over 1,000 attendees, and performs at local churches, colleges and ministries. This is an onsite, ancillary stipend position. Key responsibilities:

• Preparing, rehearsing students for inspiring quality musical presentations.

• Selection of appropriate music for venues.

• Recruiting, training, & preparing accompanists for the Gospel Choir.

• Communication of all Gospel Choir activities (rehearsals, performances, travel details, etc.) to appropriate entities both on and off campus.

• Lead the Gospel Choir during all performances.

• Available to work on weekends, specifically Sunday mornings.

• Mentor and develop students in the Gospel Choir, as well as inspire students to participate.

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  High School Diploma or GED

• Formal musical training, preferred

• 3 or more years of experience as a Musical Director, preferably with a Gospel Choir

• Experience working with diverse students and skilled in mentoring and developing children & youth

• Excellent communicator, including platform skills

• Strong organizational skills including planning and multi-tasking

• Available to work weekends (specifically Sunday mornings) for performances as well as afternoons and evenings for practices and performances.

• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, as all MHS staff are role models for MHS students.