Public School Teaching Artist (3K - 5th grade)

Third Street Music School • New York, NY

3d • $53 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

Third Street Music School seeks a dedicated educator and musician to teach elementary music classes for students in grades 3K through 5th grade at P.S. 64 - Robert Simon in New York City. The program consists of seven in-school classes per week, currently scheduled across two days. Classes are groups of 10–30 students and are 45 minutes long.

The instructor will develop and teach approximately 24 weeks of culturally responsive, inclusive curriculum. Through song, language, drama, movement, and instruments, students explore music, dance, improvisation, and creative expression. The program promotes positive social and emotional outcomes, including body awareness, communication, community-building, and executive functioning. It supports inclusive classrooms, makes accommodations where needed, and maintains high expectations for student achievement and caring teacher-student relationships. Students learn songs throughout the year, celebrate seasons, explore music from different cultures, and connect learning to academic units.

Third Street Music School is a community music school founded in 1894. It serves more than 5,000 students annually through music and dance instruction, school and community partnerships, a music-infused preschool, and a performance program. Its public-school and community partnership program serves more than 30 schools and community centers across New York City. The organization describes its commitment to diversity as fostering a collegial community where faculty and staff of every racial identity feel they belong and are supported and valued.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience teaching elementary music to students ages 3–11.
• At least 2 years of experience teaching in large group settings, public schools, or community music schools.
• Attention to punctuality, attendance records, and reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and classroom teachers.
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of colleagues, including Third Street faculty and staff members.

Nice To Haves

• A record of ongoing professional development and activity in professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Teach 45-minute group music classes of 10–30 students in NYC public schools.
• Develop and teach approximately 24 weeks of culturally responsive and inclusive curriculum.
• Foster students’ love of music through artistic expression, song, dance, and instrumental exploration.
• Collaborate on curriculum and scheduling with the assigned site contact and classroom teachers.
• Prepare students for informal or formal performances, depending on school needs.
• Support and encourage students to continue their music education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed