Music Instructors - PT Job at GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA in Basking Ridge

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

Somerset Hills YMCA is looking for artistic and passionate musicians to provide children and teens with Music Lessons for Guitar, Piano, Voice, or Woodwind Instruments. Music instructors should be confident in working with a variety of age groups and helping others achieve their goals. Music Instructors should be comfortable with basic music concepts and instruction to reach basic proficiency in their instrument of choice. Under the direction of the Youth & Family Program Coordinator, the Music Instructor will plan and teach lessons to children ages 3-11.

Essential Functions:

• Teach individual or group lessons in piano, voice, woodwinds, or percussion to students of varying ages and skill levels.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that cater to the individual needs and goals of each student.
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to students to help them improve their musical abilities.
• Assist with recitals, performances, or other opportunities for students to showcase their musical talents as planned by YMCA leadership.
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with other music instructors and staff members to support the overall music program at Somerset Hills YMCA.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in music education, performance, or a related field, however, we will entertain applicants who are self taught or developed a passion for music through their own hobby.
• Experience teaching music lessons, preferably in a community or educational setting, preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following instruments: piano, voice, woodwinds, or percussion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students of all ages and skill levels.
• Experience coordinating and/or participating in musical performances or events.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Somerset Hills YMCA.

Schedule:

This is a part-time position with flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to accommodate student schedules and program needs.

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include:

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.