Careers

 
 

Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program is looking to hire passionate individuals to join our team.

 

Brass & Woodwind Instructor

Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program  is looking to hire a woodwind and brass  instructor who is able to teach a wide array of musical skills to students of all ages that range from beginner to advanced. The ideal candidate will be one who is a well-rounded musician, enthusiastic, passionate and can draw on their own experiences during lessons. There are also opportunities for ensemble instruction, as well as working at our summer camps.

**Ability to teach additional instruments is a plus and highly valued** 

Responsibilities include: 

  • Teach group lessons to students between the ages of 5-18

  • Develop effective lesson plans for in-person lessons

  • Motivate student growth and music-making, and track student progress.

  • Effectively communicate with students, their families, and other staff

  • Attend recitals, competitions and exhibitions including work on weekends

  • Up to 25% travel required

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Music

  • Multiple years of private teaching experience can be used in place of degree

  • Experience teaching youth in an urban environment

Theater Instructor

You will be responsible for teaching and training a dynamic group of students, ensuring that all students are engaged, motivated, and inspired to achieve outstanding results.

Job Description:

  • Drama/Theater Instructors are responsible for planning and leading structured activities for students in grades elementary through high school

  • Successfully lead activities with groups of up to 20 students

  • Effectively manage the classroom and address student behavior issues in a positive, professional manner

  • Communicate clearly and positively with students, co-workers, and supervisors

Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of prior experience teaching or facilitating group activities with students;

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • College coursework in the areas of education, youth development, or drama preferred

  • Available to work during all of the hours of the program, including nights and weekends

Salary to be discussed at interview

Drum Instructor

Engage students to practice, play and perform introduced materials.

  • Attend all rehearsals, sectionals, and performances, actively participating in assisting students in sectionals and whole group rehearsals.

  • Teach drumline basics, i.e. warm-ups, marching techniques and stick work.

  • Teach cadences for marching/playing at athletic, school and community events

  • Work with the director during auditions and provide input into placement of students on particular instruments of the drumline.

  • Work with the drill writer to check the positioning of the drumline in each musical selection

  • Monitor and control student behavior according to established procedures

  • Maintain inventories of percussion supplies, materials and equipment.

  • Adjust and maintain percussion instruments ensuring timely availability for student use.

  • Be able to work outdoors and indoors; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.

  • Other duties as assigned by the Band Director

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma

  • Strong background in marching band, percussion performance. Drum corps or university marching

  • band experience preferred

  • Experience in the various sub groups of the percussion section (e.g. snare, bass, tenors, mallets, etc)

  • Previous experience with instructing/teaching percussion

  • Ability to inspire students, building enthusiasm and love of the subject

  • Ability to tune/replace drum heads and do minor repairs on drumline equipment

  • Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, administrators, and community members

  • Maintain high level of ethical behavior and exercise good judgment in making decisions

  • Strong organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to interact with students of different age and skill level in a positive and professional manner.

Salary to be discussed at interview

Dance Instructor

Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program is looking to hire a passionate dance instructor to join our team. You will be responsible for teaching and training a dynamic group of students in a range of techniques and dance styles, ensuring that all students are engaged, motivated, and inspired to achieve outstanding results.

If you love dance and enjoy working with young people of all ages, we encourage you to apply. Proven experience as a dance instructor is strongly desired.

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to teach using various dance styles and methodologies from beginner to advanced level

  • Develop dance curriculums and prepare lesson plans

  • Ability to communicate with a diverse group of students, parents and teachers

  • Engage, encourage, and motivate students to reach their goals.

  • Evaluate student performance and make recommendations for improvement

  • Choreograph routines and select music for performances

  • Provide a fun and creative environment

Qualifications:

  • Previous teaching experience required

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Energetic, driven, creative, and dependable

  • Demonstrate patience and leadership skills

Salary to be discussed at interview

Site Supervisor

Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program is seeking a site supervisor to run our programs and manage the daily operations of our facility. The ideal candidate has experience in working at a music and arts program and at least 2-3 years of supervisory experience.

This position is limited to internal staff and those who have a deep knowledge of Brooklyn United’s business model, mission, operations and organizational culture. 

Job Requirements:

  • Oversee day to day operations of the facility

  • Provide for site safety and security; devise and implement site policies and procedures

  • Supervise and evaluate staff; complete employee reviews; keep accurate records of employee attendance and timesheets

  • Interview candidates; onboard and train new hires

  • Set project goals and oversee projects to completion; schedule and track assignments

  • Handle sensitive information with confidentiality

  • Supervise site staff including instructors and administrative staff

  • Communicate with parents, vendors and business contacts

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Previous experience as a site supervisor at an after school program, tutoring program or comparable site

  • Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, administrators, and community members

  • Maintain high level of ethical behavior and exercise good judgment in making decisions

  • Strong organizational and communication skills


Salary to be discussed at interview