What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Choir Director position at Books, Brushes & Bands for Education?
Books, Brushes & Bands for Education Hammond, Indiana
Description:
Books, Brushes & Bands for Education (BBB4E) is a Hammond based non-for-profit organization that has been serving the community since September 12, 2000. The
Midwest Youth Choir (MYC) is seeking an instructor who exhibits the energy and focus to grow a choral program in an underserved area. The program receives students from a variety of abilities from across Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area. Current students range in ages of 8-17. The program will consist of one class for students with a variety of experience. The MYC is looking for an energetic leader to revamp and grow the program.
Preferred availability:
Monday evenings 6-7 pm
Starting Day Monday, Feb. 24, 2025
Two scheduled performances: Sunday, April 27, 2025. Monday, May 19, 2025
Weekly rehearsal location: Hammond Central High School in Hammond, IN.
Summer session schedule to be determined with instructor consideration and student interest
Hourly Rate: $50-$60/hour
Time needs to be recorded by the teacher and submitted in a timely manner. Teachers are paid biweekly. Additional hours (for recruiting, preparation, supplemental work) needs to be preapproved before completing hours.
Objective:
- Provide a safe and fun after school music education experience for students in Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area.
- Help develop singers’ technical skills and inspire confidence when performing
- Work with families of all backgrounds to provide them with a positive learning experience
Responsibilities:
This position reports to the President of the Organization, Michelle Golden.
- Lead a choral group with a range of experience and skill levels
- Select and prepare music for the choir, which reflects their ability and interest
- Submit lesson plans and goals at the beginning of the semester
- Ongoing recruitment of students
- Utilize personal network of students and parents
- Engage other channels as identified including social media networks
- Participation in fundraising events
- Two events per academic year which may include up to 6 paid hours either as an attendee or performer
- Communicate and work as a team member alongside fellow teachers and the Program Director
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education with an emphasis on voice or musical theater and 3 years experience teaching grade school children, or equivalent
- Strong ability in communication with school aged children, concerned parents, and fellow staff members both oral and written
- Ability to accommodate and address diverse needs in the classroom
- Availability once a week during the evening for classes and for an end of the year culminating performance. Preferred class times Monday evening 6-7 pm, beginning February 24, 2025
- Must pass a background check
- Ability to play piano is highly preferred, additional piano accompaniment is established for rehearsals and performances
- Ability to speak Spanish is a plus, but not required
For more information about Books, Brushes & Bands for Education, please visit www.bbb4e.org.
Books, Brushes & Bands for Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religious belief, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, physical or mental disability or any other protected status in admission or access to, or employment in its programs and activities.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50 - $60