We are seeking an energetic and passionate Youth Music Director to inspire and lead young musicians in a vibrant, creative, church environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the musical experiences of children and adolescents (ages 5-18), fostering their artistic growth and love for music, with a focus on social justice. The ideal candidate will bring a dynamic approach to curriculum development, teaching, and classroom management, ensuring every participant feels motivated, supported, and empowered through engaging musical activities.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive music curricula for weekly rehearsals tailored for youth of various ages, including early childhood and preschool levels.
- Lead engaging music classes that incorporate singing, instrument playing, movement, and improvisation to enhance musical understanding.
- Manage classroom environments effectively, maintaining positive behavior and encouraging participation among diverse groups of children.
- Assist the Director of Arts-Based Youth Ministry on Sunday mornings with creative activities and classroom management.
- Collaborate with staff and volunteers to plan, lead, and develop age-appropriate youth special events, including the annual Christmas Pageant and intergenerational worship services.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, and community partners to support students’ artistic development and coordinate special projects such as theater productions or dance performances.
- Maintain clear, consistent, and appropriate communication with church staff and the congregation at large.
- Consistent availability for Youth Group Wednesday evenings (5:30 pm - 7 pm) and Faith Formation Sunday mornings (9 am-11 am) from September - June
Expected scheduled hours include:
- Teaching and facilitating Youth Group on Wednesdays from 5:30–7:00 pm
- Supporting Faith Formation on Sundays from 9:00–11:00 am
- Providing an additional 6–8 hours per week of administrative, event-planning, communication, and program support
Skills
- Experience with and passion for working with children and teens
- Experience teaching music to students of all ages and levels
- Experience incorporating community engagement or social justice programming preferred
- Ability to adapt teaching strategies for students with special needs or unique learning styles.
- Passion for working with youth and a commitment to nurturing their creative talents through engaging activities. Join us in inspiring the next generation of artists! This paid role offers a rewarding chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in education, social justice, and the arts within a lively community setting.
Compensation: $35/hour for Youth Group teaching and facilitation on Wednesday evenings and $18/hour for Faith Formation support, administrative responsibilities, event coordination, and ministry support work.
This position runs September through June. Hours may vary based on seasonal programming needs.
**Please submit a resume and a cover letter letting us know why you are a good fit for the position.**
About MCC
MCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ. We genuinely welcome everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. Most areas of the building are universally accessible; the Church School wing is accessible by portable ramps present in the building.
Pay: $8,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Why do you feel you'd be a good fit for this position?
Work Location: In person
