Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from New York Edge
Job overview
The African Drum Specialist at New York Edge leads and promotes African drumming activities, fostering student engagement and skill development within after-school programs.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves teaching African drumming, organizing performance groups, preparing classroom materials, enforcing behavior rules, adapting lessons to student needs, and evaluating activity outcomes to meet educational standards.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have knowledge of African drumming techniques, at least one year of teaching experience, ability to follow curriculum, strong communication skills, and reliability; prior youth teaching experience and multi-activity instruction are preferred.
Work environment and culture
The work environment is within New York City public schools, emphasizing youth development, education, and community interaction, with a focus on safety and security compliance.
Company information
New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in NYC public schools, serving 40,000 students annually with programs in academics, arts, sports, and wellness.
Job location and travel
The position requires working within New York City public schools, with possible community interaction during trips or events, and a schedule of 9-15 hours per week, Monday to Friday afternoons.
Unique job features
The job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health and involves progressive student skill development culminating in a final project.
Company overview
New York Edge, Inc. is a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to providing after-school and summer programs for students in underserved communities across New York City. They generate revenue through government grants, private donations, and partnerships with educational institutions. Founded in 1992, the organization has a rich history of fostering academic enrichment, sports, and arts programs to support holistic child development. Their mission is to bridge the opportunity gap and ensure equitable access to quality education and extracurricular activities for all students.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your knowledge and experience with African Drumming, emphasizing your ability to teach and organize group performances in alignment with New York State Arts Learning Standards.
Focus on showcasing your teaching experience, especially with youth, your communication skills, and your ability to follow curriculum and adapt lessons to meet diverse student needs.
Apply through multiple channels including New York Edge’s official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the African Drum Specialist role.
Connect with current employees or program coordinators at New York Edge on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as asking about their favorite student success stories or how the African Drum program has evolved within their after-school offerings.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'African Drumming,' 'music theory,' 'teaching youth,' 'curriculum adherence,' and 'student engagement' to pass the initial screening effectively.
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