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from LA Culture Net

*A Place Called Home is seeking a General Music Instructor*

Reports to: Conductor of Music Programs

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: Part-Time (25 hours per week)

Salary: $15.50-$17.00 per hour

A generous benefits package is available including paid time off (vacation,
sick, personal holidays and holidays), medical, dental, vision and life
insurance with meaningful employer contribution and 401K retirement plan
with employer match after 12 months of employment.

A Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth center in South Central
Los Angeles. APCH provides educational programs, counseling, mentoring,
music, dance and art classes, and fitness opportunities. As youth
participate in our programs, they discover interests and talents and
develop a better sense of themselves and their place in the world around
them. Our goal is to increase the likelihood that youth will stay in

school, pursue higher education, attain viable jobs, and become active
citizens capable of making positive change in the world in which they
live. (www.apch.org)

*SUMMARY*

Under the supervision of the Conductor of Music Programs (CMP), the Music
Instructor is responsible for providing general music education in
classroom and individual settings, assisting members with performance
preparation, and tracking member progress and attendance.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

The General Music Instructor assumes the following responsibilities:

· Design and implement high quality and engaging exposure based
music curriculum for different ages (elementary, middle school, high
school) and levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced)

· Lead classroom management and team building through music and
music activities, provide instruction and offer projects in a group setting

· Facilitate individual or small group instruction

· Conduct and track qualified member assessments with the Berklee
PULSE method (online learning resource with training provided)

· Track member attendance and progress; prepare and submit reports

· Assist department staff in preparing member assessments,
correspondence and data entry

· Chaperone members on department and agency field trips

· Support staff in preparing members for participation in special
projects, performances and events (i.e. agency fundraisers, festivals, etc.)

- Mentor through actions and behavior in observing dress code, language,
and observance of organizational policies and procedures

· Reach out to parents to encourage participation and attendance at
orientations, recitals, performances and informal sessions

· Collaborate with agency departments (i.e. Dance, Digital Media,
Art, etc.)

· Regularly participate in agency wide meetings, professional
development activities, on and off site training, and instructional meetings,
etc.

- Agency-wide duties including youth supervision, inputting class
attendance and participation in agency events as needed
- Perform other tasks as assigned

*Qualifications*

To perform this important job successfully, the Instructor must be able to
fulfill all of the elements of the job description to the highest standard
and be able to work well with colleagues in a high energy, collaborative
environment with open communication. A Place Called Home is a learning
organization and there is an expectation of continual growth and learning
as a community. All employees are expected to contribute to ongoing growth
and improvement in their departments via excellent job
performance. Additionally, you are expected to speak up if you become aware
of deficiencies and needs; and to offer solutions and make suggestions for
improvements in your purview areas. Likewise, because each employee and
each department is integral to the entire APCH community, we expect that as
you focus on your area, you will also consider the big picture and the
overall mission of the agency, and communicate with the appropriate
individuals if/when you become aware of problems and/or have suggestions
for ways and opportunities to make APCH stronger and better. The ideal
candidate will have a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and past
experience in youth development and arts education.

*Technical and Performance Skills*

Excellent Oral and Written Communication Skills

Classroom Management Skills

Ability to work with children and teenagers

Curriculum Development

Ability to lead group and individual instruction

Excellent knowledge of and experience in performing a variety of musical
genres including Classical, Jazz, Rock, R&B necessary

Knowledge of one or more instruments including voice, piano/keyboards,
guitar, bass and/or drums extremely helpful

Strong background in music theory, improvisation necessary

Strong time management skills

Project management

Must work well with diverse populations of employees and constituents

Valid CA driver’s license with clear DMV record (preferred but not
required)

Basic level computer skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint);

PC and Mac literate

Ability to speak, write and understand Spanish (preferred but not required)

Model professionalism at all times

Dedicated to
excellence

Maintain confidentiality guidelines

Proactive and results oriented

Ability to multi-task

Strong typing skills

*Education/Training/Experience*

· Music Degree preferable but not required or proof of equivalent
training in related field preferred

· 3-5 years providing classroom or group instruction to youth ages
8 and older

*Physical and Mental Demands*

- Able to work in dynamic, high noise level environment typical of a
youth center
- Walking, standing for several hours per day
- Lift up to 30 pounds regularly
- Speech and hearing within normal ranges; speech clarity sufficient for
standard face to face and telephone communications
- Use of hands for typing, data entry, moving and loading sound
equipment and musical instruments

- Music Department classes are Monday through Saturday, some weekends
and evenings activities, with some local travel as circumstances require

*Additional Information*

- Must be willing to be flexible and available for night and weekend
performances

EEO

Background screening required/Relevant skills assessment required during
initial screening

*To apply, please send your resume and cover letter, to Human
Resources at **apchemployment@apch.org
*

*(E-mail submission only/No phone inquiries)*

*Responses will be sent only to individuals meeting the outlined
requirements of the position.*

*Human Resource Department*

A PLACE CALLED HOME | 2830 S. Central Avenue | Los Angeles | CA | 90011

p. *323-232-7653* *| *f. *323-432-4741*

www.apch.org