Guitar Instructor (Prospect Park YMCA)

Description:

SALARY:   $25.00 P/H
PART-TIME 
 

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Guitar Instructor who, under the supervision of the Arts & Culture Director, will play a critical role in providing academic enhancement and enrichment in the Y program. The incumbent will be responsible for providing a safe and positive environment for children, to provide opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic/ personal growth. Specifically, the Guitar Instructor will prepare and provide age-appropriate music instruction.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. 
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and values based in the area of music.
• Teach participants the fundamentals of instruments, including activities that build their level of skill and confidence.
• Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
• Work cooperatively with professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Work with the Arts & Culture Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Community School Program to participants and care givers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth.
• Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for Zumba activities.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations. 
• Actively participate in the training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

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