MUSIC & MOVEMENT MENTOR

Opportunity Village•Spring Valley, NV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Music and Movement Mentor coordinates the educational, creative, and administrative functions of Opportunity Village’s VIA (Very Important Arts) program. Reporting to the Supervisor of Fine and Performing Arts, the role combines program coordination with direct music and movement instruction for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Opportunity Village campuses and in community settings. The position supports scheduling, enrollment, communications, reporting, documentation, curriculum implementation, and performance coordination, while encouraging creativity, self-expression, skill development, and community engagement. The role also promotes Opportunity Village’s values of connection, enthusiasm, productivity, stewardship, and individual and team development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in an educational, arts, or related support role, including developing and implementing lesson plans, curriculum, activities, or instructional programming.
Current CPI certification within 30 days of employment.
Current CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of employment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with individuals, team members, supervisors, support networks, and community partners.
Strong organizational, administrative, and time-management skills.
Ability to teach and demonstrate music and movement activities.
Computer literacy, including spreadsheets, scheduling systems, and reporting tools; basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written instructions and information; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to explain and instruct clearly and engagingly.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and work independently and collaboratively.
Professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and social perceptiveness to understand others’ reactions and behaviors.
Ability to resolve multiple complex issues while remaining calm in stressful situations, accept and apply performance-based feedback, and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds; standing for 80% of the workday; prolonged computer use; tolerating slight to extreme indoor and outdoor temperatures and moderate to loud noise; operating office equipment; and frequent bending, sitting, standing, lifting, and walking.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching or facilitating music, movement, dance, performing arts, or creative arts activities.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
One year of verifiable work experience in health care, daycare, mental health, education, or a related field.
Experience planning, coordinating, or supporting community-based programs or performances.
Certification, training, or demonstrated experience in Orff-Schulwerk techniques or ECMMA methodologies.

Responsibilities

Use appropriate methods when working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Support Opportunity Village’s organizational culture and participants’ choice and creativity.
Develop and implement class curricula and performance-based activities that promote self-expression, teamwork, motor skills, focus, and creativity.
Teach music and movement classes to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Opportunity Village campuses and in community settings.
Coordinate VIA school scheduling and maintain program calendars, meetings, and schedules.
Support VIA recruitment and enrollment activities.
Prepare and rehearse performance pieces for Opportunity Village and community events throughout the year.
Collaborate with Fine and Performing Arts leadership, Music & Dance Mentors, Teaching Artists, and administrative team members to support program operations and performances.
Complete and maintain required documentation, including ID notes, vital sheets, communication logs, schedules, RAD forms, and incident reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Maintain inventory of assigned equipment, supplies, and program materials.
Respond to telephone calls, emails, and community inquiries.
Comply with OSHA, infection-control requirements, and Opportunity Village safety policies and procedures.
Immediately report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA), as required by state law.
Travel between worksite locations and within the Las Vegas community in accordance with Opportunity Village vehicle policies and requirements.
Adhere to Opportunity Village policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.