Music Teaching Artist

Responsibilities· Plan and lead weekly music residency sessions in NYC public schools.· Teach grade-appropriate music lessons using singing, movement, percussion, instrument exploration, and collaborative music-making.· Implement the Discover Music curriculum or develop Percussion lessons, depending on assignment.· Adapt instruction in collaboration with classroom teachers and school staff to support students with diverse learning needs.· Prepare students for culminating performances, classroom demonstrations, or other program showcases.· Participate in required trainings, curriculum meetings, planning meetings, and professional development.· Communicate consistently with 92NY staff, classroom teachers, and school partners.· Arrive prepared for each residency and manage materials, instruments, and equipment as needed.· Complete required program documentation, including photos, attendance records, student reflections, or other materials requested by 92NY. Experience, Skills and Qualifications· Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music, or a related field required.· 3-5 years of experience teaching music in NYC public schools or comparable educational settings.· Strong foundation in elementary music education, rhythm instruction, and percussion.· Experience with classroom percussion, world percussion, Orff-inspired pedagogy, bucket drumming, or related approaches preferred.· Experience adapting instruction for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.· Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.· Ability to teach from a pre-developed curriculum while remaining flexible and responsive in the classroom.· Current fingerprint clearance through the New York City and New York State Departments of Education preferred.· Spanish language proficiency and/or experience working with multilingual learners preferred. Work Hours and RequirementsApplicants should be available for professional development and planning meetings with 92NY staff in September/October 2026. Teaching Artists may lead one to six classes during each school visit, with schedules determined by school assignment. Application InstructionsInterested applicants should forward a resume and a cover letter utilizing the following link:https://external-92y.icims.com/jobs/2131/music-teaching-artist---per-diem/jobDue to a high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact those applicants whose experience most aligns with the position profile.

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