SY24-25 PER SESSION VACANCY NOTICE # 1297: Paraprofessional - Salute to Music (Office of Arts and Special Projects)

Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional for individual assigned students in Borough-Wide Salute to Music instrumental and vocal music program

0-2 positions based on student needs

1. Satisfactory rating
2. Satisfactory record of attendance and punctuality
3. Demonstrated ability to work with NYCDOE faculty and staff, teaching artists, students and parents
4. Excellent communication skills
5. Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
6. Knowledge of middle school-level ensemble, solo, and chamber repertoire, as well as instrumental or choral/vocal pedagogy, corresponding to one or more of the following ensembles (chorus, concert band, jazz ensemble, orchestra)

    

   Note: Applicants for per session employment who are not employed in the Department of Education’s regular school program or adult education program shall be considered for selection only if no qualified day school teacher or adult education employee is available.

    

   DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
7. Participate in collaborative planning sessions; provide ongoing feedback to support program development in support of individual student’s IEP needs
8. Support Saturday instruction, studio activities, field trips, and evening performances as well as any required recordings in support of individual student’s IEP needs
9. Work one-on-one with students as needed or required in support of individual student’s IEP needs
10. Build relationships with families in support of individual student’s IEP needs
11. Communicate with program director/site supervisors regarding site and student concerns
12. Assist teacher in instructional needs
13. Enthusiasm for program goals and working with families
14. Support efficient, effective and engaging weekly rehearsals of Salute to Music Program ensembles 
15. Exercise sound professional judgment at all times and maintain a positive, respectful, proactive stance while remaining in accordance with all NYCDOE Chancellor’s regulations
16. Ensure safety protocols are followed, including securing the building at the end of each activity, maintaining student privacy when using digital materials/systems, and strictly adhering to the most up-to-date COVID-19-related safety guidelines

     

     

    WORK SCHEDULE:   

    September 2024 through June 2025 - Saturdays, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm 8:30am to 12:00 pm, other weekday and weekend hours as needed, dates and times to be determined

    Up to 130 hours per position

     

    SALARY:                  

    Per Session rates as per the relevant union/organization of the advertised title (UFT, CSA, DC-37 - Collective Bargaining Agreement).  Contingent Upon Funding Availability.

     

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

    Submit application: OP-175, copy of resume, cover letter, and copy of your NYS teaching license by June 30, 2025 to:

    https://forms.gle/yE4pDA2S4k26bn1J7

     

     

    PLEASE INCLUDE THE ABOVE CIRCULAR NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION

     

    If you have any questions about this activity, please email lbucko@schools.nyc.gov

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.