St. John's Prep · 1 month ago
Music Program Provider
St. John's Prep is an inclusive, Catholic school dedicated to educating young men. They are seeking a Music Program Provider responsible for designing and delivering engaging music sessions for young campers, focusing on developmental appropriateness and joy in music exploration.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Design and deliver fun, engaging, and developmentally appropriate music sessions for campers in Pre-K and Grades K–1
Lead interactive 40-minute music sessions using age-appropriate methods such as call-and-response songs, rhythm games, movement activities, and simple instruments
Tailor musical content to the attention spans, motor skills, and energy levels of young children
Create predictable routines and clear behavioral expectations to help campers feel secure and confident
Effectively manage transitions and group behavior
Set up and clean up musical instruments and props each day, ensuring everything is safe, sanitized, and ready for use
Partner with counselors to support camper needs during sessions
Communicate observations or concerns to the Division Leader or Camp Administrator as appropriate
Contribute to a joyful camp environment by using music to support weekly themes, camp events, and morning gatherings
Serve as a positive role model through enthusiasm, patience, and kindness
Qualification
Required
Experience leading music or movement-based programs with preschool or early elementary-aged children in a camp, school, daycare, or community setting
Strong singing voice, sense of rhythm, and comfort leading group songs and movement activities
Ability to manage young groups with warmth, energy, and clarity
Current First Aid and CPR certifications required (training available if needed)
Standing/sitting for long periods of time
Bending, lifting, pushing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stooping
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to reach at and above shoulder height to access higher areas of equipment, etc
Must be capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone
Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, and using computer keyboard, educational tools, play equipment, and perform first aid and CPR
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception
Preferred
Background in Music Education, Early Childhood Education, or related field preferred
Familiarity with common early childhood songs, fingerplays, and classroom instruments