DC Music Program Educator

Living Classrooms Foundation

JobDescription

Job Title: DCMusic Program Educator - Part Time (Music Production and Songwriting)


JOB SUMMARY

Living Classrooms' Ascend through Music Program in theNational Capitol Region serves youth throughout Washington, DC. AMP providesopportunities to learn skills in music technology, musical instruments,creating original music, recording and performance with the purpose ofdeveloping self-expression and positive character/life skills.


Under the direction of the Director of Music Programs andworking with the DC Music Coordinator, the music educator will support inbuilding the Ascend through Music Program. The music educator will develop andteach programming that encompasses musical development, self-expression andpositive character skills. Programming involves working with children, youthand adults and integrating music technology, songwriting, performances, andcreating original music/videos.

ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS - DC MUSIC PROGRAM EDUCATOR
• 3-6hours a week, likely 1-2 days per week in 10 week terms
• Build music technologyskills and concepts including beatmaking, songwriting, recording andmixing
• Run recording sessions for programsand program participants
• Edit, Mix and finalize programprojects and recordings
• Set-up and maintain equipment foroptimal programming use
• Work independently
• Travel to programsites, including setting up and breaking down equipment and materials as needed
• Communicate andcoordinate with DC Music Program Coordinator and site staff


ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS FOR ALL MUSIC EDUCATORS
• Create and facilitate sequential andengaging lessons, activities and experiences that develop skills, knowledge,creativity and confidence in music
• Plan and guide students in preparingfinal projects and/or performances
• Incorporate effective classroommanagement to maintain a structured, positive learning space
• Collaborate and Assist Director andteam with program-wide performances, recordings, and projects
• Interact professionally andappropriately with students, parents, teachers, staff, community
• Participate in site staff meetingsand on-going training opportunities
• Capture, create and upload contenton program's social media platforms
• Comply with all LCF/AMP policies andprocedures

JOBQUALIFICATIONS
• Mastery of industry-standard DAWs (LogicPro X preferred) and equipment to create instrumentals, projects, andrecordings
• Knowledge in songwriting skills andtechniques
• Experience with recording equipment,running a recording session, and mixing
• 2 years of experience working with agroup of youth in a structured setting
• Understanding of basic music theory asrelates to foundational skills in making/creating music
• Strong communication, timemanagement, and multi-tasking skills
• Reliable transportation with abilityto transport program equipment
• Ability to work in a changingenvironment and address the varying needs of students
• Comfortable working with studentsages 10-17
• Preferred: Bachelor'sDegree

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The dress code isbusiness casual. Living Classrooms will provide each staff person with a staffshirt. Staff shirts should be worn with slacks/skirts or appropriate jeans(e.g. no holes, no writing, too revealing, etc.).


DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intendedto describe the general nature and level of work being performed by peopleassigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustivelist of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel soclassified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of theirnormal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Living Classrooms Foundation is AnEqual Opportunity Employer