A position is available for a Choir and Musical Director at Fayetteville Academy for the 2026-2027 academic year. The start date is early August 2026.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join the #1 ranked and leading independent school in the Fayetteville area. Widely known for its commitment to academic excellence, athletic, fine arts, and STEAM programs, this is an opportunity to be a part of a community with motivated students and a talented faculty.
Position Expectations
The Fine Arts Department seeks a dynamic educator to lead and inspire students in its choral and performing arts programs. Teaching duties include:
- Varsity Choir (8th-12th grade)
- Junior Varsity Choir (6th-7th grade)
- 5th Grade Choir
- Theater: 8th-12th grade theater course (course content may be tailored to the candidate’s strengths)
This position is also responsible for oversight and facilitation of our theater program:
- The Middle and Upper School Musical (an extracurricular production with rehearsals and performances after school)
- Dinner Theater production (typically held in the fall)
General faculty responsibilities include lesson planning, assessment, and writing progress reports. Discipline-specific duties include directing choirs, planning performances, managing auditions, sponsoring clubs and on-campus honors organizations, collaborating with the fine arts team, and overseeing other fine arts-related activities. The director will also support students in preparing for and participating in honors ensembles and external audition opportunities. Additional duties may be assigned based on the candidate’s strengths.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship, vocal pedagogy skills, a familiarity with musical theater, and have the ability to engage and motivate young singers. A collaborative spirit, effective communication, and enthusiasm for working with students and colleagues are essential.
QualificationsCandidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in music, choral conducting, music education, or a related field (master’s preferred) and have a minimum of three years of middle or high school teaching experience. Experience in independent schools is a plus.
Fayetteville Academy actively seeks candidates who participate in the life of the school and possess strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administration. They should be a self-directed individual who is solution oriented, flexible, and works well with teams and individuals while possessing a positive attitude.
References should speak to an applicant’s ability to be a dynamic educator, to be an effective, supportive mentor for adolescents. Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and at least three references to mucareers@fayacademy.org
Fayetteville Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, gender, or sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, gender, or sexual orientation in administration of its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, and athletic and other school-administered programs. In compliance with the Immigration Act of 1990, Fayetteville Academy will employ only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Upon employment, acceptable authorization and identification documents will be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
Work Location: In person
