Good Shepherd Services

About Us

Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference! 

Overview

TITLE: ACTIVITY INSTRUCTOR (Music)

REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

LOCATION: 1580 Dean Street, Brooklyn NY 11213

HOURS: Up to 12 Hours/Week; Non-Exempt

SALARY: $19/hr - $25/hr

SUMMARY: The Hip-Hop/Music Instructor will create and implement a music curriculum that allows participants hands on experiences with student centered activities

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Assist in the recruitment and retention of activity participants
• Create and facilitate art activities for groups of up to 25 participants
• Develop and facilitate a hip-hop curriculum (based on students’ interest) encompassing different aspects of music and Hip-Hop; providing participants with experience and knowledge of artistic language, skills and professions. Curriculum must promote social group work, creativity, self-expression, mastery, social-emotional development and professional growth
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Create a strength’s based environment, fostering a sense of belonging, safety, and community
• Arrange, setup, operate and clean classroom spaces before and after activities. Organize inventory and storing of relevant supplies and equipment.
• Document classes/workshop through lesson plans in advanced or as required
• Coordinate presentations for two culminating events (one per semester) showcasing students work
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Some college and experience with adolescents preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience and/or training relevant to the position required.
• Must be able to engage young people while setting structure and limits in a group setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be committed to work from a social group work, strengths-based and youth development perspective.

General Requirements: All staff are expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness and ability to work within a culturally diverse environment.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Additional Information

Good Shepherd Services is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible and accommodating to employees with disabilities. As part of our commitment to providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process, we will provide reasonable accommodations upon request for candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please inform us of your needs in advance. We value diversity and inclusivity in our workplace and encourage applicants of all abilities to apply.