The following job announcements are provided as a courtesy to members of SCMEA. Note that SCMEA is not responsible for the accuracy of these announcements; for more information contact each school district directly. When submitting a job announcement, please include the date to remove it from this web page. Also note that some of these jobs may already be filled; it is up to the contributor to inform us of its change of status.

Myrtle Beach High School: Choral/drama position
Posted April 22, 2008

Choral/drama position at Myrtle Beach High School for 2008-2009. This is a full time position at the high school with emphasis on choral music but someone that will also be willing to teach drama. Until the choral program is developed, it will probably be 2 drama classes and one choral class per day. Please contact: Nona Kerr, Principal of Myrtle Beach High School (email).

Application information can be found at the Horry County Schools website

Murphy High School / Murphy Middle School
Posted April 13, 2008

Looking for a strong individual to help build program. 11 month salary plus $2500.00 supplement

Contact:

Virginia Williams
Director of Personnel
Cherokee County Schools
911 Andrews Road
Murphy, North Carolina 28906
1-828-837-2722

This advertisement is valid until May 1st.

Kelly Mill Middle School: Band Director
Posted April 1, 2008

Applications are being accepted for the Band Director position at Kelly Mill Middle School in Richland School District Two in Columbia, SC.  This co-position with Mrs. Leah Corde is a full time position with supplement.  This position also has an additional supplement as Assistant Band Director with the Ridge View High School Marching Band.  Interested persons should apply through Cerra at http://www.winthrop.edu/scteach/default.asp and through Richland School District Two at http://www.richland2.org

You may also want to send a email to Dr. Michale Lemrow, Kelly Mill MS principal at mlemrow@kmm.richland2.org

Dutch Fork High School: Band Director
Posted March 22, 2008

In Irmo, SC (near Columbia, SC)

220 Days, Teacher Pay Scale

Application information can be accessed under the Human Resources page on the District's web page at www.lex5.k12.sc.us.

Please complete an online application at www.winthrop.edu/scteach. Include: College transcripts, Praxis/NTE Scores, 3 professional references. Applicants need to be eligible for certification by the S.C. Department of Education. Send: Letter of Interest, Resume, Teaching Certificate (copy). Contact:

Chief HR Services Officer,
Division of HR Services,
School District Five,
1020 Dutch Fork Road,
Irmo, SC 29063.

Also complete an online interview at

https://gx.gallup.com/teacherinsight.gx
Use District code 20868381

Finalists will be asked to furnish a video and audio documentation of success in both the concert and marching band venues.

Irmo High School: Band Director
Posted March 16, 2008

Band Director,  Irmo High School, 3-time National Blue Ribbon winner, 2008-2009 school year.  Award winning program! The Bands of Irmo program has a long-standing tradition of excellence and seeks a qualified person to continue this standard for our students. Visit www.irmoband.org for more info on the Bands of Irmo!

Application information can be accessed under the Human Resources page on the District's web page at  www.lex5.k12.sc.us. Closing date is April 3, 2008.

Please complete an online application at www.winthrop.edu/scteach.  Include: College transcripts, Praxis/NTE Scores, 3 professional references.  Applicants need to be eligible for certification by the S.C. Department of Education. Send:  Letter of Interest, Resume, Teaching Certificate (copy). Contact:

Chief HR Services Officer,
Division of HR Services,
School District Five,
1020 Dutch Fork Road,
Irmo, SC 29063.

Also complete an online interview at

https://gx.gallup.com/teacherinsight.gx
Use District code  20868381

Temple Zion Baptist Church: Director of Music Ministry
Posted July 16, 2007

Temple Zion Baptist Church, a rapidly growing, dynamic church in the North Columbia Community, is prayerfully seeking to employ a Director of its Music Ministry.   This is an ideal opportunity for a gifted, talented and energetic individual looking to share his/her musical abilities, leadership skills and love of music. The individual must be able to play both the piano and organ and must be able to teach voice.  The individual will direct an adult choir, youth choir and male chorus.

Salary is commensurate with knowledge, skills and experience.

The church is located at 1174 Heyward Brockington Rd., Columbia, SC.  The Rev. Reginald G. Flynn is the pastor. 

Sumter School District 17: Itinerant Strings Position
Posted July 16, 2007

Position Description: Itinerant position will travel between two middle schools to provide strings instruction.  Establish classroom environment conducive to continuous progress of students; provide quality instruction, develop lesson plans and materials to conduct classroom instructional activities. This is a 190-day position.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; South Carolina teacher’s certificate; ability to pass criminal background check.

All applicants must hold or be in the process of obtaining a valid South Carolina Teaching Certificate (http://www.scteachers.org/) in instrumental music with specific knowledge in strings. Interested persons should obtain, complete and return a Sumter School District 17 Teaching Application. Salary information & applications can be found on our district website:

http://district.sumter17.k12.sc.us/home.aspx

For more information please contact:
Mr. Robert Hutchens, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources
(803) 469-8536, ext. 104 or hutchensr@sumter17.k12.sc.us

Leavelle McCampbell Middle School: Music / Chorus Director
Posted July 5, 2007

Leavelle McCampbell Middle School is looking for a music/chorus director. School district is in Aiken County Area 3. The faculty and staff are very supportive. Community is very supportive as well. Many new developments are taking place in and around the area.

Contact Information:

Leavelle McCampbell MS
82 Canal St.
Graniteville, SC 29829
803-663-4300 Phone
803-663-4302 Fax
Al Lamback Principal
Dr. Tim Yarborough Superint.

http://www.aiken.k12.sc.us
Ronnie Mock Chorus Director
803-541-9806 Home
rmock@aiken.k12.sc.us
ronniemock@yahoo.com

Sandhills Middle School, Lex District 4: MS Choral Director
Posted May 11, 2007

Sandhills Middle School in Lexington District 4 (Gaston-Swansea) outside of greater Columbia, seeks a middle school Chorus director.

Send applications to
Mrs. Angie Rye
582 Meadowfield Rd.
Gaston, SC 29053
803-926-1890

*Full administrative support of the arts
*90 students enrolled in Chorus for 07-08
*Single-gender classes, by grade level
*Superior ratings at Concert and Solo/Ensemble Festivals
*After-school Honor Choir
*25 dulcimers, 6 West African drums, 8 keyboards
*Spring musical with drama teacher (during school hours, not after school)
*Students experienced with Kodaly and music literacy
*Computer lab with Finale, Audiation Assistant, SMART board

Position Description: Itinerant position will travel between schools to provide multi-level (2 elementary schools and 1 middle school) strings instruction.  Establish classroom environment conducive to continuous progress of students; provide quality instruction, develop lesson plans and materials to conduct classroom instructional activities. This position is on a 190-day schedule.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; South Carolina teacher’s certificate; ability to pass criminal background check.

All applicants must hold or be in the process of obtaining a valid South Carolina Teaching Certificate (http://www.scteachers.org/) in instrumental music with specific knowledge in strings. Interested persons should obtain, complete and return a Beaufort County School District Teaching Application. Make copies of your application for your own records before returning to the school district human resources office.  Salary information & applications can be found on our district website

For more information please contact:

Kristy Smith, Curriculum Development Specialist
(843) 525-4213 or kks7829@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Jada Gray, Administrative Assistant
(843) 525-4201 or jrg6115@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Beaufort County School District, PO Drawer 309, Beaufort, SC 29901, (843) 322-2300

Courses would include chorus, music appreciation and class piano. Contact Dr Mike Cafaro to set up an interview at 546-8516 or call Chris Miller for more information at 546-8516.

(remove June 1 2007)

At James Island Charter High School, we have a part-time opening for a strings director and a part-time opening for a chorus director. The ideal candidate would take both gigs, build both programs, and eventually create two positions. If you or anyone you know is interested, please contact me immediately.

Neville E. Curtis
Director of Bands
James Island Charter High School
1000 Fort Johnson Road
Charleston, SC 29412
843-762-5216 Band Office
843-762-2754 Main Office
843-762-5228 Fax
www.jichsband.com
www.bandsoftheisland.com
Email

(remove Sept 2007)

Christ Church Episcopal School has a 2007-2008 opening for a part-time strings instructor. Candidates should have a degree in instrumental music with study in string pedagogy. Responsibilities include teaching Middle School string classes, a Lower School string class and an Upper School chamber music class. Candidates should be able to promote and direct growth in a developing instrumental music program. They should be able to work collaboratively with current music faculty and other colleagues. Experience with the Suzuki method is preferred. CCES is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering competitive salaries, full benefits, and generous professional development opportunities.

Candidates may submit resumes to

Ms. Val Hendrickson
Middle School Director
555 Wenwood Road
Greenville, SC 29607

or email her at hendricv@cces.org

(remove Sept 2007)

SC Governor's School: Woodwind Specialist
Posted October 17, 2006

The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities seeks a woodwind specialist to teach artistically gifted high school students in a residential setting.  The ideal candidate will have significant teaching and performing experience and a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred). Courses may include private instruction on one or more instruments, chamber music, music history, conducting and/or ensemble teaching. Further Information: 

Deborah Franks
15 University Street
Greenville, SC  29601
864-282-3780 

Interested persons must submit a complete and current state employment application to the above address indicating vacancy title and position number.  State applications are available at http://www.state.sc.us/jobs/application.

C 29901
(843) 322-2300