Music Instructor

WHEDco Careers Page • New York, NY

4d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with the program director, school principal, and other key stakeholders, the music instructor will lead the planning, development, and implementation of the music component of the WHEDco Extended School Day Program at The Highbridge Green School, with a focus on activities that promote literacy, social justice awareness, and cultural competence.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years professional experience working with children in a classroom and instructing specific field of , after school, or in a community-based environment leading and organizing activities. Substantial volunteer work will be considered.
• Able to work late afternoons and/or evenings.
• Well-organized, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Previous experience in low-income communities.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in the field of education, child development or literacy preferred.
• Current, active college enrollment or college degree preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement the music program for students in grades 6 to 8, offering participants opportunities to develop an interest and mastery of the art form.
• Lead, supervise and provide guidance to program participants in that elective four (4) times per week.
• Create lesson plan and select necessary supplies.
• Attend all necessary staff development training.
• Encourage and lead projects related to music that foster academic, cultural and artistic growth.
• Assist in the planning of workshops and special events.
• Attend all required staff/planning meetings.
• Take on special assignments which pertain to the goals and objectives of the program.
• Work in collaboration with Event Specialist towards students performances and school wide special events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees