26-27 El Sistema High School Mentor

EAST SOMERVILLE COMM. SCHOOL; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not benefits eligible

Grant-funded position

Job summary

Somerville Public Schools EAST SOMERVILLE COMM. SCHOOL in Somerville, MA seeks a High School Mentor to support young musicians in El Sistema Somerville and serve as positive role models in and outside of the music classroom.

Mentors will assist Teaching Artists in musical instruction while fostering a collaborative environment and helping to build a strong sense of personal artistry and community amongst students.

Qualifications

• Current SPS High School student with 4+ years of instrument experience.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• El Sistema Somerville graduates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Teaching Artists during sectionals, rehearsals, and lessons by providing peer support.
• Model positive behavior and teamwork.
• Help with classroom and stage setup.
• Maintain knowledge of technique and musicianship.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Peer mentoring

Education

High School student

Instrument experience

Job description

Somerville Public Schools EAST SOMERVILLE COMM. SCHOOL - Somerville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary

The goal of the High School Mentor is to support young musicians in El Sistema Somerville and serve as postitive role models in and outside of the music classroom. Mentors will assist Teaching Artists in musical instruction while fostering a collabortive environment and helping to build a strong sense of personal artistry and community amongst students.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below reflect the primary duties of the position; the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the role. Additional responsibilities that are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position may be assigned as needed to meet program, legal, or operational needs.

• Assisting Teaching Artists with during sectionals, rehearsals, and lessons by providing peer support to younger students with instrument practice and musicianship
• Modeling and reinforcing positive behavior and teamwork
• Helping with classroom and stage setup
• Assisting in monitoring downtime and transitions
• Maintaining adequate knowledge of technique, fundamentals, and musicianship skills

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current SPS High School student with 4+ years of instrument experience
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Reporting Relationships Director of El Sistema

Terms of Employment

• Work Status: Part Time
• Schedule:School Year, Monday - Friday
• Monday thru Friday 3:00pm - 5:45pm
• Location:EAST SOMERVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Benefits: Not benefits eligible (part-time, grant-funded position)
• Non Union Position

Pre-Employment Req uirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

26-27 El Sistema High School Mentor

Somerville Public Schools EAST SOMERVILLE COMM. SCHOOL - Somerville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Somerville Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5981778

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary

The goal of the High School Mentor is to support young musicians in El Sistema Somerville and serve as postitive role models in and outside of the music classroom. Mentors will assist Teaching Artists in musical instruction while fostering a collabortive environment and helping to build a strong sense of personal artistry and community amongst students.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below reflect the primary duties of the position; the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the role. Additional responsibilities that are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position may be assigned as needed to meet program, legal, or operational needs.

• Assisting Teaching Artists with during sectionals, rehearsals, and lessons by providing peer support to younger students with instrument practice and musicianship
• Modeling and reinforcing positive behavior and teamwork
• Helping with classroom and stage setup
• Assisting in monitoring downtime and transitions
• Maintaining adequate knowledge of technique, fundamentals, and musicianship skills

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current SPS High School student with 4+ years of instrument experience
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills
• El Sistema Somerville graduates preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Reporting Relationships Director of El Sistema

Terms of Employment

• Work Status: Part Time
• Schedule:School Year, Monday - Friday
• Monday thru Friday 3:00pm - 5:45pm
• Location:EAST SOMERVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Benefits: Not benefits eligible (part-time, grant-funded position)
• Non Union Position

Pre-Employment Req uirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

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The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.28 to $18.28 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rosalyn Taylor , Director - El Sistema Somerville
• EAST SOMERVILLE COMM. SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]