Music Mentor

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music in Boston seeks an enthusiastic youth-program instructor to lead weekly classes, drop-in groups and 1:1 sessions for students aged 10–18. You will help youth express themselves through music and movement; an on-site supervisor provides lesson plans and teaching support while sites introduce basics of music, production and performance in the Boston area.

This is a part-time community service role; employment is contingent on Federal Work Study eligibility and domestic

Qualifications

• Two semester minimum commitment.
• Availability at least 2-3 weekday afternoons/early evenings.
• Commute off-campus to job site.
• Passion for performing arts and community involvement is a MUST.
• Experience with urban youth and genres including R&B, jazz, pop, Latin.
• Ability to teach basic music theory concepts to youth.

Responsibilities

• Lead small weekly classes, drop-in groups and 1:1 instruction for students aged 10-18 in a youth-development program.
• Help youth express themselves through music and movement. Lesson plans and teaching support are provided by an on-site supervisor who is usually a Berklee alum.

Job description

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements: Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters. Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN). Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester. Federal Work Study student may apply. In good disciplinary standing. Must be located in the U.S. For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se. “The Best Kept Secret at Berklee!” This job requires Federal Work Study eligibility and domestic status. All applications will be automatically reviewed by Student Employment for eligibility. This is a Community Service Employment role. Community Service Employment (CSE) provides Berklee students with community-based jobs, through which they gain professional experience, educational enrichment, and the opportunity to share their skills and participate in the development of Boston’s multicultural communities. Community Service Employment roles require federal work-study eligibility and U.S. domestic status. What is federal work-study (FWS)? It’s available to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students with financial need from their financial aid award to provide part-time employment when you’re enrolled in school. You can learn more about the federal work-study program here. To be considered for federal work-study, you must check ‘yes’ on your FAFSA Application for the current year. If you have any questions regarding your federal work-study eligibility, please contact the One Stop. All applications will be automatically reviewed by Student Employment for federal work-study eligibility.

Job Description:

Lead small weekly classes, drop-in groups and 1:1 instruction for students aged 10-18 in a youth-development program. Help youth express themselves through music and movement. Lesson plans and teaching support are provided by an on-site supervisor who is usually a Berklee alum. These sites’ full time Music Clubhouses are aimed at introducing kids to music, production and performance by providing basic lessons, studio time, rehearsals, theory, and mentorship to youth in the Boston area.

Requirements:

• Two semester minimum commitment.
• Availability at least 2-3 weekday afternoons/early evenings a week.
• Commute off-campus to job site.
• Passion for performing arts and community involvement is a MUST.

Desired:

• Previous experience working with urban youth and experience in various genres including r/b, jazz, pop, Latin, and World Music.
• Ability to teach basic music theory concepts to youth.

For more information, see: berklee.edu/CGR/prospective-student-employees

This job requires Federal Work Study eligibility and domestic status.

All applications will be automatically reviewed by Student Employment for eligibility.

Pay Rate: 20.60

Hiring Manager: Abria Smith

The Student Employment program provides opportunities for you to work part-time on campus, thereby helping you to meet some of your living expenses. With more than 900 positions ranging from 10 to 15 hours of work per week, as well as daily opportunities for project-based temporary employment, student employment is a great opportunity for professional and educational growth.