Independent Contractor - Music Production Youth Educator

WHO WE ARE

EYL ( Enjoy Your Life) 365 Project is seeking a dynamic, passionate educator with experience teaching preschool, elementary, middle school and high school, an ability to teach afternoon and day classes, and a desire to be part of a rewarding learning environment

Position Title: Music Production Youth Educator

Location: In-person at partnering educational institutions and homeless shelters in the Washington, DC area.

Program & Job Description:

EYL 365 Project is looking for a qualified Music Production Youth Educators to work with students across a variety of programs. An ideal candidate will be experienced in teaching their respective art form and expertise to groups of children in a school and after-school setting. An ideal candidate is willing to work with the EYL team and schools’ administrations to help determine and design art programming that will best fit the needs of the school communities we serve.

EYL 365 Project is looking for a highly motivated, team-oriented and proactive person who is passionate about working with young people. This position requires someone who has a growth mindset, can-do attitude and is a creative problem solver. Applicants must have flexibility, excellent organization and interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster creativity, collaboration and communication. This person must be able to anticipate challenges, set positive intentions, build trust and inspire community. We seek someone who is committed to youth development and believes that all people deserve equal opportunities and are valued for their unique life experience. This position includes a pathway to leadership in EYL through learning more about site management and logistics.

EYL 365 Project is an organization where a diverse group of unique thinkers and talented people come together to improve the lives of our students through the arts. Our creative and passionate employees are what make our company successful. We know that without them we would not succeed.

EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• 3 years experience as a Youth Educator in their respective art form and expertise, ideally in DMV public schools
• Proficient Google Suite
• Strong Communication
• Hold a strong understanding of arts integration best practices and strategies.
• Focus on the intersection of the arts and Social Emotional Learning/Competencies.
• Possess strong collaboration skills with classroom teachers, other teaching artists, social workers, administrators, etc.
• Have experience lesson planning/creating curriculum for K-12 students.
• Open to feedback and continuous growth
• TA must be vaccinated and can provide proof upon request.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to teach in a hands-on, experiential learning style and inspire students to reach for higher-level outcomes
• Maintain a structured environment in the classroom that is conducive to learning
• Use open-ended question, allow for student choice , use appropriate encouragement techniques, and ensure that students are always engaged in the classroom
• Must demonstrate an understanding of DJ Mixing, Scratching, or Music Production, Beatmaking concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students effectively
• Creating tracks, songs and recording

Must be able to receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations, and environments

Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts effectively to students

Must have an advanced understanding of music theory and technique relevant to primary instrument

• Effective time management and organizational skills to keep students on task in a lesson
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a variety of personalities
• Experienced performer
• Experience working with youth and/or beginning musicians
• Incorporate activities and experiences that develop creativity, techniques and confidence
• Demonstrate effective classroom management skills to maintain a structured, positive learning space
• Instruct students in performance & recording etiquette
• Collaborate with students
• Support in maintenance, upkeep and proper use of program equipment
• Interact professionally and appropriately with parents, teachers and after school staff
• Teaching Artists interact with school administrators and teachers and are responsible for all daily program goals.
• Implement EYL 365 Project arts integrated curriculum and or create lessons to support social and emotional development through music instruction
• Must have reliable transportation'
• Experienced at guiding students to full-scale culminating presentations
• Allow students to “share out” what they have learned and reflect on their learning at each workshop
• Plan and establish a safe learning environment for all participants and artists
• Participate in pre-plan and post-planning meetings with co-teaching artists, US staff, and or mentors
• Document workshop agenda and successes and challenges for each session and share with Administrative staff
• Report weekly with Administrative staff any workshop concerns including lessons, learning, attendance, and facility issues
• Adhere to EYL 365 Project guidelines & policies and to those of the facility, reporting any incidents or problems as outlined to EYL 365 Project leadership and school or camp management
• Be a positive role model to students, school staff and fellow Teaching Artists
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Work well with people in various communities, institutional and governmental organizations
• Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Work with diverse set of community-based organizations, residents and stakeholders
• Foster open communication within and among diverse groups
• Work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Some experience in community organizing is helpful, team building and group dynamics
• Experience in meeting facilitation, and/or community relations
• Ability to work independently, be flexible, and manage multiple priorities
• Work well in a team-oriented environment and maintain harmonious relationships
• Proficient computer skills, especially using Microsoft Suite and Google Suite of applications
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal and writing skills
• Experience with public speaking and presentations

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain consistent and timely communication with EYL team and other program team members for your programs and follow all required Teaching Artist(s) sign in/out procedures when onsite as well as maintain any required paperwork on site.
• Maintain compliance with fingerprinting and background checks, as well as current CPR/First Aid certification
• Attend all required training/meetings throughout the year, including EYL 365 Project training, arts cohort training, once a month volunteer events and any training/orientation for your program as scheduled
• Support EYL 365 Project events as scheduled
• Support assessment and evaluation efforts for all after-school programs.
• Other duties as assigned
• Volunteering once a month at one of the sites we service

WHAT WE OFFER

• Starting at $ 40 an hour
• Training opportunities, and pathway to leadership opportunities within the Organization.
• Potential financial bonuses at the end of each semester.

EYL 365 Project is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, train, compensate, uplift and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $60