My whole time at Groove was truly memorable and some of my most-loved years professionally. I learned to play guitar, I learned what joy and awe looks like on hundreds of young faces. I will always feel grateful to whatever it was that prompted me to answer the ad for groovy toddler music teacher. At Groove I met some of the most talented and generous people I have ever had the privilege to know. Janet C, class leader
OPEN POSITION:
GROOVE SONG LEADER
ABOUT US: Groove is a well-loved, neighborhood music studio with a mission to build community through music. Our game-based, fun-loving method of teaching puts musical fluencies first. We introduce babies to body beats, write songs with pre-schoolers, we get the whole family singing. We believe that music is for everyone.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Seeking skilled Song Leader for 45-minute indoor and outdoor Groove Jams for kids 0-3 years old. Candidates shadow a current song leader to learn the music and the flow of the class. Groove Jams consist of 10-12 original songs. If you do not play guitar, ukulele or other accompanying instrument (not required) you will be paired with a guitar accompanist for all Jams.We provide lesson plan templates. rehearsal tracks, lead sheets and charts for all songs.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Love working with kids
Be a skilled and confident singer who works well with others
Be a quick study.
Feel at ease around parents and caregivers
Be ready and willing to share your love of music with others
Have reliable transportation to/from class location.
PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:
Familiarity with the Music for Aardvarks collection
Experience working with young kids in a school, music class or camp setting
Ability to learn by music by ear and transpose keys, if needed
Play additional instruments (guitar, use, keys, etc)
Ability to commit to the position through the end of the school year
WORK DATES/TIMES: Groove Jams are offered every morning, Monday-Saturday.Training begins ASAP.Song Leader commits to a minimum of 2 mornings per week.
COMPENSATION Based on experience.Stipend is offered during training. Interested singers should send an introductory e-mail to lesley@findgroove.com