Santa Fe Prep seeks a dynamic and collaborative Music and Choral Teacher to join our performing arts department. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle and upper school students in general music and choral settings, accompanying students and groups in various settings, and will possess a passion for helping students discover and cultivate their musical talents. 

We are looking for a teacher who will inspire students across a range of musical experiences, from introductory vocal music in the middle school to intermediate/advanced choral ensembles in the upper school. Historically, this teacher has also offered a course in music theory; however we will be intrigued to learn of our candidates’ areas of expertise and explore potential course offerings that serve our students accordingly. A successful candidate will be enthusiastic about supporting student growth, both artistically and personally, and will bring flexibility, vision, and a spirit of collaboration to a school culture grounded in curiosity, respect, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach general vocal music to middle school students, incorporating vocal technique and foundational musicianship. 
• Direct and develop choral ensembles at both the middle and upper school levels, promoting joy, discipline, and excellence in vocal performance.
• Serve as the accompanist, music director, and conductor for annual musicals in both the middle and upper school or other interdisciplinary performance opportunities.
• Curate choral repertoire that is developmentally appropriate, artistically enriching, and culturally inclusive.
• Accompany rehearsals and performances on piano; strong accompanying skills are highly preferred.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the arts department to design interdisciplinary and co-curricular projects that reflect Prep’s mission and values.
• Participate in school life beyond the classroom—advising a group of ~10 students, attending outdoor education trips and community service efforts, sponsoring a club, and engaging in meaningful relationships with students and families.

Facilitate the auditions for the annual all-state music conference, and attend the conference with accepted students.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music, music education, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience teaching choral music and/or general music at the middle and/or upper school level.
• Strong piano and vocal skills; experience as an accompanist is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire students of varied skill levels to take creative risks and pursue artistic excellence.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching practices.

• Hallmarks of a Santa Fe Prep education in “The City Different”
  Our Music/Choral Teacher will contribute meaningfully to shaping the kind of graduates we celebrate:

  • Critical and Creative Thinkers who see connections across genres and cultures and express originality through song.
  • Intentional Craftspeople who practice, revise, and perform with purpose and agency.
  • Effective Communicators who find their voices—individually and collectively—in harmony with others.
  • Culturally Aware and Responsive Citizens who explore and honor diverse musical traditions.
• Balanced People who find joy, expression, and community in the arts.

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, and a list of three professional references in that order, in one combined PDF, to Anna Hastings, Executive Assistant to the Head of School (anhastings@sfprep.org).

About Santa Fe Prep

Santa Fe Prep is an independent school serving students in grades 7 through 12. We are an ambitious and diverse learning community dedicated to active discourse. We value our place in the community of Santa Fe, which enriches and defines us. We cultivate qualities of character, scholarship, and citizenship in our students that inspire them to act responsibly and compassionately at home, at school, and in the world.

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