Public School Music Instructor / Coach

Third Street Music SchoolNew York, NY

$78 - $105 / hour

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Part-time

Career level

Senior-level

Compensation

$78-$105/hour

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Job Title:Instructor/Coach, Public School Create Teacher Training Program Music (Pre-K, Kinder); Part-time

Department:Partners Program

Reports To: Director, Partners Program

Salary:$105/hour for coaching; $78/hour for curriculum planning and meetings

Position OverviewThird Street Music School is seeking a music instructor to support and train public school teachers and paraprofessionals in integrating music into their pre-K and/or kindergarten classrooms. The ideal candidate is a dedicated music educator who has 5+ years of experience teaching students ages 3-6, collaborating with other teaching professionals, and developing/overseeing the implementation of music curriculum in public schools.Third Street began providing music instruction to public school students in 1959 and arts integration teacher training to public school teachers in 2015. Today, Third Street partners with 30+ public schools across NYC. The goal of these partnerships is to improve the lives of students and teachers through music and dance. Third Street’s teacher training program offers a collaborative environment for public school teachers to inspire and support the integration of music into daily activities throughout the school day. Third Street faculty host workshops and on-site residencies which focus on each of the foundational elements of teaching music in the early childhood classroom. In addition to age-appropriate songs and movement activities, the instructor\coach will offer techniques to extend activities such as making literary connections, initiating and incorporating students’ ideas, and encouraging family engagement. Strategies for adapting and personalizing material to address the specific student populations in each classroom are a critical part of the workshops and on-site residencies. Responsibilities

Lead workshops and coaching sessions for pre-K and kindergarten teachers and paraprofessionals
Work with teachers to scaffold lessons and musical activities during whole group learning time and other daily routines
Foster a love of music through the development of artistic expression, song, dance, and instrumental exploration

Celebrate diverse cultures through music and/or dance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood or music education
5+ years’ experience teaching 3–6-year-old students in large group settings and public schools
Attention to punctuality, attendance records, and reports
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and classroom teachers
Record of ongoing professional development and activity in professional organizations
Ability to collaborate with a variety of colleagues, including Third Street faculty and staff members

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND: As the nation’s longest-running community music school, Third Street Music School has been transforming lives through the arts for 131 years. In 1894, Third Street was founded by Emilie Wagner, an arts education pioneer who made music education the cornerstone of a settlement house that welcomed immigrants to NYC and provided families with housing support, food, and medical care alongside arts enrichment. Today, Third Street is committed to leveraging arts education to empower youth to reach their fullest potential and unite the diverse communities of NYC. Third Street serves 5,000+ students annually, enriching their lives and communities.Third Street’s core programs include: 1) music and dance instruction for people of all ages, offered seven days a week; 2) public school, public housing, and community partnerships (Third Street Partners) providing instruction in 30+ underserved schools and community centers; 3) a music-infused preschool for students 6 months to five years; and 4) a performance program with over 250 live and virtual concerts annually for more than 10,000 audience members at Third Street and celebrated venues across NYC.Our commitment to diversity embraces a collegial Third Street community in which faculty and staff of every racial identity feel a sense of belonging, feel supported and valued in their work without feeling tokenized.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $78–$105 per hour for this role.

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Alternate-schedule
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Third Street Music School is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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