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Activity Specialist - Music @ PS 1Center For Family Life in Sunset Park Inc • New York, NY, US
Activity Specialist - Music @ PS 1

Activity Specialist - Music @ PS 1

Center For Family Life in Sunset Park Inc • New York, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

JOB TITLE : Activity Specialist – Music

DEPARTMENT : School-Based Programming

Exemption : Non-Exempt

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION : To create, implement, and facilitate age-appropriate activities for school-aged participants.

REPORTS TO : Yolanda Nunez and David Garcia, Co - Program Director

SUPERVISES : N / A

I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to

  • Designing age-appropriate, standards-based music curricula for groups of elementary and middle school-age youth in afterschool and summer programs
  • Providing weekly instruction in vocal and / or instrumental music and composition, and leading weekly activities for youth of all ages
  • Collaborating with participants to compose and perform songs and musical arrangements showcased in performances for the program, school, and / or community
  • Incorporating the NYS Learning Standards for the Arts and the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for English Language Arts into the music curriculum
  • Planning and collaborating with colleagues to produce 2 - 3 annual program-wide performances
  • Helping to create and implement special events, staff development, and other community-building activities.
  • Contribute to the planning and execution of special events, staff development training, and other community-building activities
  • Attend weekly professional development meetings

II. QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education / Degree minimum requirement : Bachelor’s Degree
  • Provide weekly instructions in vocal and / or instrumental music
  • Has skill in piano and / or guitar accompaniment
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Has skills working with youth of all ages
  • Flexibility and the ability to work well as a member of a team of different disciplines (artists, teachers, young-adult staff)
  • Interested in managing and creating positive experiences for groups of youth, including participants with special needs and challenging behaviors
  • Bilingual : English / Mandarin / Cantonese or English / Spanish, preferred
  • III. RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS

  • Build and maintain close, daily interactions with participants, co-workers, and supervisors
  • Engage in discussions and training regarding receiving / providing information, discussing arising issues, explaining or interpreting guidelines / instructions, and instructing
  • Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and clients within our organization.
  • Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change
  • Forge a mutually respectful partnership with the people served and their families.
  • Maintain contact as needed with participant’s families, school personnel, and external community groups to co-exist in the same space
  • IV. WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Actively engage and interact with children each day
  • May be required to be active by walking, bending, standing, squatting or sitting on the floor with children
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain a high energy level
  • Be comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
  • May be exposed to all weather conditions and might be required to work in various temperatures to facilitate activities in various locations inside and outside of the school building
  • V. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

    The Music Activity Specialist’s role focuses on creating, facilitating, and offering school-aged children the opportunity to engage in music activities and experiences.

    SALARY AND BENEFITS

  • Hourly rate is per $22.00 to $27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and education .
  • This is a part-time position.
  • The comprehensive benefits package includes up to four weeks of paid vacation, fourteen paid holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan benefits. Additional voluntary benefits include disability, critical illness, and accident.
  • Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and commitment to our mission to d.garcia@centerforfamilylife.org with job title in subject line or apply directly through the application on Paylocity with their resume and cover letter.

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