Choir Director Jobs
Choir Director jobs are open across schools, houses of worship, community arts organizations, and universities, from entry-level assistant positions to senior director and conductor roles, with specializations in choral education, liturgical music, and concert choir performance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Plymouth Congregational UCC in Burlington, Wisconsin is seeking a Vocal Choir Director to lead an established adult choir of approximately 20 members.
Responsibilities include:
- Weekly Tuesday evening rehearsals
- Selecting and preparing choral music
- Directing performances during worship, typically on the first and third Sundays of each month
- Working collaboratively with church staff and volunteers
- Utilizing and maintaining an established music library
- Directing performances for occasional special services (i.e. Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Christmas Eve, etc.)
- Participating in occasional Worship Committee/Music Team meeting
- Conduct warm-up and music review prior to Sunday worship and special services
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6.0 – 8.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in choir director jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in choral conducting, music education, or a related field
- Proficiency in sight-reading, score analysis, and choral vocal technique across all voice parts
- Experience directing a choir ensemble in a school, religious, or community setting
- Ability to accompany rehearsals on piano or coordinate with an accompanist
- Knowledge of diverse choral repertoire including sacred, classical, folk, and contemporary works
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with singers, staff, and stakeholders
Tips for Your Choir Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
A church choir director role and a school choral program job want different things. Highlight liturgical repertoire and worship service experience for faith-based postings, and emphasize student achievement and curriculum design for K-12 or university positions.
Record and upload conducting footage
Many hiring committees ask for a video sample of you leading a rehearsal or performance. Upload a short clip that shows your cueing technique, ensemble response, and how you give real-time feedback to singers, not just a concert recording.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists choir director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by denomination or arts mission
Faith-based openings often list the denomination in the job title or description. Filter your search by terms like 'liturgical,' 'contemporary worship,' or 'choral arts' to surface roles that match your repertoire background and avoid mismatched applications.
Prepare a conducting demonstration plan
Many choir director finalists are asked to lead a guest rehearsal with an unfamiliar ensemble. Prepare a 20-minute plan that shows your warm-up approach, how you teach a short passage by ear, and how you address intonation without stopping the group unnecessarily.
Negotiate your programming budget separately
When discussing an offer, ask about the music budget as a distinct line item, not just salary. Choral directors often discover too late that sheet music, accompanist fees, and performance venue costs come out of a single pool, which directly limits what you can program.
Choir Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most choir directors?
The companies hiring the most choir directors right now include First United Methodist Church of Canandaigua, PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, and St. Michael's Church, with the largest share of openings in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. School districts, universities, and houses of worship consistently account for the majority of posted positions.
How many choir director jobs are remote?
About 0% of choir director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, since most conducting and rehearsal work requires an in-person ensemble. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include curriculum development, online choral education programs, and administrative coordination roles attached to larger arts organizations.
How do you become a choir director?
Start by earning a degree in music education or choral conducting, which builds your sight-reading, vocal pedagogy, and score analysis skills. Gain hands-on experience by assisting an established director, leading a community or church choir, or student teaching. Most employers also want to see you pass a state teaching license exam if the role is in a public school, and a strong conducting portfolio or video reel is essential for competitive searches.
Can you get hired as a choir director with little experience?
Yes, entry-level choir director roles exist in small congregations, community choral societies, and after-school programs where budgets are limited and committees prioritize enthusiasm and potential. Build your case by documenting any ensembles you have led, even informally, and by obtaining a reference from a conductor or music educator who has observed your work. An audition recording and a clear rehearsal plan often carry more weight than a lengthy resume at this stage.
What does the choir director interview process look like?
Most choir director searches involve an initial phone or video screen with a hiring committee, followed by an in-person visit that typically includes a guest rehearsal with the existing ensemble, a performance or score-reading demonstration, and a formal interview covering repertoire philosophy and administrative approach. Faith-based organizations frequently include a meeting with clergy or a worship team. The process can run several weeks from first contact to a final offer, especially for school district or university positions.
Where can I find and apply to choir director jobs?
You can find and apply to choir director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level, setting, and repertoire focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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