Assistant Music Teaching Artist - Per Diem

92nd Street Y•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

92NY School Engagement in the Arts provides arts residencies, performances, and learning experiences to thousands of K-12 students and educators across New York City annually. This assistant role is designed for early-career music educators seeking to enhance their teaching skills while collaborating with experienced 92NY Teaching Artists. Assistants will aid with music activities, small-group instruction, materials management, classroom engagement, and inclusive teaching practices under the supervision of Lead Teaching Artists. This position also acts as a professional development opportunity for future Lead Teaching Artist roles. Assignments may occur in Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Manhattan, with a preference for candidates available to teach in Queens, Manhattan, and the Bronx.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music, Music Performance, or a related field preferred.
1-3 years of experience teaching, assisting, or supporting music education programs preferred.
Interest in developing as a music educator or teaching artist.
Foundational knowledge of elementary music education, rhythm, percussion, singing, or creative music-making.
Experience working with children or youth in schools, camps, community programs, or similar settings.
Willingness to support students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and classroom support skills.
Ability to receive feedback and grow through coaching and mentorship.
Current fingerprint clearance through the New York City and New York State Departments of Education preferred.
Spanish language proficiency and/or experience working with multilingual learners preferred.

Responsibilities

Support Lead Teaching Artists during weekly music residency sessions in NYC public schools.
Assist with music activities using singing, movement, percussion, instrument exploration, and collaborative music-making.
Help with small-group instruction, materials setup, modeling activities, and individual student support.
Support classroom engagement and help maintain a positive learning environment.
Adapt activities in collaboration with Lead Teaching Artists and school staff to support students with diverse learning needs.
Gradually lead portions of lessons under the guidance of Lead Teaching Artists.
Participate in required trainings, mentorship, curriculum meetings, planning meetings, and professional development.
Communicate consistently with 92NY staff, Lead Teaching Artists, classroom teachers, and school partners.
Arrive prepared and complete required program documentation as requested by 92NY.