Job Description
Region: 18
School District/Employer: Compass Academy Charter School
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Charter/Private,
Position: Teacher,
Assignment Level: Level
- Elementary
- High School
- Middle School
Core Subjects Job Title: Choir Director
School: Odessa Compass Academy
Campus Description: Located at 5530 Billy Hext Rd, Odessa, TX 79765, Compass Academy Charter School is a vibrant and innovative educational community dedicated to nurturing curiosity, creativity, and a passion for learning. We strive to provide an environment where every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential.
As a teacher at Compass Academy, you serve as a cornerstone of our mission-fostering intellectual growth, character development, and essential life skills in every student. Your role extends beyond instruction; you are a catalyst for curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. Through innovative teaching, individualized support, and compassionate mentorship, you empower students to become informed, responsible, and engaged citizens. In your hands lies the transformative power to shape minds, ignite passions, and prepare the next generation to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Date Posted: 6/9/2026
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage the choir program at assigned campus. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and provide an opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Demonstrated competency in music and choir
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of music theory, conducting, harmony, and vocal production
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of University Interscholastic League (UIL) rules
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to interpret data
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Student teaching or approved internship experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
1. Provide instruction and leadership to choir students, conduct and lead the choir, provide musical guidance, conduct auditions, and guide students with achieving correct tone, pitch, rhythm, tempo, and harmony. Lead a vocal ensemble or solo performance.
2. Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in choir.
3. Provide for choir participation at extracurricular events including concerts and UIL.
4. Coordinate suitable choir formations, rehearsals, competitions, routines, and performances.
5. Develop and implement plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
6. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
7. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
8. Work with other members of the staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
9. Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to determine program effectiveness and ensure that program renewal is continuous and responds to student needs.
Student Growth and Development
10. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
11. Be a positive role model for students and support mission of the school district.
Classroom Management and Organization
12. Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
13. Manage student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
14. Accompany and supervise students on out-of-town trip activities and arrange transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
15. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, material, and facilities.
Communication
16. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Budget and Inventory
17. Develop and administer budget based on documented program needs and ensure that operations are cost effective, and funds are managed wisely.
18. Coordinate fundraising activities and manage funds.
19. Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.
20. Oversee cleaning, repairing, and storing of all equipment.
21. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Professional Growth and Development
22. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
23. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
24. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, UIL rules, and board policy in the choir area.
Personnel Management
25. Assist with recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assistant choir directors.
Other
26. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Monitor the performance of assistant choir director and accompanist.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED)
Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking/marching
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); may lift and move musical instruments
Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district and statewide travel
Salary Range: Per CACS Teacher Pay-scale
Benefits:
How To Apply: Jennifer Mock
HS Principal
Phone: (432) 272-1836
Email: jmock@mycacs.org
Or
Mark Dominguez
Superintendent
mdominguez@mycacs.org
Job Tags
Full time, Internship