YMCA is hiring : Music Instructor in New York

Salary : $35.00 - $50.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Flatbush YMCA is seeking a Music Instructor who will be responsible for working with children / teens to promote the enjoyment of music programs in accordance with the standards and guidelines established by the YMCA of Greater New York. The instructor will serve as a resource for participants to achieve goals and a sense of well-being while improving physical competence, developing confidence, and teaching basic skill development. The overall major functions of the Music Instructor also include :

Provide a fun, safe, and positive experience for all participants.

Demonstrate strong service and hospitality with all constituents, including, but not limited to, program participants and parents / guardians.

Create an all-inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Teach progressive lessons and provide opportunities to demonstrate learned skills.

Encourage a lifetime participation in movement and physical activity.

Embody the YMCA Core Values.

Key Responsibilities :

Work with the supervisor to develop program objectives and goals for each program session.

Create a written lesson plan for the program session that is age-appropriate and progressive.

Provide supervision of the participants in line with YMCA program standards and guidelines (e.g., ratio, attendance, etc.).

Modify lesson plans and instruction to meet the needs of the participants.

Teach music theory and the rules and fundamentals pertaining to the instrument being taught.

Enable students to take part in recitals, NYSSMA.HS, college auditions, and other music festivals, competitions, and performances.

Communicate with parents / guardians regarding the progress of their child / teen and registration for the next session.

Inform the Manager on Duty (MOD) regarding any incident reports that need to be filled out.

Have a thorough knowledge of branch emergency procedures and take appropriate actions in emergency situations.

Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.

Record accurate attendance for all classes.

Ensure the cleanliness of the program space during all activities.

Work with the supervisor to develop and lead program promotion and recruitment efforts.

Desired Skills & Experiences :

High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.

At least one (1) year of successful music instruction experience with children and teens.

Ability to play more than one instrument is preferred.

Performance experience preferred.

Knowledge of youth development stages.

Ability to communicate effectively with members of all ages.

Should have Classical and / or Jazz training.

Should be extremely knowledgeable in music theory.

Must be available Saturdays from 9 : 00 a.m. to 1 : 00 p.m.

Benefits :

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and / or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply :

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

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In Summary : The Flatbush YMCA is seeking a Music Instructor who will be responsible for working with children / teens to promote the enjoyment of music programs . The instructor will serve as a resource for participants to achieve goals and a sense of well-being while improving physical competence, developing confidence, and teaching basic skill development .

En Español : Salario : $35.00 - $50.00 por hora El YMCA de Greater New York está aquí para todos los neoyorquinos para empoderar a la juventud, mejorar la salud y fortalecer a la comunidad. Fundado en 1852, hoy el Y sirve a una población diversa de más de medio millón de neoyorqueos que aprenden, crecen y prosperan a través de programas y servicios en nuestras 24 sucursales. La comunidad es la piedra angular del Y. Juntos, conectamos a los neoyerquinos activos e involucrados para construir comunidades más fuertes. Para ayudar a cumplir nuestra misión, cultivamos una cultura de aprendizaje, liderazgo y colaboración para aumentar el impacto comunitario. A través de nuestro personal capacitado y un sentido profesional LEAP (Liderazgo, Empoderamiento, Responsabilidad, Crecimiento Personal), estamos comprometidos con un enfoque personalizado que fomenta el crecimiento, inclusión, desarrollo físico y recursos humanos. Crear un entorno de aprendizaje inclusivo y respetuoso. Enseñar lecciones progresivas y proporcionar oportunidades para demostrar habilidades aprendidas. Animar una participación permanente en el movimiento y la actividad física. Incorporar los valores fundamentales del YMCA. Responsabilidades clave : Trabajar con el supervisor para desarrollar objetivos y metas del programa para cada sesión del programa. Crea un plan de lección por escrito para la sesión del Programa que sea apropiado para su edad y progresiva. Proporcionar supervisión a los participantes de acuerdo con las normas y directrices del programa YMca (por ejemplo, proporción de asistencia, etc.). Modificar los planes de clases e instrucción para satisfacer las necesidades de los participantes. Instruir teoría musical y las reglas y fundamentos relacionados con el instrumento. Permitir a los estudiantes participar en recitales, NYSSMA.HS, audiciones universitarias y otros festivales especiales de música, llevar a cabo competencias y gestionar los esfuerzos necesarios. Comunicarse con los padres / directores acerca de todas las situaciones de emergencia que se encuentran presentes durante las sesiones de trabajo. Habilidades y experiencias deseadas : Diploma de escuela secundaria o equivalente requerido; algunos estudios universitarios preferidos. Al menos un (1) año de experiencia exitosa en la instrucción musical con niños y adolescentes. Se prefiere la capacidad de tocar más de un instrumento. La experiencia de rendimiento es preferida. Conocimiento de las etapas del desarrollo juvenil. Capacidad para comunicarse eficazmente con miembros de todas las edades. Debe tener formación clásica y / o jazz. Deberá ser extremadamente experto en teoría musical. Debería estar disponible los sábados desde 9 : 00 a.m hasta 1 : 00 p.m. Beneficios : El YMCA de Greater New York ofrece una variedad de beneficios a sus miembros del personal, incluidas prestaciones de jubilación, médico, tiempo libre pagado, membresía gratuita de YMca, y más!