After-School Music Coach & Ensemble Lead

New York Edge; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

New York Edge in New York City is seeking a passionate Music Specialist to organize, lead, and promote interest in music activities within after-school programs. You will apply the New York State Arts Learning Standards, organize performance groups, and adapt lessons to students' needs.

The role is 9–15 hours weekly, primarily in NYC public schools, with after-school hours. Strong classroom management, safety awareness, and collaboration with school staff are essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Performing arts

Youth instruction

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York Edge in New York City is seeking a passionate Music Specialist to organize, lead, and promote interest in music activities within after-school programs. You will apply the New York State Arts Learning Standards, organize performance groups, and adapt lessons to students' needs.

The role is 9–15 hours weekly, primarily in NYC public schools, with after-school hours. Strong classroom management, safety awareness, and collaboration with school staff are essential.