After-School Program Supervisor Position Opening
Neighborhood Strings, a program of the Worcester Chamber Music Society, seeks a dependable After-School Program Supervisor to join our staff of teaching artists. Neighborhood Strings provides free and accessible lessons and daily ensemble to 95 young people at 4 teaching sites in the vibrant Main South and downtown neighborhoods of Worcester, MA. The Program Supervisor position is for the Main South Community Development Corporation site at 875 Main Street, Worcester.
Start Date: September 16, 2024
Primary Responsibilities:
Neighborhood Strings operates 5 afternoons, Mondays through Fridays. The program runs 32 weeks during the school year, from September – June, with weeks off aligned with the Worcester Public Schools calendar. The Program Supervisor will be expected to work 3.5 hours a day, 1:45-5:15 pm.
Supervision:
• Open up the teaching space daily and track attendance
• Supervise 3-15 students during outdoor and indoor play while teachers are teaching
• Organize engaging activities for youth (outdoor play, art projects, etc.)
Administrative:
• Contact families of children who miss lessons
Qualifications:
Minimum age 18
• 2-3 years experience working with children and youth required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Spanish proficiency desirable but not required
• People who represent the Worcester community, including POC and Latinx backgrounds, are encouraged to apply
Compensation:
$16/hour
How to Apply: Contact Program Director Ariana Falk:
Ariana.falk@gmail.com 203-464-4924
Please be prepared to provide references on request
Deadline: Monday, September 2, 2024
We value all types of experience. For us, a successful candidate has many of the qualifications listed above, and the desire and capacity to learn the rest on the job. If much, but not all, of a job posting describes you, we welcome your application.
Worcester Chamber Music Society is an equal-opportunity employer. We will not discriminate based on race, religion, age, marital status, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, creed, color, ethnic or national origin, military status, or disability in its employment practices or the administration of its concert activities and educational programs. We are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all.
About Worcester Chamber Music Society
Worcester Chamber Music Society strives to cultivate an appreciation for classical music, building a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community through inspiring concerts and education. In creating enriching and inspiring musical experiences, we become a community of listeners and musicians inclusive of all ages, traditions, and cultures. Our acclaimed music education program, Neighborhood Strings, guides youth towards personal agency, reflection, and academic excellence. Our unique concerts appeal to diverse audiences and showcase both widely known and extraordinary underrepresented composers. With music as our vehicle, we open a pathway to a deeper understanding of those around us.
Our Values:
The following values guide all our activities and interactions:
We are committed to the highest standards of artistry in our performances and instruction.
We embrace the diversity of our community and seek to reflect it in our programming.
We promote a culture of inclusion and gratitude to all who contribute to our success.
We aspire to ensure our programming is accessible for all.
We strive to communicate honestly, openly, and positively within our organization and with the public.