THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT

ANNOUNCES SEVERAL PART-TIME JOB OPENINGS FOR

Site Assistant

$16.22/hour, Starting Immediately

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

In alignment with the Atlanta Music Project (AMP) mission, the AMP Site Assistant will assist AMP program leaders and faculty with administrative and musical tasks at various AMP band, orchestra and choir site. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. These positions report to the relevant Program Manager or Associate.  The Site Assistant position is ideal for recent college graduates who studied music, as well as current music majors. 

About the Atlanta Music Project

Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP's programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. AMP's young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities/Opportunities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Complete administrative tasks such as attendance, photocopies, class/rehearsal set up and take down, social media, preparing flyers/announcements, communication with parents/guardians
• Perform stagehand duties at selected AMP concerts
• Other administrative tasks as needed
• Assist program leaders and faculty as needed
• Occasionally teach and/or mentor AMP students
• Form effective work relationship with other AMP Site Assistants
• Attend peer exchange/training workshops throughout the year

Ideal candidate will:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in music education, music performance, education, social work or related field; OR be a current undergraduate or graduate student 
• Possess some proficiency on one of the following instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, voice
• Be extremely reliable
• Be always punctual        
• Possess a passion for music as a tool for positive social change
• Possess the ability to inspire, work with, and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Possess excellent proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
• Possess excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Possess ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Site Assistant is a part-time, hourly ($16.22/hour) position starting immediately. This position requires a car. Background check required. AMP program sites are located throughout the 30310, and south of Interstate 20 generally. Rehearsals take place weekday afternoons/evenings, and Saturdays. Interviews will take place at the AMP Center for Performance & Education 883 Dill Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Site Assistant." Interviews will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT 

ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR 

AMP VAN DRIVER 

Part-Time, Starting Immediately 

NOTE TO APPLICANTS: 

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description 

Summary of Position  The Atlanta Music Project seeks a safety-first, dependable, motivated, detail-oriented individual to take on the position of AMP Van Driver.  The AMP Van Driver will provide general support to the Operations Team in the areas of transportation and special projects. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Operations.  This position will support Atlanta Music Project programming and operations through positive team practices. The AMP Van Driver will be responsible primarily for the transportation of youth and will also ensure that the highest possible safety standards are followed in the operation and maintenance of AMP vehicles. The AMP Van Driver will follow all state, local and organizational requirements relating to the position. The winning candidate will need to be detail oriented, a strong multitasker and able to receive feedback in a direct and positive way.  Key Duties 

• Safely transport students on the AMP Van from school to AMP sites, to and from concerts, field trips and special events
• At all times ensure and monitor the safety and comfort of all AMP Van passengers ● Perform thorough pre/post trip vehicle inspections and reporting equipment concerns and maintenance problems
• Assist students in the loading and unloading process
• Maintaining the strict requirement of the vehicle capacity
• Coordinate and communicate with AMP Staff
• Understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Be a positive representative of the Atlanta Music Project in the community

Minimum Requirements 

• 2 years bus driving experience
• Valid CDL Class B with passenger endorsement
• Good driving record and valid auto insurance (Must not have had their drivers license suspended for traffic accidents/violations within the past 3 years; Must not have any at fault accidents in the past 3 years)
• Successful candidate is required to pass criminal background check, drug test and safe driving course
• High School diploma or GED
• Must possess reliable personal transportation

  In addition, the ideal candidate will possess: 

• Experience driving children on buses, preferably school buses or charter buses
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Exemplary dependability and punctuality
• Cheerful personality and comfortable working around children
• Thorough knowledge of City of Atlanta streets and neighborhoods

  Notes: The AMP Van Driver is an hourly, contracted position which is available for an immediate start. Hourly rate is $22.00/hour. The successful candidate must be available Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 7:00pm. To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and professional references to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “AMP Van Driver” no later than Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.    About the Atlanta Music Project  Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides intensive, tuition-free music education for underserved youth right in their neighborhood. AMP’s mission is to empower underserved youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to four after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP's programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also recently launched a college scholarship program supporting AMP alumni pursuing four-year college degrees. With a 2020-2021 annual operating budget of $1.9MM, AMP will serve 350 young musicians.  AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, pianist Terrence Wilson, soprano Alison Buchanan, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and the Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. AMP's young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston.  AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta.  AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation.  AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT

ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR

COLLABORATIVE PIANIST

$54.08/hour, Starting Immediately

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained pianists to join our faculty as Collaborative Pianists. The Collaborative Pianist will accompany the AMP Youth Choirs in rehearsal and performance; accompany AMP Academy students in their solos recitals,  adjudications, and auditions recordings; perform with AMP faculty, guest artists and ensembles in a variety of settings, including chamber music, concertos, collaborative concerts.  AMP will hire multiple Collaborative Pianists to provide coverage for all genres of music. Trained pianists with experience in various musical genres are encouraged to apply, including classical, jazz, improvisation and mainstream music.  The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. These positions report to the relevant Program Manager or Associate. 

About the Atlanta Music Project

Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP's programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. AMP's young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Accompany AMP Youth Choir rehearsals and performances
• Accompany AMP Academy students in solo recitals, adjudications and recorded auditions
• Perform with AMP ensembles, faculty, and guest artists
• Conduct relevant ensemble as requested
• Execute additional artistic and administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music 
• Collaborative Pianist experience
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary music performance ability/experience 
• Exemplary teaching ability/experience 
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Collaborative Pianist is a part-time, hourly ($54.08/hour) position starting immediately. Background check required. AMP program sites are located throughout the 30310 area code. Interviews and teaching auditions will take place at the AMP Center for Performance & Education 883 Dill Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310.

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Collaborative Pianist." Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on a rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Beginner Woodwinds Teaching Artist $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as group lesson teaching artists. The Beginner Woodwinds Teaching Artist will be responsible for teaching our elementary school-aged beginner woodwinds students in a group setting. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Teach beginner woodwinds to AMP after-school orchestra students
• Choose, prepare, and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for group lessons
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders in keeping track of AMP students/ attendance and musical progress
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music (main instrument must be flute or clarinet)
• Experience teaching woodwinds in a classroom or group setting
• Experience working with elementary school-aged students
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Beginner Woodwinds Teaching Artist is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Beginner Woodwinds Teaching Artist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Beginner Brass Teaching Artist $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as group lesson teaching artists. The Beginner Brass Teaching Artist will be responsible for teaching our elementary school-aged beginner brass students in a group setting. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Teach beginner brass to AMP after-school orchestra students
• Choose, prepare, and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for group lessons
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders in keeping track of AMP students/ attendance and musical progress
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music (main instrument must be trumpet, trombone, French horn or tuba)
• Experience teaching brass in a classroom or group setting
• Experience working with elementary school-aged students
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Beginner Brass Orchestra Teaching Artist is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Beginner Brass Orchestra Teaching Artist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Youth Orchestras Woodwinds Coach $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as Youth Orchestras Woodwinds Coach. The Youth Orchestras Woodwinds Coach will be responsible for leading rehearsals for the woodwinds section of the AMP Youth Orchestras. Rehearsals take place on Tuesdays from 6:30pm to 8:00pm and Thursdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Lead rehearsals of the woodwinds sections of the AMP Youth Orchestras
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders and fellow teaching artists to prepare percussion students for concert
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music in flute, clarinet, oboe or bassoon
• Extensive performance experience in symphony orchestras
• Extensive knowledge of standard orchestral repertoire
• Experience coaching youth orchestras, middle or high school ensembles
• Experience working with middle or high school students
• Passion for music as a vehicle to empower youth
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor teenagers
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Youth Orchestras Woodwinds Coach is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Youth Orchestras Percussion Coach” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE: Substitute Teaching Artist

  Statement of Job: The Atlanta Music Project Substitute Teaching Artist is a qualified teaching artist that will be contacted by AMP in the event that a substitute teaching artist in their area of expertise is needed. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Music (completed or in progress) Notes:

• All Instruments including: voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion
• Also accepted are applications for general music, music theory
• All approved substitute must pass a police background and perform a teaching audition
• Pay rate is $50-55/hour

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Beginner Percussion Teaching Artist $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as group lesson teaching artists. The Beginner Percussion Teaching Artist will be responsible for teaching our elementary school-aged beginner percussion students in a group setting. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Teach beginner percussion to AMP after-school orchestra students
• Choose, prepare, and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for group lessons
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders in keeping track of AMP students/ attendance and musical progress
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music
• Experience teaching percussion in a classroom or group setting
• Experience working with elementary school-aged students
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Beginner Percussion Orchestra Teaching Artist is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Beginner Percussion Orchestra Teaching Artist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Beginner OboeTeaching Artist $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as group lesson teaching artists. The Beginner Oboe Teaching Artist will be responsible for teaching our elementary school-aged beginner double bass students in a group setting. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Teach beginner oboe to AMP after-school orchestra students
• Choose, prepare, and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for group lessons
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders in keeping track of AMP students/ attendance and musical progress
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music
• Experience teaching oboe in a classroom or group setting
• Experience working with elementary school-aged students
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Beginner Oboe Orchestra Teaching Artist is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Beginner Oboe Orchestra Teaching Artist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

THE ATLANTA MUSIC PROJECT ANNOUNCES PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR Beginner Double Bass Teaching Artist $50-$65/hour, Starting Immediately NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

Please follow application instructions listed at the end of this job description

Summary of Position

The Atlanta Music Project seeks trained musicians and music educators to join our faculty as group lesson teaching artists. The Beginner Double Bass Teaching Artist will be responsible for teaching our elementary school-aged beginner double bass students in a group setting. The successful candidate will possess an unyielding commitment to empowering youth to realize their possibilities through music. This position reports to the relevant program leader. About the Atlanta Music Project Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides world-class music training supporting youth growth and development. Operating in under-resourced communities, AMP’s mission is to empower youth to realize their possibilities through music. In addition to after-school learning sites providing band, orchestra and choir instruction, AMP’s programs include: the AMP Academy, providing advanced musical training to AMP’s most talented and dedicated students; the AMP Preparatory School for elementary school-aged musicians; the AMP Summer Series, a music festival and school; and the AMP Youth Orchestras and Choirs. AMP also has a college and career program supporting AMP alumni. With a projected 2023-20224 annual operating budget of $2.9MM, AMP will serve over 500 young musicians. AMP music ensembles perform more than 50 concerts annually, performing in venues all across Atlanta, from community centers to the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMP music ensembles have performed alongside international stars such as the Harlem Quartet, electric violinist Lindsey Stirling, cellist Sterling Elliott, operatic baritone Ed Parks, rapper Lecrae, R&B singer Monica, and The Imani Winds. AMP musicians can be seen performing with rapper T.I. on NPR’s Tiny Desk concert series. AMP’s young musicians have successfully auditioned for Georgia All-State ensembles, the Atlanta Opera, and have concertized as far away as Los Angeles, Aspen, Mexico City and Scotland. AMP is a 2019 winner of ArtsATL’s Luminary Award for Arts Education and a 2018 winner of Emory University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. In 2016 and 2017, the White House named AMP one of the top 50 youth arts programs in the nation. AMP’s existence is a direct result of the 2009 TED Prize, which was awarded to Dr. Jose Antonio Abreu, founder of Venezuela’s El Sistema. AMP’s co-founders were members of the Sistema Fellows Program at the New England Conservatory in Boston. AMP’s current and past funders include Carnegie Hall, PwC, Bank of America, the Chick-fil-A Foundation, the Coca-Cola Foundation, Mailchimp, The Zeist Foundation, the Abraham J. & Phyllis Katz Foundation, the Harland Charitable Foundation, the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs, Fulton County Arts Council, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Music Foundation and the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. AMP’s partners and collaborators include the City of Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation, Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton State University, and the Chestnut Family Foundation. AMP is a member of “El Sistema USA,” the National Alliance of El Sistema Inspired Programs. For more information visit http://www.atlantamusicproject.org

Responsibilities:

• Learn, understand and represent the AMP philosophies for uplifting youths, families and communities through the pursuit of musical excellence
• Teach beginner double class to AMP after-school orchestra students
• Choose, prepare, and/or arrange appropriate repertoire for group lessons
• Coordinate and cooperate with the program leaders in keeping track of AMP students/ attendance and musical progress
• Execute additional administrative tasks as necessary

Ideal candidate will possess:

• A Bachelor of Music
• Experience teaching strings in a classroom or group setting
• Experience working with elementary school-aged students
• Passion for music as a vehicle for positive social change
• Experience working (music-related or other) with disadvantaged, urban/rural youth
• Exemplary teaching ability (group lesson experience a plus)
• Ability to inspire, work with and mentor youths ages 6 and up
• Excellent inter-personal skills and be comfortable working in a team
• Ability to adapt, be flexible and have a sense of humor

Notes: The Beginner Double Bass Orchestra Teaching Artist is a part-time, hourly ($50 to $65/hour commensurate with experience) position starting in August 2023. Background check required. . 

To Apply

Email resume to jobs@atlantamusicproject.org with subject “Beginner Double Bass Orchestra Teaching Artist” no later than August 18, 2023. Interviews and teaching auditions will be held on rolling basis. This position may be filled prior to the application deadline. It is the policy of the Atlanta Music Project not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.