JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Program Coordinator
Seattle WA
Posting Date: April 19, 2018
Application Deadline: May 18, 2018
Posting Date: April 19, 2018
Application Deadline: May 18, 2018
DESCRIPTION
Be part of an inspiring after-school music program for youth in low-income schools! Seattle Music Partners seeks an AmeriCorps Member to serve as our Program Coordinator.
Our Program
SMP is a non-profit that provides an innovative combination of weekly group music instruction and one-on-one mentoring, working with elementary students who attend low-income schools in Seattle’s Central District. We offer individual music lessons and ensemble experience to over 100 students, twice weekly. We believe that music is a powerful tool for inspiring and empowering young people, and that music-learning opportunities should be available to all children on an equitable basis.
Seattle Music Partners cultivates a diverse and vibrant music-making community by providing youth with free music instruction and one-on-one mentoring to eliminate racial and economic barriers to quality music education. We do this by offering free after-school and evening program opportunities that use music and mentorship to impact the lives of young people. Our unique program matches skilled volunteers from the community, one-on-one, with students who wish to learn how to play an instrument. SMP students also attend weekly group lessons, led by our trained teaching artists, to gain ensemble experience. Instruments, music books, music stands, and even transportation are provided free of charge.
Students showcase their new skills by performing in several recitals each year. In addition, SMP also partners with school staff to bring music enrichment programs into the schools, including hosting professional touring musicians and arranging for field trips to music performances. SMP also offers a free summer camp, as well as an evening ensemble program for our middle school-aged ‘grads.’
Duties
Since SMP has a very small staff, the Program Coordinator will have a significant impact, playing a role in most SMP activities. The Program Coordinator will collaborate closely with existing staff and directly with students, volunteers, families and school personnel.
Responsibilities will include the following:
Required Qualifications
Additional Desired Qualifications
BENEFITS
PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
None specified
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
2-year degree
HOW TO APPLY
http://www.seattlemusicpartners.org
Individuals interested in the position need to prepare the AmeriCorps National Service Application and submit to www.americorps.gov.
In addition, candidates should submit a detailed cover letter to that describes their specific interest in working with our program and why the candidate’s background makes for a compelling candidacy. Please put "Program Coordinator Inquiry" in the subject line. Please also send a current resume.
Note that this opportunity is contingent on funding.
Be part of an inspiring after-school music program for youth in low-income schools! Seattle Music Partners seeks an AmeriCorps Member to serve as our Program Coordinator.
Our Program
SMP is a non-profit that provides an innovative combination of weekly group music instruction and one-on-one mentoring, working with elementary students who attend low-income schools in Seattle’s Central District. We offer individual music lessons and ensemble experience to over 100 students, twice weekly. We believe that music is a powerful tool for inspiring and empowering young people, and that music-learning opportunities should be available to all children on an equitable basis.
Seattle Music Partners cultivates a diverse and vibrant music-making community by providing youth with free music instruction and one-on-one mentoring to eliminate racial and economic barriers to quality music education. We do this by offering free after-school and evening program opportunities that use music and mentorship to impact the lives of young people. Our unique program matches skilled volunteers from the community, one-on-one, with students who wish to learn how to play an instrument. SMP students also attend weekly group lessons, led by our trained teaching artists, to gain ensemble experience. Instruments, music books, music stands, and even transportation are provided free of charge.
Students showcase their new skills by performing in several recitals each year. In addition, SMP also partners with school staff to bring music enrichment programs into the schools, including hosting professional touring musicians and arranging for field trips to music performances. SMP also offers a free summer camp, as well as an evening ensemble program for our middle school-aged ‘grads.’
Duties
Since SMP has a very small staff, the Program Coordinator will have a significant impact, playing a role in most SMP activities. The Program Coordinator will collaborate closely with existing staff and directly with students, volunteers, families and school personnel.
Responsibilities will include the following:
- Daily on-site at schools, coordinating and supervising activities of students and volunteers.
- Coordinate and support volunteer recruitment, training and retention efforts for after school and evening programs.
- Help organize recitals and community programs.
- Help lead communication efforts with families, including family meetings, phone calls, etc.
- Arrange student transportation by coordinating directly with Seattle Public Schools Transportation Department.
- Manage food / snack procurement and distribution in partnership with school district.
- Chaperone field trips to performances.
- Coordinate with the Program Director to ensure ongoing communication with volunteers, potential volunteers, students, etc.
- Work with staff re: curriculum materials and participant needs and challenges.
- Record tutor and student attendance at each site, as well as assist with documentation of teaching materials.
- Act as lead in the capture, compilation, and analysis of data to support AmeriCorps, WSC, and SMP performance measures.
Required Qualifications
- Americorps Requirements: minimum age - 18 years old. Full-time 40 hours / week. Begin September 1, 2018 - End July 15, 2019
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to social justice
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
- Demonstrated self-starter
- Able to fulfill responsibilities with minimal supervision
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Effective presentation skills & the ability to facilitate small group discussions
- Ability to use Microsoft Office and Google Docs programs at an intermediate or advanced level
- Prepared to work some evenings and weekends
Additional Desired Qualifications
- Band or orchestral instrument experience
- Some teaching or tutoring experience (formal or informal)
- Enjoys and has experience working with children and young adults
- Interested in music, education, youth development and/or the business of non-profits
- Familiarity with PhotoShop or other image editing and layout software
- Car recommended
- Some college or college degree preferred
BENEFITS
- Health insurance
- Education award of $5,920 upon satisfactory completion of service
- Subsidized childcare assistance (if eligible)
- Student loan forbearance.
PROFESSIONAL LEVEL
None specified
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
2-year degree
HOW TO APPLY
http://www.seattlemusicpartners.org
Individuals interested in the position need to prepare the AmeriCorps National Service Application and submit to www.americorps.gov.
In addition, candidates should submit a detailed cover letter to that describes their specific interest in working with our program and why the candidate’s background makes for a compelling candidacy. Please put "Program Coordinator Inquiry" in the subject line. Please also send a current resume.
Note that this opportunity is contingent on funding.
