Chorus Assistant

Bank Street College of Education • New York, NY • 1h ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Chorus Assistant, Lower School & Upper School Start Date: Rolling hiring - accepting applications on an ongoing basis Reports To: Music Department Pay Rate: $70.00 per hour Schedule: Part-time, hourly position Three weekly rehearsals of 45 minutes each, plus set-up time before each rehearsal Additional hours during the dress rehearsal and performance period in January About Bank Street School for Children A leader in progressive education for more than 100 years, the Bank Street School for Children provides students, from nursery through 8th grade, an education that engages their natural curiosity, nurtures critical thinking, and helps to develop a sense of community and social responsibility. Through a teaching approach that is fundamentally hands-on and child-centered, Bank Street students develop the courage and confidence to think independently, work collaboratively, understand themselves and others more deeply, and possess the compassion to make meaning of the world around them. About the Position The Chorus Assistant supports the School for Children's Lower School and Upper School chorus programs, working alongside the music teaching team across three weekly rehearsals and a January performance season. The Assistant prepares and studies all musical materials in advance, and is expected to lead, demonstrate, and conduct vocal parts for assigned groups. This role is well suited to a skilled musician with choral experience who enjoys working with elementary and middle school singers and who can help sustain a focused, encouraging rehearsal environment. Key Responsibilities Musical Preparation and Instruction Prepare and study all materials prior to rehearsals, including learning both vocal and accompaniment parts Lead, demonstrate, and conduct vocal parts for assigned chorus groups Rehearse with soloists as applicable Rehearsal Support Set up the display and audio systems and prepare the piano 5-10 minutes before the start of each rehearsal Work closely with the teaching team to support students' performance and behavior throughout rehearsals Attend all weekly rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances Rehearsal and Performance Schedule (2026 - 2027) Weekly Rehearsals (45 minutes each) 8/9s Chorus - Wednesdays at 9:45 AM 10/11s Chorus - Wednesdays at 11:15 AM 12/13s Chorus - Thursdays at 11:15 AM Dress Rehearsals and Performances Performance season runs January 12 - January 27, 2027 Each chorus is assigned its own dress rehearsal and performance dates within that window Dress rehearsals are typically scheduled the day before the corresponding performance Each performance date includes a 1:30 PM show and a 6:30 PM show Qualifications Required Strong music literacy, including the ability to read and learn vocal and accompaniment parts independently Ability to lead, demonstrate, and conduct vocal parts with elementary and middle school singers Availability for all scheduled weekly rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances, including evening shows Willingness to collaborate as part of a teaching team Preferred Bachelor's degree in music, music education, or a related field Choral directing, conducting, or accompanying experience Piano proficiency Experience working with children in an educational or performance setting Familiarity with Bank Street's progressive, child-centered approach to education ABOUT US Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families. Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children. At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theor

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