SLAM! Program Coordinator
About SLAM!
SLAM! Program Los Angeles, a project of Community Partners, engages a network of passionate college student volunteers to teach after-school music classes in underserved middle and high schools, filling the critical voids left by underfunded or nonexistent music programs. Through accessible, engaging, and tuition-free instruction, SLAM! develops instrumental skills, theoretical expertise, and musical camaraderie among young people. Our comprehensive program offers a variety of classes at each partner school, including Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Voice, and Rock Band, each enthusiastically implemented by a college volunteer instructor.
Core Values
Self-Esteem: The arts build community, which directly enhances students' self-esteem. Learning: Learning music is not a privilege, but a necessity for a well-rounded education. Access: Every student deserves access to quality and affordable music instruction. Musical Expression: Students need a voice that transcends language and dialect. We believe that a strong student-teacher relationship has the power to change lives.
Program Coordinator Job Description
The Program Coordinator is a part-time role (15 hours/week) that manages all school programs under one of our university chapters throughout the academic year. Program Coordinators are responsible for all aspects of program implementation at three or four of SLAM!'s partner sites and serve 3 key constituencies: college student volunteers, middle and high school program participants, and school administration. Program Coordinator responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
To provide overall leadership for the implementation of a SLAM! Program at each partner site on the basis of our vision, mission, and philosophy To manage the recruitment, enrollment, and attendance tracking of SLAM! middle and high school student participants To assist in the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of SLAM! college volunteers To supervise and coach SLAM! volunteer instructors while on site To observe, assess, and offer feedback to SLAM! volunteers and develop their ability to effectively engage and connect with students in an after school setting To ensure that SLAM! volunteers understand and comply with district and school-specific policies and procedures To collect and maintain required Volunteer and Student Participant paperwork To substitute teach for any absent SLAM! volunteers during programming To monitor program metrics and track student and volunteer evaluation data To hold regular meetings with internal constituents (Regional SLAM! staff and volunteers) as well as external constituents (School-based staff and administration) To maintain and oversee the SLAM! equipment inventory at each site To allocate each site's budget for volunteer appreciation and supply purchases To coordinate a Final Showcase at the end of each programming session Work Schedule
Must be available to work Monday - Friday from 2:30 - 5:30PM throughout the academic year (schedule subject to change) Willing to work evenings and weekends (on occasion) Additional responsibilities outside of these hours may be required Qualifications
Candidates must have the following:
An undergraduate degree in Education, Music, Arts Administration, or similar field and/or equivalent experience Experience teaching classes in any or all of the following – Piano, Guitar, Percussion, Songwriting, Vocals, Music Production, or Rock Band Experience delivering K-12 education (either as a classroom teacher or in some other capacity – tutor, after school instructor, etc.) Experience interacting with diverse communities and integrating into an existing school community Strong interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task Excellent organizational skills, computer savvy and ability to do paperwork Must present proof of negative Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux) dated within 6 months prior to beginning employment Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment Must have reliable transportation The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following
Supervisory experience in Education, Arts Admin, Recreation or related field Familiarity with Los Angeles schools, administration, and policies Familiarity with quality criteria for after school programs California Teaching Credential Exposure to or interest in social entrepreneurship or community organizing Bilingual Spanish/English is a huge plus Compensation is DOE. SLAM! Program Los Angeles, a fiscally sponsored project of Community Partners, is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visitwww.slamprogram.org http://www.slamprogram.org/.
To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to Jobs(at)slamprogram(dot)org. Applications accepted until position is filled.
