SY24-25 PER SESSION VACANCY NOTICE # 1653: Paraprofessional - Summer Arts Institute for High School and Middle School Students (Office of Arts and Special Projects)

(CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AVAILABILITY; this position is subject to budget approval and availability and may be withdrawn at any time)

                                                                                                                               

POSITION:                 

Paraprofessional for individual assigned students in Summer Arts Institute for High School and Middle School students

(0-2 positions based on student needs)

 

LOCATION:                

Frank Sinatra School for the Arts - 35-12 35^th Avenue, Queens, NY 11106

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:          

New York City Department of Education paraprofessional, presently working at Middle School or High School level preferred.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA: 

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 and high school-level arts (dance, moving image, music, theater, and/or visual arts)

 

In order to be considered, applicants must not be under active investigation by the NYC Department of Education.

               

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:

1. Support assigned student in a four week summer arts program for high school and/or middle school students in art, instrumental music (band), vocal music, film, orchestra (strings), theater (drama) or dance.  Must attend planning meetings February through June and adjudicate at student auditions in March and/or April.
2. Participate in collaborative planning sessions; provide ongoing feedback to support program development in support of individual student’s IEP needs
3. Support instruction, studio activities, field trips, and evening performances/exhibitions in support of individual student’s IEP needs
4. Work one-on-one with students as needed or required in support of individual student’s IEP needs
5. Build relationships with families in support of individual student’s IEP needs
6. Communicate with program director/site supervisors regarding site and student concerns
7. Assist teacher in instructional needs
8. Enthusiasm for program goals and working with families
9. Lead efficient, effective and engaging weekly rehearsals of the All-City High School Music Program ensembles
10. Exercise sound professional judgment at all times and maintain a positive, respectful, proactive stance while remaining in accordance with all NYCDOE Chancellor’s regulations
11. Ensure safety protocols are followed and building secured at the end of each activity

 

WORK SCHEDULE:   

Commencing February 2025 through June 2025; continued Summer 2025 work to be advertised separately

 

February - June: Up to 30 hours for three planning meetings and two-day student auditions (dates to be confirmed).

(Up to 250 hours per position)July –August: Up to 30 sessions, 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM, Monday through Friday, may include rehearsals and public performances. Some evening hours may be scheduled for performances and events.

(Up to 250 hours per position)

 

Note: As program is subject to funding, all dates, times, and hours to be confirmed

 

SALARY:                  

Per Session rates as per the relevant union/organization of the advertised title (Collective Bargaining Agreement).  Contingent Upon Funding Availability.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Send application: OP 175, copy of resume,  and cover letter by November 19, 2024 to Callie McGlone, Program Manager, at cmcglone2@schools.nyc.gov

 

 

PLEASE INCLUDE THE ABOVE CIRCULAR NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION

 

If you have any questions about this activity, please e-mail cmcglone2@schools.nyc.gov 

 

Please visit the New York City Department of Education website for more information on per session opportunities: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/careers/other-jobs-in-schools/per-session-jobs