Choral General Music Teacher

Vacancy Posting: Choral, General Music & Woodwinds Teacher

The Ursuline School is a private, independent, Catholic, college preparatory girls’ school serving grades 6–12 in New Rochelle, located just 20 miles north of Manhattan in a diverse suburban community. Founded in 1897 in the spirit of St. Angela Merici, the school is part of a global network of Ursuline educators spanning the United States and 36 countries and is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools, New York State Association of Independent Schools, National Coalition of Girls Schools, and the New York State Board of Regents. Ursuline is known for its rigorous academic program, robust service opportunities, and commitment to educating the whole person.

Position Overview

The Ursuline School seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and student-centered music educator to serve as Choral, General Music & Woodwinds Teacher. This full-time faculty position offers the opportunity to inspire students through choral performance, general music instruction, woodwind education, and theatrical productions while contributing to a vibrant Performing Arts Department.

The successful candidate will foster musical excellence through engaging classroom instruction, ensemble performance, and individualized instruction while cultivating students' creativity, confidence, and appreciation for the performing arts. Depending upon experience and qualifications, this position may also include leadership responsibilities as Chairperson of the Performing Arts Department.

The Ursuline School believes that the performing arts are an essential part of a student's educational experience. Members of the Performing Arts Department work collaboratively to foster creativity, artistic excellence, joyful participation, and a lifelong appreciation for music.

Start Date: 9/1/2026

Position: Full-time; Middle/High School (6 - 12)

Salary Range:  $75,000 - $95,000 commensurate with background and experience  

Responsibilities: 

• Teach Middle and Upper School Chorus.
• Teach General Music courses for students in Grades 6–12.
• Provide beginning and intermediate instruction in woodwind instruments through individual and/or small-group instruction.
• Prepare students for concerts, liturgies, assemblies, and other school performances.
• Serve as Music Director for the Fall Play and/or Spring Musical.
• Collaborate closely with fellow performing arts faculty to develop a comprehensive, student-centered music program.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages artistic growth, creativity, and student leadership.
• Participate actively in concerts, admissions programs, school events, and community performances.
• Depending upon experience and qualifications, provide leadership as Performing Arts Department Chair, including curriculum development, departmental collaboration, and program planning.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience teaching middle and/or high school chorus and general music.
• Experience providing woodwind instruction preferred.
• Experience serving as Music Director for theatrical productions preferred.
• Strong piano accompaniment skills preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire students with diverse musical backgrounds and abilities.
• Commitment to educating the whole person within a Catholic, college preparatory environment.

Previous Applicants: Candidates who previously applied for the Instrumental Music Teacher position are encouraged to express interest in this revised position. Existing application materials will remain on file; however, applicants are welcome to submit an updated cover letter, resume, or additional materials if they wish to highlight their qualifications for this specific opportunity.

Interested Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:  employment@ursulinenewrochelle.org

The Ursuline School is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring faculty, administration and staff of diverse backgrounds. Our community promotes respect for individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other state or federally protected classification.