Youth Development Artist

The Youth Development Artist will teach private and small-group string lessons, support orchestra rehearsals, mentor students, engage with with families, assist with concerts and events, and help strengthen MYO's life-skills-centered curriculum. We are looking for someone who is passionate about youth development, culturally responsive teaching, student mentorship, and creating a positive, encouraging learning environmet for young musicians and their families. 

Responsibilities include:

• teach weekly private and small group lessons for violin, viola, cello as well as Saturday morning beginner class
• lead sectional rehearsals and help with chamber ensemble when available
• Support orchestra rehearsals across MYO ensembles
• Prepare students for, attend and assist with the planning of concerts, recitals, auditions, juries, and event logistics
• Differentiate instruction to meet varying learning styles, ages, and ability levels, 
• Develop thoughtful lesson plans and instructional materials and coach other YoDAs in lesson planning 
• Foster strong fundamentals while encouraging musical creativity and expression
• Teach a wide range of musical styles including classical, contemporary, jazz, popular, and culturally diverse repertoire
• Help develop and edit curriculum and lesson plan materials across all levels annually 
• Attend professional development sessions and lead various topics in teacher meetings
• Collaborate closely with faculty, administrators, and artistic leadership
• Attend and lead faculty meetings, trainings, orientations and fundraisers
• Maintain accurate attendance, lesson notes, and student progress records
• Support recruitment and retention initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

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