Lower School Music & 4th-5th Grade Chorus Director
The Out-of-Door Academy seeks a dynamic and engaging Lower School Music Educator & 4th-5th Grade Chorus Director to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year. This full-time position is responsible for delivering a comprehensive music curriculum to students in Pre-K though 5th grade on both the Siesta Key and the Clark Road Campus, with a special focus on directing the 4th and 5th grade chorus.
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Candidates are asked to address what attracts them to this position, to Out-of-Door, and to the Sarasota community in their cover letter.
Responsibilities - Reporting to the Head of Lower School, the Lower School Music Educator & 4th-5th Grade Chorus Director will be responsible for the following:
- Develop and implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate Pre-K through 5th grade general music curriculum.
- Lead and direct the 4th and 5th-grade chorus, preparing students for performances throughout the year.
- Foster a love of music through singing, movement, rhythm, and instrumental instruction.
- Prepare students to perform in concerts and other e
- Collaborate with grade level and special educators on inter-departmental projects.
- Organize and direct school concerts, performances, and community engagement opportunities.
- Be an active member of the Florida Music Educators Association
- Live the school’s mission and core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence, and responsibility.
Qualifications - The following experience, skills & knowledge are required and/or preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in music education required; Master’s Degree preferred.
- Experience music classroom teaching, ideally in an independent school setting.
- Orff, Music Garden, or Lower School Music Certification (Fl K-12) preferred.
- Passion for choral music and experience leading elementary-age choirs.
- Passion for learning and the ability to motivate and inspire students.
- Proficient with Word, Excel and the Google drive platform.
- A successful track record of working effectively with a wide range of constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, and parents.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a 10-month full-time exempt position available in August 2025. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
At Out-of-Door, we value a diverse workforce. Applicants of any race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin are encouraged to apply. Once an offer is accepted, the position will require the successful completion of a national background screening and drug testing.
