DC Music Program Educator

Living Classrooms Foundation

Job Description

Job Title: DC Music Program Educator – Part Time (Music Production and Songwriting)                                               

JOB SUMMARY

Living Classrooms’ Ascend through Music Program in the National Capitol Region serves youth throughout Washington, DC. AMP provides opportunities to learn skills in music technology, musical instruments, creating original music, recording and performance with the purpose of developing self-expression and positive character/life skills.

Under the direction of the Director of Music Programs and working with the DC Music Coordinator, the music educator will support in building the Ascend through Music Program. The music educator will develop and teach programming that encompasses musical development, self-expression and positive character skills. Programming involves working with children, youth and adults and integrating music technology, songwriting, performances, and creating original music/videos.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – DC MUSIC PROGRAM EDUCATOR

·    3-6 hours a week, likely 1-2 days per week in 10 week terms

·    Build music technology skills and concepts including beatmaking, songwriting, recording and mixing 

·    Run recording sessions for programs and program participants

·    Edit, Mix and finalize program projects and recordings

·    Set-up and maintain equipment for optimal programming use

·    Work independently

·    Travel to program sites, including setting up and breaking down equipment and materials as needed

·    Communicate and coordinate with DC Music Program Coordinator and site staff

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ALL MUSIC EDUCATORS

·    Create and facilitate sequential and engaging lessons, activities and experiences that develop skills, knowledge, creativity and confidence in music

·    Plan and guide students in preparing final projects and/or performances

·    Incorporate effective classroom management to maintain a structured, positive learning space

·    Collaborate and Assist Director and team with program-wide performances, recordings, and projects

·    Interact professionally and appropriately with students, parents, teachers, staff, community

·    Participate in site staff meetings and on-going training opportunities

·    Capture, create and upload content on program’s social media platforms

·    Comply with all LCF/AMP policies and procedures

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

·         Mastery of industry-standard DAWs (Logic Pro X preferred) and equipment to create instrumentals, projects, and recordings

·         Knowledge in songwriting skills and techniques

·         Experience with recording equipment, running a recording session, and mixing

·         2 years of experience working with a group of youth in a structured setting

·       Understanding of basic music theory as relates to foundational skills in making/creating music

·         Strong communication, time management, and multi-tasking skills

·         Reliable transportation with ability to transport program equipment

·         Ability to work in a changing environment and address the varying needs of students

·         Comfortable working with students ages 10-17

·      Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The dress code is business casual. Living Classrooms will provide each staff person with a staff shirt. Staff shirts should be worn with slacks/skirts or appropriate jeans (e.g. no holes, no writing, too revealing, etc.).

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Living Classrooms Foundation is An Equal Opportunity Employer