What are the responsibilities and job description for the Young Musicians Site Coordinator (Part-time, Contract) position at Dallas Symphony Association Inc?
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is seeking a Part-Time Contract Site Coordinator in our Kim Noltemy Young Musicians program for the Owenwood Farm & Neighborhood Space site. One of many educational programs offered through the Dallas Symphony, Young Musicians is a year-round, summer, and after-school music program designed to nurture and empower youth in southern Dallas and beyond.
Site Coordinators are needed for 11.5 hours per week of work, from 3-6 : 30pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Before and after class hours, Site Coordinators assist with student arrival / dismissal, name tag distribution etc. During class hours, Site Coordinators monitor students in the hallway and are there to support teachers if / when they need to address behavior issues. Site Coordinators also serve as an ambassador and connector from our program to the school; help us identify opportunities for students to perform at school events, help with recruitment, and help us understand the needs of your school / students / families so our programming aligns with your goals too.
ABOUT THE KIM NOLTEMY YOUNG MUSICIANS PROGRAM
The teaching approach for this position is based in El Sistema , a Venezuelan philosophy and program that uses music as the vehicle for social change. El Sistema was created in the 1970s by Antonio Abreu, who revolutionized music education in Venezuela, and later around the world. Core principles of El Sistema music education include accessibility, collaboration, high musical standards, and community building. In collaboration with community partners, including Dallas ISD and Trinity Basin Preparatory, Young Musicians provides music education, instruments, and performance and mentorship opportunities at no cost to students and their families. Young Musicians is offered at five schools in southern Dallas, serving children from 1st through 8th grade.
The Kim Noltemy Young Musicians program offers recorder, violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, and percussion. Classes are divided into sectionals and orchestra with a focus on music theory and social / emotional learning. This methodology aims to simultaneously foster both students' instrumental skills and creativity, as well as provide a caring, cooperative community with positive role models and high expectations.
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
EOE- Equal Opportunity Employer
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