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Washington Community School District
HS Vocal Music Instructor
Washington Community School District has an opening for a 9-12 Vocal Music teacher for the 2026-27 school year. We are seeking a passionate, dedicated educator who is team-oriented, collaborative, adaptable, and has quality communication skills and is willing to continue the tremendous growth the Vocal Department has made over the past few years.
Candidates will teach multiple music classes as well as preparing students for the IHSMA All-State Auditions, 9th Grade OPUS Auditions, and Solo/Ensemble Contest.
Providing Voice Lessons throughout the week to students in Concert Choir.
Collaborating with the MS Choir Teacher when possible.
There is a vocal music contract that covers preparing the HS Concert Choir for 4 Concerts, IHSMA Large Group Contest, Graduation and hosting the IHSMA State Show Choir Contest as well as directing HS Show Choir "Cinematics" and the A Cappella group.
A music education endorsement is required.
WCSD prepares our students to lead lives with purpose by developing skills in communication, collaboration, contribution, perseverance, innovation, and critical thinking. We keep students at the center of everything we do.
Washington is a vibrant community of over 7300 people, just over 30 minutes from Coralville and Iowa City. The main portion of our High School is 12 years old, and a new addition that opened in the 2024-2025 school year. Washington’s Performing Arts Center seats over 700 and opened six years ago. WHS’s student activities have a historic tradition and a long track record of success.
If you want to live in a strong community and lead staff in an innovative school that has been successful at developing students in the classroom and their extracurricular activities, please submit a letter of application, resume with references, and any other documents to demonstrate why you should be the next Choir Teacher at WHS to Principal Ed Rathjen at: erathjen@washington.k12.ia.us
Washington is an AA/EOE