Music Program Director Assistant

Goodwill Industries of South Florida; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Florida is seeking a Music Program Assistant to support the Music Program Director in developing musical abilities and social skills for participants with disabilities. The role involves working with choir and band members during rehearsals, training sessions, and performances to foster self-expression through music.

The assistant will prepare participants for auditions, lead warm-ups, reinforce techniques, and help with instrument care and setup while coordinating

Responsibilities

• Assist with auditions by preparing participants, supporting vocal warm-ups, and helping with instrument set-up.
• Provide direct support to choir and band members during rehearsals, helping individuals with timing, pitch, rhythm, and instrument handling.
• Work with small groups or individual participants to reinforce music techniques taught by the Music Program Director.
• Lead warm-up exercises, sectionals, or practice drills under supervision.
• Encourage participant confidence and social development through positive reinforcement and engagement.
• Support the Music Program Director in teaching new songs, reviewing music, and preparing participants for performances.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down rehearsal spaces, equipment, and instruments.
• Help ensure the care, tuning, and basic maintenance of instruments and music materials.
• Actively participate in program events and performances by supporting participants on stage, assisting backstage, and coordinating transitions.
• Document participant progress and provide input to the Music Program Director regarding individual strengths and areas of improvement.
• Support the ADT department with the development and delivery of music training to help ADT participants gain musical appreciation, knowledge, and skills.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Job description

Summary

The Music Program Director Assistant supports the Music Program Director in developing the musical abilities and social skills of people with disabilities. This position works directly with choir and band members during rehearsals, training sessions, and performances to help participants achieve their full potential in music and self-expression.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with auditions by preparing participants, supporting vocal warm-ups, and helping with instrument set-up.


• Provide direct support to choir and band members during rehearsals, helping individuals with timing, pitch, rhythm, and instrument handling.


• Work with small groups or individual participants to reinforce music techniques taught by the Music Program Director.


• Lead warm-up exercises, sectionals, or practice drills under supervision.


• Encourage participant confidence and social development through positive reinforcement and engagement.


• Support the Music Program Director in teaching new songs, reviewing music, and preparing participants for performances.


• Assist with setting up and breaking down rehearsal spaces, equipment, and instruments.


• Help ensure the care, tuning, and basic maintenance of instruments and music materials.


• Actively participate in program events and performances by supporting participants on stage, assisting backstage, and coordinating transitions.


• Document participant progress and provide input to the Music Program Director regarding individual strengths and areas of improvement.


• Support the ADT department with the development and delivery of music training to help ADT participants gain musical appreciation, knowledge, and skills.


• Perform other duties as requested.