Pianists

ABOUT NDI National Dance Institute (NDI) was founded in 1976 by New York City Ballet principal dancer Jacques d’Amboise, and leads the field of arts education with a model program that has been studied and replicated worldwide. Black, Indigenous, people of color, musicians with disabilities, musicians from underrepresented ethnic groups, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ musicians are especially welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. NDI is seeking musicians who… -Play dynamically, expressively, energetically and with a sense of theatricality -Have a varied repertoire (contemporary, jazz, pop, classical, etc.) -Have experience accompanying dance -Have experience teaching music to children -Are able to read music -Are flexible and able to adapt to the different needs of each classroom environment -Are collaborative; thrive in a team dynamic in which power and responsibility are shared -Are committed to anti-racist education and culturally responsive and inclusive teaching practices -Are reliable, consistent, and always on time JOB RESPONSIBILITIES -Accompany in-person classes in NDI partner schools -Arrange, compose, and serve as music director for mid-year and culminating performances -Participate in required professional development, including a fall retreat, bi-monthly workshops, and all-staff equity trainings -Maintain an NDI email account and communicate promptly and professionally with NDI administrative staff, teaching artist teams, and school partners -Complete an annual performance review and meet with the NDI music leadership -Submit bi-weekly digital timesheets, adhering to deadlines communicated by NDI COMPENSATION Musicians: -Are hired on a part-time basis starting at $40/class, dependent upon experience -Classes typically run for 45 to 50 minutes, and we generally schedule no fewer than three classes per day in succession at any partner school -Are required to attend paid professional development sessions, including an intensive, multi-day “retreat” at the start of the school year; bi-monthly, all-staff workshops; and specialized trainings for new musicians -Will receive a stipend for out-of-school time planning for every residency -Will receive additional compensation for evening performances and special projects -Will receive paid sick and bereavement leave -Eligibility for a pay increase following one year of continuous employment QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY -Ability to travel within NYC’s boroughs. -Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.