Job Description:

We want YOU here!  

Join the team at Lincoln High School, where we create a welcoming and supportive environment for all students to learn, grow, and prepare for their future. As a Patriot family, we are committed to academic excellence, personal development, and helping every student find success in their college and career goals. Be part of a school community that makes a lasting impact—apply today!

Learn more about our Patriot Pride at: https://www.lhs.sf.k12.sd.us/o/lhs/ 

 REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

Bachelor’s or Master's degree

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Choral director/vocal music teacher

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent repetitive motions with the wrists, hands and fingers, sitting, walking, talking, and keyboarding. The position requires frequent lifting, bending, stooping, pulling, speaking, turning, grasping and carrying.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Proficiency with vocal and piano. Must exhibit leadership, organization, public relations and business skills. Demonstrated ability to follow Board policy.

CERTIFICATION

This position requires a valid South Dakota teaching certification with either the Secondary Music Education or K-12 Vocal Music Education endorsement. 

Please note, endorsement requirements may vary based on specific course assignments. 

Questions about SD teaching certification:  South Dakota Department of Education

Interested in becoming a contract teacher but don't hold a traditional teaching degree?

The South Dakota Department of Education offers an Alternative Certification program! Individuals will take 15-credits plus praxis exams while they perform their duties as a contract teacher for a South Dakota school district. Alternative Certification is available for most positions 5th grade through high school. Candidates must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree, unless pursuing a CTE Instructor position. 

If you are interested in pursuing a teaching position under Alternative Certification, you MUST obtain your Alternative Preliminary Certificate BEFORE applying for teaching position. You can apply for the preliminary certificate by completing the "Initial Educator Application" here: SD Educator Portal

Learn more about Alternative Certification: SD DOE Alternative Certification

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Assists in the preparation of two major concerts per choral group each year, up to 30 ensemble performances. Participates in choral festival, competitions and region contests.
2. Prepares students for participation in choral festival, competitions and region contests.
3. Assists in the preparation of students for participation in homecoming and booster club activities.
4. Assists in the preparation of students for auditions, rehearsals and performances of All State Honors Choir and Junior Honors Choir.
5. Assists in the maintenance of the building choral music library.
6. Rehearses choral sectionals, combined choruses and group instruction.
7. Assists in choir robe inventory including name/address/phone/parent and/or guardian of user.
8. Biannually assists in the preparation of a music theater production (accompanist, solo/chorus coach or choreographer) with the theater and orchestra departments.
9. Assists in the collection and processing of data for the awards program.
10. Assists in the selection and purchase of vocal ensemble costumes.
11. Organizes and directs chorus and ensemble retreats.
12. Works with the other members of the department to coordinate all activities of the choral department.
13. Participates in the preparation and presentation of a Middle School Choral Festival on a three year rotation.
14. Coordinates rehearsal/performance room usage with the other music directors and the Fine Arts Department Chair.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

View the complete job description here: High School Assistant Choir Director

PAY INFORMATION

Starting at $52,233 to $58,823 per year, based on experience + Extra Duy/Extra Pay

View the complete salary schedule here: 2024-2025 Teacher Salary Schedule, 2024-2025 Extra Duty/Extra Pay salary schedule coming soon! 

Please note, this is based on the 2024-2025 salary schedule. 2025-26 salary schedule coming soon!

Pay Day: Last working day of each month.

HOURS & FTE

Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 9 months

CALENDAR
2024-2025 New SFEA Staff Calendar 

2025-2026 calendar coming soon!

Estimated Start: August 2025

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more) 

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
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