Music Teaching Artist for 2025-2026 Theater Season Position Available In Chester, Pennsylvania

Music Teaching Artist for 2025-2026 Theater Season 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 1416 Berwyn Paoli Road, Berwyn, PA 19312 Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure To plan, organize, and deliver value-driven skill development programs to participants in accordance with YMCA goals and objectives. Who Are We? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all. Perks & Benefits Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day) Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more! 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire. Employee Assistance Program Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University Career development and paid training Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00 What You’ll Do Provide music direction for our Fall production of Annie Jr. Provide music direction for our Fall musical revue. Provide music direction for our Spring production of Into the Woods Jr. Lead with enthusiasm and positive motivation. Assist the director with evaluating actors from a vocal perspective during auditions. Assist with preparation of production materials for auditions and rehearsals Assist the director with the creation of a rehearsal schedule each month, providing insight from a music perspective Lead all music rehearsals Assist with general supervision of actors during rehearsals and break times Assist with sign in and sign out of actors when arriving and departing rehearsal Maintain a clean and risk-free environment. Communicate effectively and timely with production team Promote other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person. Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned. What You’ll Need 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED Minimum 1-year prior teaching or instructional experience Training and qualifications in music education, music direction, or vocal coaching Demonstrate ability to develop and teach music to children of various ages, skills, and abilities Basic piano skills for the purpose of assisting actors with learning vocal parts. Piano accompaniment skills a plus, but not required Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire Work Conditions and Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in classes and activities. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Why You Need To Apply Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!