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Growth Mindset – SSCC’s mission makes our programming accessible to students regardless of prior experience. All of our programs are audition-free, meaning that our students come from a wide variety of experiences and backgrounds, and are very diverse. An ideal candidate agrees with this philosophy, and furthermore, thrives in this type of environment and is excited to meet each student where they are at and help them to grow and learn through SSCC.
Wholehearted – At SSCC, the priority is the individual, music is the vessel by which we connect and create, and excellence and inspiration is the outcome. We expect every SSCC staff member to be invested in students individually. Staff Members must learn names, correct pronunciations, and pronouns of our students, respecting their identities fully.
Joyful – In every SSCC gathering there is laughter. While moments of emotion do enter our space, we expect every SSCC Staff Member to teach from a place of joy, and to keep sarcasm and negativity out of any SSCC communication or gathering.
Collaborative & Communicative – In order to be collaborative and work as a team, SSCC Staff must respectfully communicate and reserve time to spend planning and preparing for rehearsals and performances. Trusting and respecting other staff members and their time is imperative to creating space for our singers.
Flexible - SSCC rehearsals and spaces are unique, and the choral repertoire performed spans many genres. To become a member of the SSCC Artistic Staff, one must have a flexible vocal technique and appreciation for all genres/styles of choral music. Flexible teaching styles are necessary for the range of students that our programs reach.
Creative - At SSCC, we encourage our staff to be creative in the classroom. We are particularly excited about activities that require motion/kinesthetics! We believe in motivating students through engaging, unique, and creative activities. Let your imagination run wild, and let’s figure out how to make your idea happen!
South Shore Children’s Chorus (SSCC) seeks a passionate and creative early-career music educator or conductor for the Rachel K Hallenbeck Lightkeeper Fellowship, a two-year position beginning in the 2025–2026 season. This hybrid fellowship provides hands-on teaching experience, professional development, and dedicated mentorship. It honors the legacy of the late Rachel K Hallenbeck by supporting educators who lead with a people-first mindset, radiate joy and curiosity, and bring a vibrant, growth-oriented spirit to choral music.
This fellowship is named in honor of Rachel K. Hallenbeck; beloved mother, educator, colleague, and friend. Her joyful spirit and unwavering belief in people made every room brighter. Rachel spent over 30 years teaching in Braintree Public Schools and led the youngest singers at SSCC with gentleness, humor, and boundless compassion. She had a gift for making everyone feel seen, heard, and valued whether you were a nervous kindergartener on your first day of choir, a teacher needing encouragement, or a high school student in the stages of growing up. She was the kind of person who left handwritten notes, remembered the small details, and laughed easily and often.Rachel lived with a light that inspired others to shine, and this fellowship carries that legacy forward. The Lightkeeper Fellow will not only teach and learn but will be asked to see others fully, to lead with heart, and to nurture community with the same warmth and intentionality Rachel brought to everything she touched. This is more than a job. This is an invitation to carry forward a legacy of joy, kindness, and people-first teaching.
The mission of South Shore Children’s Chorus (Quincy, MA) is to provide quality musical education and vocal training to students living in the communities of the South Shore, MA and beyond. SSCC keeps the development and well-being of our students as our top priority and aims to create a safe space and loving community for choristers to learn, to grow, and find their own voice. SSCC welcomes singers in grades K-12 and is passionate about teaching every child to use their voice, regardless of financial situation or prior experience. The Rachel K Hallenbeck Lightkeeper Fellowship offers immersive experience in both the artistic and administrative sides of a nonprofit music organization.
The Fellow will:
-Assist with, co-teach, and independently teach multiple K–6th grade classes each week (Upbeat & Amplify choirs)
-Serve as a choral assistant for 7th–12th grade ensembles (Dynamic & Resonate choirs), including leading sectionals as needed
-Work as a rehearsal manager when needed, supporting administrative functions during program hoursCo-teach and support summer programs, including SSCC Summer and the South Shore Music & Arts Sampler
-Be an active member of the artistic and administrative teams, participating in planning, communication, and program development
-Receive regular feedback and mentorship from SSCC leadership and veteran teachers to support professional growth—this fellowship is a learning experience designed to help the Fellow develop confidence, refine their teaching style, and gain real-world tools for a career in music education
-This is a two-year position structured as 0.7 FTE in Year 1 and full-time in Year 2
The Fellow will gain well-rounded experience across multiple age groups and learning environments while developing tools for both classroom teaching and nonprofit leadership.
SSCC’s artistic team is a collaborative, joyful group of educators committed to student growth, musical excellence, and continuous learning. Team members support each other, value feedback, and work together to solve challenges in real time, always putting students first. The Rachel K Hallenbeck Lightkeeper Fellow will be welcomed as an integral member of this community and actively contribute to our high-quality, growth-minded learning environment.
Start Date: July 1, 2025
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