Opus 118 Harlem School of Music provides high-quality music instruction in an environment that nurtures excellence and creativity. Students in the East Harlem community are served with in-school, tuition-free weekly group violin instruction and subsidized afterschool private instruction for violin, viola, cello, guitar, and piano. 

Opus 118 was founded by the now-legendary Roberta Guaspari, whose fight for in-school music programs in East Harlem became the subject of a documentary (Small Wonders) and a feature film (Music from the Heart).  Roberta continues to work in East Harlem Schools while actively training the next generation of teachers for Opus 118.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Program Coordinator will provide administrative support for the after-school instrumental programs, as well as for annual concerts, teacher workshops, and special events. This position supports the growth of programs by enrolling and scheduling new students and representing the organization to students and families.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Serve as primary contact for parents of enrolled students
• Receive and process student registrations
• Oversee SSP (database) entry of After-School Program activities and In-School Program enrollment
• Enroll students in classes / lessons
• Schedule lessons and notify parents and faculty of confirmed times and cancellations
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance
• Bill, receive, and process all tuition payments
• Oversee financial aid application process
• Prepare faculty payroll
• Manage classroom scheduling and set-up
• Coordinate monthly Recital Hours
• Assist with program-related publications, web-content, and social media
• Prepare program enrollment and activity reports as needed
• Additional responsibilities to be determined as the organization grows

Qualifications: The ideal candidate is passionate about the Opus 118 mission, a self-starter, organized, creative, flexible, and able to advance work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills are a must, both in written and oral formats. A Bachelor’s degree in music or related field is preferred, and ideally has experience in a music/arts education environment. Has an interest in developing community relationships within the East Harlem neighborhood. Computer literacy: Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and non-profit databases. Social media savvy is a plus.

Hours: Full time, Monday through Friday, EVENING HOURS REQUIRED, occasional weekend events

Position Available: Immediately

Email a cover letter along with your resume and salary requirements to jobs@opus118.org. Subject line should read: Program Coordinator