New York Edge · 2 days ago
Guitar Specialist- Queens
Queens, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $25/hr
1+ years expNew York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. In this role, you will organize, lead, and promote interest in music activities, adapting the New York State Arts Learning Standards to create engaging experiences for students.
EducationSportsWellness
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible
Organize, lead, and promote interest in arts activities such as music, drumming, and percussion
Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students
Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet the student’s needs
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in the activities and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment
Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests
Progressive development of student skills leading to a final project
Qualification
Required
Must be knowledgeable and skilled in various performing arts and have prior experience successfully teaching and instructing youth
Must be able to follow a curriculum
Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual!
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required
May be required to walk up and down stairs
May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed
Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events
High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred
A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required
A minimum of one year of coaching experience is required
Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development
Preferred
Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are also preferred
Company
New York Edge
New York Edge is an education firm that offers academic enrichment curricula such as literacy, HSTCT,sports and wellness,music,etc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.18MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public Allies
2024-07-30Grant· $0.18M
Leadership Team
Beth Reisman
Administrator to the CEO
Rachael Gazdick
CEO
Recent News
2023-12-15
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