Teacher - All-City HS Accompanist (Office of Arts and Special Projects)

Job Details

CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND PROGRAMMATIC APPROVAL; this position is subject to budget approval and availability and may be withdrawn at any time)

POSITION : Teacher

Teacher

Music teacher for All-City High School Chorus, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Ensemble, Marching Band, Modern Music Project, or Orchestra and Piano Accompanist

Up to 5 piano accompanists and 40 music teacher positions

LOCATION :

Various Citywide Locations

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS :

New York City Department of Education licensed and appointed teacher of music currently assigned as a teacher of instrumental, vocal, or general / core music, grades 9-12 preferred

SELECTION CRITERIA :

• Holds active New York State teaching certification in music
• Extensive knowledge of and experience selecting and rehearsing high school-, college-, and professional-level ensemble, solo, and chamber repertoire, as well as extensive knowledge of instrumental pedagogy, choral / vocal pedagogy, songwriting, and / or music production, corresponding to one or more of the following ensembles / areas of specialization : chorus, concert band, jazz ensemble, Latin ensemble, marching band, modern band / songwriting, orchestra;

teacher’s musical expertise must correspond to the needs of the ensemble(s) where vacancy exists

• Effective or Highly Effective ratings in Advance for the past three years while teaching in NYCDOE music programs, high school performing ensembles and / or experience teaching songwriting & music production in grades 9-12 preferred
• History of demonstrated excellence in preparing students for high-level, high-quality musical performances / experiences, as well as engaging and retaining the majority of students in a sequential / rigorous music program
• Strong vocal / instrumental performance and conducting skills and / or songwriting and music production skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with principal conductor, teacher colleagues and program manager
• Demonstrated ability to be well organized and follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Willingness to teach weekly on Saturdays, per work schedule listed below, and to participate with All-City ensembles in several performances / events at NYC venues throughout the school year
• Documented record of excellent attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional, clear, timely, and transparent manner, in speech and in writing, to exercise sound professional judgment, and to display professionalism, positivity, and respect in all ways at all times
• Proficiency using digital audio workstations (DAWs), cloud-based computer applications, and music-specific software (e.
• g., Google Workspace for Education, Office 365, Pro Tools, Logic, Garage Band, Ableton Live, Soundtrap, SmartMusic, MusicFirst;

other audio and video editing software) for integration into pedagogy, production of virtual performances, and recordkeeping

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA FOR ACCOMPANIST :

• Demonstrated evidence of professional-level piano skills, including music sight-reading
• Demonstrated ability to accompany varied musical styles authentically and fluidly
• Satisfactory piano audition performance

Note : Applicants for per session employment who are not employed in the Department of Education’s regular school program or adult education program shall be considered for selection only if no qualified day school teacher or adult education employee is available.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead efficient, effective and engaging weekly rehearsals and coaching sessions of the All-City High School Music Program ensembles
• Work collaboratively with principal conductor and ensemble faculty to plan and coordinate program activities and prepare students for concerts / showcases
• Actively recruit students to audition and enroll in the All-City High School Music Program
• Assist with selection of repertoire for concert programs
• Take an active role in all aspects of student supervision
• Take an active role implementing / assisting with all aspects of rehearsals / coachings as well as concert / showcase participation, including but not limited to :
• regular updating of emergency contact information in the OASP-specified electronic system(s) (shared with the All-City High School Music Program Supervisor and select OASP staff) and updating of student software login information, as needed
• weekly updating of attendance records using OASP-specified electronic system (shared with the All-City High School Music Program Supervisor and select OASP staff)
• collecting required forms (e.g., media consent form), maintaining an orderly record of forms collected, and making outreach to ensure that all forms have been fully and accurately completed and submitted, as specified
• ongoing communication with students and parents (email, phone, in person) regarding regular attendance and punctuality
• weekly musical preparation for rehearsals / coachings, including thorough score study, review of student recordings, and preparation of guide tracks and study recordings
• implementing rehearsal outlines and maintaining focus around rehearsal goals, determined by Principal Conductor in collaboration with All-City High School faculty
• weekly distribution of MetroCards at in-person rehearsals and monthly completion of MetroCard accountability forms, according to specified procedures
• reviewing several drafts of the concert program, performance narratives, stage plots, and award nominee biographies by requested deadlines
• assist in maintaining and submitting semi-annual inventory, including instrument / equipment purchase and distribution
• Exercise sound professional judgment at all times and maintain a positive, respectful, proactive stance while remaining in accordance with all NYCDOE Chancellor’s regulations
• Ensure safety protocols are followed, including securing the building at the end of each activity, maintaining student privacy when using digital materials / systems, and strictly adhering to the most up-to-date COVID-19-related safety guidelines

WORK SCHEDULE :

September 2024 through June 2025 - Saturdays, 8 : 30 am to 12 : 30 pm OR 1 : 00 pm to 4 : 30 pm. Other weekday and weekend hours as needed, dates and times to be determined.

Up to 200 hours total for Chorus, Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Latin Ensemble, Modern Music Project, and Orchestra.

Up to 250 hours total for Marching Band.

SALARY :

Per Session rates as per the relevant union / organization of the advertised title (UFT, CSA, DC-37 - Collective Bargaining Agreement).

Contingent Upon Funding Availability.