Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $150 for 3 hours weekly

Job Title: Elementary Chorus Teacher (Part-Time)

Location: Morgan Oliver School, Atlanta, GA
Position Type: Part-Time (Set Weekly Schedule)

About Morgan Oliver School (MOS):

Morgan Oliver School is a progressive, equity-driven microschool that provides real-world, culturally responsive, and experiential learning for students. We emphasize project-based education, social justice, and creativity , ensuring that all students feel seen, valued, and empowered.

We are seeking a dedicated and engaging Chorus Teacher to lead weekly choral instruction for our 2nd-6th grade students , helping them develop their voices, confidence, and appreciation for music through group singing.

Position Overview:

The Chorus Teacher will lead a weekly choral class designed to introduce students to vocal technique, group singing, rhythm, pitch, and performance skills . This educator should be passionate about student-centered, collaborative music-making and able to inspire a love for singing while incorporating diverse musical traditions and cultural perspectives .

This role is a fixed, weekly commitment with the potential for additional programming and performances.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Set Schedule: Mondays, 12:30 PM 2:45 PM (non-negotiable).
• Compensation: $150 per visit .

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Weekly Choral Instruction
  • Teach students proper vocal techniques, breath control, pitch accuracy, and harmony .
  • Select and arrange age-appropriate, engaging choral repertoire that reflects diverse cultural traditions and genres .
  • Use movement, rhythm exercises, and call-and-response activities to build musicality and confidence.
• Encourage Expression & Teamwork
  • Foster a joyful, collaborative choral experience where every student feels included and valued.
  • Help students develop performance skills, stage presence, and musical confidence .
  • Create a positive and supportive atmosphere where students feel safe to explore their voices.
• Prepare for Community Performances
  • Guide students in preparing seasonal performances and community presentations .
  • Work with school leadership to coordinate opportunities for students to share their singing with families and the broader community .
• Integrate Music with MOSs Social Justice & Cultural Learning Framework
  • Introduce students to songs that reflect historical and contemporary social movements .
  • Encourage discussions about how music is used for activism, cultural expression, and storytelling .

Qualifications:

Required:

• Experience leading choral instruction or group singing for elementary or middle school students .
• Knowledge of vocal pedagogy for young voices and ability to teach healthy singing techniques .
• Ability to create a joyful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where all students feel encouraged to sing.
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to adapt lessons to different skill levels.
• Punctuality and reliability to commit to the fixed weekly schedule .

Preferred:

• Background in choral conducting, vocal coaching, or music education .
• Experience incorporating multicultural and bilingual choral repertoire .
• Familiarity with call-and-response, folk singing traditions, gospel, or social justice-based music .
• Ability to accompany students on piano or guitar (preferred but not required) .

What We Offer:

• A supportive and creative learning environment where singing and self-expression are valued.
• The opportunity to build a foundational choral program in a progressive, equity-focused school .
• A structured schedule and competitive pay of $150 per visit .

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a short cover letter describing your experience leading choral instruction, your approach to teaching singing, and why you're excited to join Morgan Oliver School to [insert contact email] .

At Morgan Oliver School, we believe in equity, diversity, and the power of the arts in education . We encourage applications from educators of all backgrounds who share our commitment to fostering joyful, inclusive, and meaningful learning experiences .

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