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Are you a passionate teacher looking to assist K-12 and adult students in their music studies? We accept rolling applications for new faculty to support the growing needs of our program.

Description:
We are proud to work with a talented and diverse team of faculty to provide after school music education in Hastings and Dobbs Ferry.

The Music Lesson Program is an after school supplemental program provided by RiverArts to families and adults. Lessons are held in person in our partner venues Monday-Friday between 3:30-8pm. Currently we offer individual lessons for K-12 graders and adults in full semester packages (16-18 weeks) and/or class packages (4, 6, or 8 lessons) in 30, 45, and 60 minute sessions taught weekly.

Fall semester runs September to January; Spring runs February through June; Summer instruction is scheduled in July and August. We hold student recitals each January and May. Instruments taught include: bass, bassoon, cello, double bass, clarinet, euphonium, flute, guitar, oboe, saxophone, trumpet, trumbone, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice.

Teachers must have demonstrated experience teaching in their discipline independently and preferably within public school settings or youth-centered spaces. They are supported by a part-time Education & Operations Coordinator who handles student enrollment, scheduling of available spaces, semester information, and payroll. The program is run under the supervision of RiverArts’ Executive Director and our venue partners.

We review applications on a rolling basis. If your experience is a good match for an opening on our faculty, we will be in touch to discuss an interview.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized instruction to students to fit their needs
• Prepare interested students for Semester Recitals (January/June)
• Attend recitals where students are participating
• Under the guidance of the Education & Operations Coordinator, maintain a routine schedule and attendance in assigned spaces
• Encourage students to re-enroll for upcoming semesters
• Notify Education & Operations Coordinator of any missed classes or issues
• Possess own instrument and equipment for applicable lessons (pianos are provided by venue partners)

Qualifications:

• Degree in subject area
• Prior experience in teaching individualized lessons
• Ability to drive to lesson locations
• Knowledge of Microsoft including Sharepoint, Outlook, and Excel, preferred
• Professional and responsible demeanor

Compensation & Benefits:

• This is a part-time contracted position with a flexible schedule of 1-10 hours per week, depending on registration and teacher availability
• $50-65 per hour, paid monthly

How to Apply:
Please submit a brief application here. If your experience is a fit for a current vacancy, we will be in touch. Please, no calls or emails.

About RiverArts:
RiverArts proudly presents intriguing, multi-disciplinary arts experiences and educational opportunities in lower Westchester County. For more than 60 years it has served as the catalyst connecting artists, performers, musicians, and educators with audiences in the villages of Hastings, Dobbs Ferry, Ardsley, Irvington, Tarrytown, and Sleepy Hollow, New York. RiverArts believes in the power of art to enrich, transform, and delight those in the Rivertowns and beyond.

Each year RiverArts develops an array of engaging public programs including two free signature, multi-village festivals: the fall Studio Tour and spring Music Tour; performing arts events in music, dance, and theater; visual art exhibitions; artist-led education programs; merit scholarship awards to students; professional development opportunities for visual and performing artists; and more.