Choir Director Jobs in Illinois

Title: Visiting Faculty: Music, Choir

Department/Location: Music
Position Type: Part-time

Summary

Teaches 3 semester hours per academic year in College choir. Additional duties may include contributing to the campus, supporting students, supporting Principia activities, and promoting Christian Science-based character education in accord with Principia’s mission as outlined in Education at The Principia.

Principia’s Academic Vision:

“Principia College’s academic unit strives to create a collaborative and inclusive academic community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and sees each other as infinitely capable and divinely whole. Our rigorous globally-focused curriculum and character-based approach honors diverse perspectives and develops creative problem solvers who use their academic skills to benefit their communities and the world.”

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaches 3 semester hours Spring ‘26 in Music: College Choir
• Is an active character educator in accordance with Principia’s mission
• Supports metaphysically the mission and goals of the institution and its operations
• Maintains office hours
• Meets with students for academic support
• Prepares for, teaches, and measures student learning for assigned courses within the context of Principia's philosophy of liberal arts education

Additional Duties:

• Works closely with students to further develop their thinking, writing, research, and communication skills

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences while providing a safe learning environment
• Oral and Written Communication - Speaks and writes clearly; Listens effectively; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings; Varies writing style to meet needs
• Interpersonal - Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Music, DMA, or Ed.D. in Music preferred
• Supportive of Principia’s mission, vision, and values as articulated here https://www.principia.edu/about/mission
• Willingness to be an academic generalist who is able to teach multiple areas within the discipline
• Ability to work with a range of students and skill levels
• Classroom teaching experience or work with college-aged students preferred
• Demonstrated facility and comfort with navigating and leveraging a learning management system

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work, but are not a complete list of responsibilities and are subject to change at the discretion of Principia.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive starting salary range for this position: $6,300-$8,310 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes:

• Generous Employee Tuition Discount: Enjoy a 90% discount on tuition (pro-rated for part-time staff) for your eligible children enrolled from Pre-K3 through College (infant and acorn programs excluded).
• Relocation: Principia provides a relocation reimbursement of up to 12% of your annual salary when moving from outside a radius of more than 50 miles.
• Professional Development: Access to learning opportunities, training programs, and career growth support.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Learn more about all our benefits here, including comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan with Principia matching, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Principia, a mission-driven institution, believes every person has the right to an equitable and respectful educational environment and workplace. Principia does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender (identity or expression), sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, or military or veteran status. In hiring, admissions, and related decisions, Principia—as an institution with a religious mission—gives preference, where appropriate, to Christian Scientists.