Music Specialist

Music Specialist

ORGANIZATION: Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC
JOB TITLE: Music Specialist
REPORTS TO: Camp Director
LOCATION: 13009 Community Campus Dr, Tampa, FL 33625 (Cohn Campus)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time; Variable
STATUS: Hourly; Non-Exempt
HOURS: 40 hours per week
COMPENSATION: Paid biweekly

SUMMARY: The Music Specialist is a key part of our Summer Camp Program. We are looking for a person to foster creation and enjoyment through daily music lessons with our campers. The specialist will coordinate group songs and plan music curriculum for all campers—ages 5-13 (kindergarten through middle school). Specialists should encourage campers to participate in musical activities, cooperate with other campers, and explore their confidence through music.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Give a 9-week summer commitment (June 2-August 1).
• Ensure campers’ safety at all times.
• Follow and promote all policies and philosophies in all interactions with staff, volunteers, and the public on and off site.
• Demonstrate a high quality of work standards and ethics.
• Under the direction of the Camp Director, implement behavior modifications as described in the Camper’s Code of Conduct.
• Prepare weekly lesson plans related to music for all age groups.
• Lead “Flagpole” songs and chants each morning for all campers and staff.
• Learn, lead, sing and play traditional songs in camp catalog as well as children’s movement songs and Jewish camp songs.
• Assist Senior Counselors in managing camper behavior.
• Use learned positive reinforcement methods in managing camper behaviors.
• Assist in other areas of campus and/or groups during “off-periods.”
• Follow established cleaning procedures; ensure clean and tidy surroundings before transitioning to a different area on campus.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Wear staff shirt daily— shirts provided for each staff member.
• Be prepared to assist in any emergency situation involving a camper.

• Communicate with Camp Director regarding incidents or issues that arise.
• Honor confidentiality of the Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC.
• Stay up-to-date with all procedure and policy changes.
• Support the mission of the Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC: support and enrich the continuity of Jewish life and values in our community.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Experience working with school age children, strongly preferred (ages 5-12).
• Possess certification in music education and/or minimum of 2 years of experience working in a music related field.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED, currently attending post-secondary school, or possess a graduate degree from a college/university.
• Possess First Aid/CPR certification (can be completed during staff training week).

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to sing in front of a large group and proficiently play the guitar, ukulele, or other portable string instrument.
• Ability to direct, engage, and lead a group of 150 campers and camp staff with camp songs.
• Ability to complete counselor orientation, drug screening, background check, and First Aid/CPR class.
• Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, effectively with staff and campers.
• Ability to make sound decisions that support the mission and are in the best interest of every camper.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Multi-tasking and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and plan accordingly.
• Adaptability, as planned activities and events may need to change unexpectedly.
• Creativity and the ability to take initiative to keep campers engaged throughout the day.

BEHAVIORS REQUIRED:

• Enjoy working with children, and willing to provide a fun and nurturing summer experience.
• Highly motivated and energetic.
• Work cooperatively with directors and staff.
• Ability to take direction and comply with instructions given by supervisor.
• Confidence in supervising children and handling unforeseen situations.
• Willingly attend and participate in training sessions.
• Ability to be discreet and handle sensitive/confidential information in a responsible manner.
• Ability to handle diverse, simultaneous tasks.
• Demonstrate professionalism in appearance, including attire and attitude.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally he/she is required to sit. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 40 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Summer camp employees may be outdoors in a nature type setting or in direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

The Tampa JCCs and Federation is a “DFWP” Drug Free Workplace and an “EEOE” Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.