Public School Music and Choir Teacher (3rd - 5th grade)

Third Street Music School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Third Street Music School seeks a Public School Teaching Artist to lead afterschool elementary music and choir for 3rd–5th grade students at a NYC public school in the Bronx. The role focuses on engaging students with group instruction, song, movement and cultural expression, with attention to inclusive practices.

You will develop and implement a ~24-week curriculum, foster pitch awareness and healthy vocal technique, and collaborate with classroom teachers and site staff to support student

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience teaching choir and elementary music to students ages 8-11.
• Experience teaching in group settings and with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Strong communication and collaboration with teachers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach group classes in NYC public schools (20-30 students, 45 minutes).
• Develop and teach ~24 weeks of culturally responsive curriculum.
• Develop students’ vocal technique and music vocabulary.
• Foster love of music through song, dance and instrument exploration.
• Collaborate with site contact and classroom teachers on curriculum and scheduling.
• Prepare students for informal or formal performances as needed.
• Encourage ongoing music education beyond the program.

Skills

Group teaching

Choral instruction

Curriculum development

Public schools

Communication

Job description

Public School Teaching Artist 3rd- 5th Grade Elementary Music/Choir

Department: Third Street Partners Program

Reports To: Third Street Partners Program Manager

Salary: Partners Session - $53.00 Per Session, Miscellaneous - $33.00 Hourly

Position Overview

Music instructor needed to teach afterschool group elementary music classes at P.S. 89 - The Williamsbridge School (980 Mace Ave, Bronx, NY 10469). The ideal candidate is a dedicated educator and musician who has 2+ years of experience teaching choir and elementary music to students ages 8-11. This Elementary Music/Choir program includes two afterschool classes (2:30pm-3:15pm and 3:15pm-4pm) two days a week.

Third Street began providing music instruction to public school students in 1959. Today, Third Street partners with 30+ public schools across NYC. The goal of these partnerships is to improve the lives of students through music and dance. Third Street curriculum promotes positive social and emotional outcomes, particularly focusing on body awareness, communication development, community-building, and other executive functioning skills. Using song, language, drama, movement and instruments, children discover their creative abilities in music, dance and improvisation. Third Street also promotes an inclusive classroom, making accommodations where needed, while holding all students to high expectations for achievement and fostering caring teacher-student relationships. Children will learn songs throughout the year, celebrating the seasons, delving into music of different cultures, aligning with units of study that support academic learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach group classes in NYC public schools of 20-30 students (45 minutes in length)
• Develop and teach ~ 24 weeks of culturally responsive and inclusive curriculum
• Develop students’ ability to match pitch, use healthy vocal technique and enhance music vocabulary
• Foster a love of music through the development of artistic expression, song, dance, and instrumental exploration
• Collaborate on curriculum and scheduling with the assigned site contact person and classroom teachers
• Prepare students for informal or formal performances, depending on school needs
• Support and encourage students to continue their music education in the future

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience teaching in large group settings, public schools, or community music schools
• Attention to punctuality, attendance records, and reports
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and classroom teachers
• Record of ongoing professional development and activity in professional organizations
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of colleagues, including Third Street faculty and staff members

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

As the nation’s longest-running community music school, Third Street Music School has been transforming lives through the arts for 132 years. In 1894, Third Street was founded by Emilie Wagner, an arts education pioneer who made music education the cornerstone of a settlement house that welcomed immigrants to NYC and provided families with housing support, food, and medical care alongside arts enrichment. Today, Third Street is committed to leveraging arts education to empower youth to reach their fullest potential and unite the diverse communities of NYC. Third Street serves 5,000+ students annually, enriching their lives and communities.

Third Street’s core programs include: 1) music and dance instruction for people of all ages, offered seven days a week; 2) public school, public housing, and community partnerships (Third Street Partners) providing instruction in 30+ underserved schools and community centers; 3) a music-infused preschool for students 6 months to five years; and 4) a performance program with over 250 live and virtual concerts annually for more than 10,000 audience members at Third Street and celebrated venues across NYC.

Our commitment to diversity embraces a collegial Third Street community in which faculty and staff of every racial identity feel a sense of belonging, feel supported and valued in their work without feeling tokenized.