Comprised of 78 musicians, The New York Pops is the largest independent pops orchestra in the United States, now celebrating its milestone 40th season as the only professional symphonic orchestra in New York City specializing in popular music. Led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, the orchestra performs an annual subscription series at Carnegie Hall, and is among the venue’s most presented ensembles. The New York Pops’ annual birthday gala is celebrated each spring, raising funds for the orchestra and its education programs. The orchestra performs annually in Queens, NY at Forest Hills Stadium, a 14,000-seat historic concert venue.

Through its PopsEd music education programs, The New York Pops fulfills its dedication to lifelong learning and collaborates with public schools, community organizations, and senior centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City. PopsEd allows thousands of New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds to participate in fully customizable residency programs that blend traditional education with pure fun.  In doing so, PopsEd excites students and gives them skills they can apply to all areas of their lives.

Job title: Teaching Artist (Instrumental, Chorus, Musical Theater)

Reports to: Education and Operations Manager

PopsEd Teaching Artists are actively performing professional musicians and/or theater practitioners, with a strong background in music or musical theater education. Our residencies are customized to a school’s preference and provide students with a solid foundation of technique, while nurturing life skills such as listening, observation, and creative expression. PopsEd programming takes place at schools and after-school sites across NYC.

Responsibilities:

• Engage students in music or musical theater instruction in-person (this will require travel to NYC public schools throughout the five boroughs)
• Planning lessons in line with PopsEd curriculum benchmarks and national core arts standards
• Lead students in instrument or vocal sectionals, helping to refine technique and rehearse selected pieces for performance
• Provide feedback and guidance for students
• Generate an enthusiasm for learning and develop a positive professional relationship with students
• Maintain communication with both TNYP office and school contacts
• Complete relevant paperwork as required

Qualifications/requirements:

• Have prior experience as a music or musical theater educator
• Be organized, responsible and adaptable, with strong group management skills
• Comfortable with virtual instruction, if needed (e.g. Zoom, Google meets etc)
• Strong collaborative skills
• A passion for arts education
• Positive attitude
• Proof of vaccination
• Fingerprinted by NYCDOE
• Understand the national core arts standards
• Ability to commit to PopsEd for school year 2023-24 (October through June)
• Ability and willingness to travel across the five boroughs

To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and sample lesson plan in one PDF to: analisa.bell@nypops.org citing “Teaching Artist” in the subject line. If you have already been fingerprinted by DOE, please indicate in your cover letter.