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Middle School  Strings Teaching Artist: Violin & Viola or Cello

Posted Date:     September  17, 2022
Position Type:     Part-time after-school, 4-6 hours weekly plus occasional evening and/or weekend hours for performances
Hours of Work:    3:00 - 6:00pm two days per week

Reports to:     Music Director, Executive Director, Director of Operations
Organization Overview
Bay Area Music Project (BAMP) is an El Sistema inspired after-school music education program supporting the educational and social-emotional needs of children in lower income communities by providing high-quality music instruction, nutritious snacks and homework assistance regardless of abilities and circumstances. Our staff embraces both the social and musical mission of our program — they nurture both the individual person and the musician at the same time. 
Job Description
We are seeking a Strings Teaching Artist for our after school program at middle  school in Alameda, CA. This talented individual will be responsible for teaching lessons and collaborating with our Digital Composition Teaching Artist team for our StringLab program.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality instruction in upper or lower strings to students in grades 6-8 in group and/or individual settings
  • Collaborate with the Music Director and fellow Teaching Artists to implement curriculum, pedagogy and values, music arrangements, and plan combined performances
  • Act as a mentor to and build a positive rapport with each student
  • Timely correspondence with the director, school staff, and parents
  • Attend occasional professional-development sessions and planning meetings
  • Assist with special events and field trips
The Ideal Candidate
  • Has at least one year of formal music teaching experience with young people of different ages/abilities.
  • Has a flexible schedule that allows for a commitment to the program for a school year
  • Can work occasional nights and weekends as required.
  • Is creative, motivated and energetic with a passion for creating an impact on the lives of young people through music
  • Has exceptional classroom management skills
  • Has experience working with youth from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
  • Can cultivate and maintain a positive learning environment using positive behavior support principles
  • Is able to communicate comfortably and respectfully with students, families, and administration
  • Strong organization skills, matched by a sense of humor and readiness to adapt
Requirements
  • You are a professional musician or earning a degree in music education or performance
  • Must pass live scan fingerprinting (background check) and provide negative TB tests
Interested candidates, please send résumé and cover letter that tells us why you are interested in BAMP to:
Lorrie Murray, Executive Director: lorrie@bayareamusicproject.org
For more information about Bay Area Music Project, please visit: www.bayareamusicproject.org


Bay Area Music Project does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, 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.

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  • Home
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Music Supporting Music
    • Get Involved >
      • Job Openings
      • Volunteer
  • About BAMP
    • Our Story >
      • Our Mission, Vision and DEI Statement
      • BAMP Board
      • Fingerprints: The Haiti Project
    • BAMP Team
    • Donors and Partners
  • Programs
    • Maya Lin Elementary School >
      • Kindergarten @ MLS
    • BAMP SUMMER MUSIC CAMP 2021
    • Encinal Jr/Sr High School
    • Wood Middle School
  • Register
    • Maya Lin School
    • Encinal Jr./Sr. High School
    • Wood Middle School
    • Family Portal >
      • Make a Tuition payment
      • K-2 Music and Art
  • Videos
  • Contact Us