Music Minister/Choral Director (PT)

Yardley, PA
Type: Lay
Posted Apr 2, 2024
Job Title
Music Minister/Choral Director
Name of church or organization
St. Andrew’s Church
Location
Yardley, PA
Job Description
We seek a leader who will collaborate with the organist and Rector to enrich the joyful and dynamic worship that is the heart of our congregational life. The Music Minister leads an adult choir in rehearsals one night a week and before Sunday worship, as well as our Godly Play Singers (elementary school-aged children) in brief rehearsals following worship on Sundays. The goal of the music ministry program is to engage people of all ages and abilities, enabled and supported by a dedicated choir, to praise God, pray, and build community through music. The Music Minister works as a part of a team to assist in planning worship as well as listening together for the energy and engagement of the congregation on Sundays to help guide future planning. We are eager to continue developing the musical leadership of the choirs as ensembles, as well as cultivating cantoring skills that support a broad range of music in congregational worship.

Qualifications

We seek someone with the following abilities to share with this community:

  • Resonance with St. Andrew’s vision the heart to be a collaborative partner on a team that leads creative, joyful, and inclusive worship.
  • Excellent musicianship, particularly choral directing, rehearsing, and teaching with volunteer singers, adults, and children.
  • Familiarity with Episcopal liturgy, music, and the church calendar is ideal (or the commitment to be a fast learner!).
  • Experience with Music the Makes Community or paperless singing is a plus!
Type of Commitment
Part Time
Does this job pay?
Yes
Application Process
Compensation
This is a part-time, salaried position with generous vacation time:
• Salary of $24,000-28,000 per year, negotiable based on experience.
• Four weeks of vacation during the year, with an additional four weeks that must be taken in the summer (8 weeks total vacation).
• Continuing Education is expected and can be financially supported.

TO APPLY BY MAY 2:
Please submit the following to the Rev. Hilary Greer, Rector at application@standrews-yardley.org:
• A letter of interest, especially addressing what you see as your fit for this position and the community of St. Andrew’s.
• A resume or CV and three professional references
• Preferred: a link, or audio or video file, representing your relevant musicianship.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so early applicants are encouraged, and the position is opened until filled.

Link to the job posting or application
https://www.standrews-yardley.org/musicandconcerts
Website
https://www.standrews-yardley.org/