Job: String Teaching Artist for Kids 4 Harmony

18 Degrees
480 West Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

Phone:(413)448-8281
Website:18degreesma.org

Company Description:
18 Degrees is where the sun stands just below the horizon at daybreak. It’s more dark than light in that moment, and hard to see the way forward. At 18 Degrees – formerly Berkshire Children and Families – it’s our mission and privilege to meet people at that point, with the promise that for them, for all of us, the light will grow from the start of each new day. 18 Degrees promotes the well-being and strengths of children, youth, and families to build better communities in Western Massachusetts. We provide education, parenting skills and support, prevention and intervention, advocacy, and life skills across a spectrum of programs serving children, young people, individuals and families in four areas: early education and care; foster care and adoption; child and family well-being; youth and community development. Our approach with folks is to start with questions about their goals – their dreams. Our work is to guide them to the resources, skills, and support that will help them reach their goals. This is not a typical conversation for social service agencies, but it is one that is central to our mission of Every child in a family. Every family in a community. Focusing on hopes and dreams helps those we serve to see that new beginnings are possible.

Job Title:
String Teaching Artist for Kids 4 Harmony
Salary Range:Location:
$20.00 - $30.00 Per Hour Pittsfield
Job Type:Category:
Part TimeMusical Arts
Education Level:Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent
Description:

String Teaching Artist for Kids 4 Harmony (North Adams and Pittsfield)

(Flexible hours - up to 15 hours/week)  

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same!   At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community.  

  • The String Teaching Artist will work in our North Adams and/or Pittsfield sites (depending on availability) and can work 2-5 days a week up to 15 hours. There is flexibility with scheduling.
  • This teacher will teach fundamental technique on violin, viola or cello with beginning, intermediate, and advanced school-aged string ensembles and lessons focused on age-appropriate skill development for young musicians and building community through ensemble playing.
  • Instruction also includes private and semi-private lessons.
  • An ideal candidate will have experience with trauma-informed education and believe in music as a vehicle for social change. Some nights and weekends are required. Multi-cultural/multi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply. 

 Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18degreesma.org. AA/EOE 

 

Pay Rate:  $20 - $30/hour DOE [Maximum must have Master’s Degree]