About the Company:
Education Through Music is a non-profit organization that partners with New York City Public Schools to place music teachers and programs back into school's curricula. We are unique from other arts nonprofits in that we provide a bridge for teachers who are not certified to teach in public schools, build their program, and eventually be hired by a public school for the DOE. ETM has great reach in that we serve all five boroughs, we have partnerships with 50 public schools and provide music education to over 18,000 children. Music is a part of a well rounded education; it is essential for students' social and emotional well being and a critical tool for establishing equity and success. We are looking for teachers who are passionate about music and making a difference in their communities.
Responsibilities:
Serving as school music facultyCoordinating and developing the in-school music program with program staffProducing two school-wide concerts each yearAttending and assisting in school wide functions such as assemblies, graduation, after school activitiesComprehensive scope and sequencing of lesson planningReflect, implement, and improve upon existing processesIndividuals who do not currently hold 'eligible' status for classroom teaching from the NYC Department of Education (DOE) will be asked to undergo a fingerprinting and background check by the NYC DOE PETS system. Only those cleared by the DOE who receive 'eligible' status are eligible for hire by ETM.
Please note that at this time, we are unable to provide H1B sponsorship/visas for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in The United States without requiring sponsorship. We appreciate your understanding and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Education Through Music is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Benefits include:
12-month (year-round) payrollPaid time off- Sick days, personal days, school holidays and breaks, including summer breakEmployer-subsidized health insurance (Oxford/UnitedHealthcare) and employer-sponsored Health Reimbursement Account (currently up to $5,000/yr.)Teaching certification assistanceEducation Assistance Program (Reimbursement up to $5,000/yr. towards music education certification)403B retirement planCommuter Benefits (transit/parking)Available employee funded benefits include: Guardian dental and vision, Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Account (FSA/DCA), Guardian term life, Aflac, LegalShieldPay Range:
$54,156 - $64,390/year
Requirements:Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a Music/Arts or Related Field1-3 years of teaching groups of up to 30 children for an organization or other employer, please note that private group lessons where the teacher is entirely self-employed do not qualifyAbility to model quality singing in front of childrenSound musical knowledgeKnowledge of musical pedagogy practicesability to walk up several flights of stairs, and lift up to 15lbs of equipment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's in Music Education or Related FieldCertified to teach in the state of New York or in any other state3-5 years of experience teaching in New York City Public SchoolsSinging, conducting, keyboard, guitar and presentation skills are all plusesPrior experience in teaching Band, Orchestra, Modern Band and ChoirComfortability with Music Technology Software such as SoundtrapCompensation details: 0 Yearly Salary
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Education Through Music is a non-profit organization that partners with New York City Public Schools to place music teachers and programs back into school's curricula. We are unique from other arts nonprofits in that we provide a bridge for teachers who are not certified to teach in public schools, build their program, and eventually be hired by a public school for the DOE. ETM has great reach in that we serve all five boroughs, we have partnerships with 50 public schools and provide music education to over 18,000 children. Music is a part of a well rounded education; it is essential for students' social and emotional well being and a critical tool for establishing equity and success. We are looking for teachers who are passionate about music and making a difference in their communities.
Responsibilities:
Leading and teaching a class assigned by the Music Teacher-MentorAssist with school-wide concerts (Winter or Spring) in which all students perform two pieces of music, respectively. This includes leading rehearsal for and conducting one song. Other tasks include assisting with all logistics - sound, lighting, staging, etc.Assist with managing student behavior to maintain an optimal learning environment that is orderly, productive, free of unnecessary distractions, respectful and safeAssist with recording student progress toward learning goals based on the ETM benchmarks. This includes the use of formal rubrics customized to measure comprehension/learning for various specific lesson plans provided by the music teacherAssist the music teacher with the creation of the classroom's visually engaging bulletin board and maintain keeping the music classroom print-rich, visually engaging, neat, organized and welcomingProvide support and reinforce the classroom procedures and routines by which students know exactly what is expected of them and how they may interact with others to participate successfully that have been provided by the music teacher. This includes the consistent use of seating charts, posters and rules and consequences.Participate in ETM music teacher professional development training sessions and proactively pursue professional development by utilizing and applying ETM content, concepts, and resourcesCommit to growing as a music teacher in order to be culturally responsive to our students and communitiesTimely, responsive, and constructive communication in person and through phone/email with ETM and school staffCreate and maintain a portfolio that includes a weekly observation journal and unit planIf supporting Ensembles: Assist Mentor Teacher to keep accurate records and maintenance of materials and instrument inventory, lead pullout lessons and ensemble rehearsalsIndividuals who do not currently hold 'eligible' status for classroom teaching from the NYC Department of Education (DOE) will be asked to undergo a fingerprinting and background check by the NYC DOE PETS system. Only those cleared by the DOE who receive 'eligible' status are eligible for hire by ETM.
Please note that at this time, we are unable to provide H1B sponsorship/visas for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in The United States without requiring sponsorship. We appreciate your understanding and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Education Through Music is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Compensation & Benefits:
$20/hr.
Accrued sick time
Available employee-funded benefits include: Commuter benefits (transit/parking), LegalShield, 403(b) retirement plan
Requirements:Hour Requirements:
Candidates must work a minimum of 10 hours and up to a maximum of 13 hours a week for approximately 12-14 weeksInterns will not receive pay for days not worked during school holidaysScheduling must remain consistent for the entire semester, with at least 2.5 hours minimum at the school on each visitCandidates must be able to work within the school's music scheduleBasic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in a Music/Arts or Related Field1 year of teaching experience or student teaching experienceAbility to model quality singing in front of childrenSound musical knowledgeKnowledge of musical pedagogy practicesAdvanced musical notation and theory literacyability to walk up several flights of stairs, and lift up to 15lbs of equipment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's in Music Education or Related Field2 years teaching groups of children in a classroom settingAdvanced vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, particularly guitar, piano, or voiceConducting experienceCompensation details: 20-20 Hourly Wage
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