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About the Role

New York Edge is seeking passionate and enthusiastic people to fill the role of African Drum Specialist. In this role, you will organize, lead, and promote interest in African Drumming while demonstrating creativity, interpersonal skills, and music theory knowledge. Classroom preparation for teaching and holding students to established standards and adapting the New York State Arts Learning Standards create an engaging and rewarding activity that encourages participation in New York Edge programs.

Responsibilities

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Teach the art of playing the African Drums, ensuring equal opportunity for all students to learn.
Understand and carry out music theory with written instructions.
Organize performance groups and direct their rehearsals.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet student needs.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures, and demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.
Evaluate activities to determine if they are producing desired results.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs and interests.
Facilitate progressive development of student skills leading to a final project.

Requirements

Knowledge of the principles and techniques of playing and instructing students in playing the African Drums.
Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred.
Must be able to follow a curriculum.
Must be responsible, reliable, and punctual.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
May be required to walk up and down stairs.
May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed.
Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may require interaction with the community at-large during trips or events.
Requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.

Skills

African Drums
Music Theory
Communication
Interpersonal Skills

Location

New York City Public School

Work Type

Part-time

Experience Level

1 year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
1 year of teaching experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Some college preferred

About the Company

New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools.
Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school.
Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Equal Opportunity

New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer