Choral Teaching Artist - Per Diem
$235,040–$235,040 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Plan and lead weekly high school choral residency sessions in partnership with 92NY and school staff. Conduct rehearsals that build vocal technique, musicianship, ensemble skills, confidence, and performance readiness. Teach healthy vocal technique, listening skills, part-singing, musical expression, and collaborative ensemble practice. Select and prepare varied choral repertoire appropriate to students' experience levels. Prepare students for midyear, end-of-year, or other school/community performances. Adapt instruction in collaboration with school staff to support students with diverse learning needs. Communicate consistently with 92NY staff, school administrators, music faculty, and school partners. Complete required program documentation, including photos, attendance records, and student testimonials. Arrive prepared for each residency and manage music, materials, and rehearsal needs. Teaching takes place during regular school hours from October 2026-May 2027.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting, or a related field
- 3-5 years of experience teaching choral music in public schools or comparable educational settings
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with high school students
- Experience directing school, youth, community, or other choral ensembles and preparing students for performance
- Strong knowledge of vocal pedagogy, healthy vocal technique, choral conducting, and varied choral repertoire
- Ability to create a positive rehearsal environment that supports musical growth, participation, discipline, and ensemble collaboration
- Experience adapting instruction for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs
- Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Keyboard skills
- Current fingerprint clearance through the New York City and New York State Departments of Education
- Spanish language proficiency and/or experience working with multilingual learners
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