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  • Receptionist
    Receptionist
    11 days ago
    $18–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    NYC Violin Studio (Chelsea) Part-Time Receptionist with Room to Grow NYC Violin Studio is a warm, independent music studio in the heart of Chelsea, and we're looking for a genuinely personable, organized, and reliable person to be the friendly face of our front desk and the right hand to our owner. Our students are mostly adults pursuing a lifelong dream of learning the violin, and the person at our front desk plays a real part in making that experience feel welcoming and encouraging. If your happy place is in interacting with artistic people, love a creative and community-driven environment, and take pride in keeping things running smoothly, you'll fit right in here. What you’ll do: Greet incoming students and mark attendance Ensure private students are scheduled out for their next 4–8 weeks of lessons (in Acuity Scheduling) Ensure group class students are booked out at least 4 weeks ahead so group classes stay full Print music for group classes, and for private teachers as needed Schedule and reschedule students as needed so their progress stays consistent Answer lesson inquiries from walk-ins, email, text, and phone, and sign up new students Light retail duties - ring up students occasionally for retail items Promote social events and special classes to students in person Collect cash and card payments for lessons and merchandise Contact past students to schedule them for more lessons Provide light support to the owner — organizing, following up, keeping things on track Occasionally lend a hand with our websites and tools (we use Kajabi) Keep the studio tidy and welcoming (light cleaning, tidying) As the role grows, you may help with ordering and restocking retail items The main purpose of your job is to keep the classes and private teacher’s schedules full, so that the studio remains productive and viable for all. Who you are Warm, personable, and genuinely enjoys connecting with people. If people often ask you why you’re always smiling, you’ll fit in great here Experienced and dependable. You are the lynchpin of communications. Reliability is everything. Organized and detail-oriented, able to keep track of many small things Comfortable with computers and apps, and a quick, willing learner. We use tools like Acuity, Kajabi, and Canva, and we're always happy to walk you through anything Excellent communicator, in person and in writing, with staff and clients Self-directed and proactive, with a habit of looking ahead and flagging things early A love of music, the arts, or small independent businesses is a real plus Being able to read at least some sheet music is a plus, but not a requisite Schedule Mon 3–9pm (5.25 - 5.5 hrs w/ meal break) Tue 3–9pm (5.25 - 5.5 hrs w/ meal break) Wed 3-9pm (5.25 - 5.5 hrs w/ meal break) Thur 3-9pm (5.25 - 5.5 hrs w/ meal break) Saturdays 10am–5pm (6.25 - 6.5 hrs w/ meal break) Total weekly hours 27.25-28.5 Plus occasional Sundays (roughly 4–6 times a year) for studio events. When You Would Start: Immediately. Pay & benefits $18–25/hour, based on relevant experience Raise schedule as follows: First 2 weeks: Training Rate Up through 3 months from start date: Performance review and raise as appropriate Up through 6 months from start date: Performance review and raise as appropriate At the 2 year mark: Performance review and raise as appropriate Annual performance review and raise potential. Paid sick leave (1 hr for every 30 hrs worked, capped at 40) Unpaid sick leave (32 hours) Paid time off (1 week) Unpaid time off (1 week) W2 employment Additional Perks: Free access to all our group classes as long as your post is covered. Use of our practice rooms during off-hours Access to a large library of paid sheet music resources Staff discount on retail If you are a musician, Gig referrals and opportunities to pick up extra paid work If you're a musician who teaches an instrument an instrument other than a string instrument or piano, you're welcome to keep any student leads that come your way Room to Grow: This position has potential for growth. You will be starting off as a part-time Receptionist. If all goes well, your position will grow in hours, and eventually lead to a new manager position. As Studio Manager, you'd take on more ownership of the studio's daily operations — overseeing staff scheduling and retail ordering, coordinating with our teaching staff, and helping keep everything running so the studio can keep growing. It's a role for someone who wants to grow with us and eventually run the day-to-day. About Me: My name is Antoinette, and I own and run the studio. I have a some administrative staff, and several teachers. We previously had two part time receptionists. One graduated school and the other just got his dream job managing an orchestra at a university. I am shifting gears a bit and changing this role to being held by just one person with all the hours. Any shifts you need to miss due to vacation, personal days or illness, I will cover personally. I have been teaching violin for 15+ years and I have grown the studio from just myself, up to one other teacher, up to a total of 11 employees. We are currently going through a seasonal shift, coming out of summer and into the new school year. When I interview you, I will make sure not only that you are qualified, but that this role and salary are a good fit for you. It’s important to me that you feel satisfied with your role and that this job is contributing to your well-being in life. Our clients are warm, friendly people, and I would personally love to do this job myself, and would do this job if I weren’t teaching. In exchange for a warm work environment , all I really need is for you to be reliable with the schedule, be present 95% of the time. The rest, I can train you on. To apply Send a short note telling us a bit about yourself and why this role speaks to you, along with your résumé. We read every application and reply to candidates who feel like a strong fit.

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  • Middle School After School Group Leader
    Middle School After School Group Leader
    19 days ago
    $20 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    ABOUT US: Established in 1917, YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish community center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational and social services programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y! ABOUT THE SCHOOLS: P.S. 173 Middle School serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The program is focused on leadership, STEM and academics with students in the sixth to eighth grade. Students engage in beat building, sports, theater, LitMentors, art and cooking. School in the Square Middle serves the Washington Heights and Inwood communities where they support their students, families, and educators to support and celebrate each other's success. They specialize in personalized learning, real world lessons, democratic living, and setting students up for success through strategic advisory, academic perseverance, SEL Learning, college prep, and many other community-unique support systems. P.S. 187 Hudson Cliffs services grades K-8th Grade. Opened since 1929, P.S. 187 “Strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community”. Columbia Secondary School is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused public school that serves students in the sixth through tenth grades. The program is focused on leadership, STEM, Social-Emotional Learning, community service, and academics. Students engage in weekly hikes, gardening initiatives, STEM activities, job shadowing, and college readiness programs. POSITION OVERVIEW: Group Leaders are responsible for academic tutoring and assisting lead instructors in preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in STEM, leadership, sports and the arts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students., • Organize, lead, and promote the students’ interest and participation in the activities offered by you or the program., • Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health., • Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students., • Always conducting yourself professionally and maintaining appropriate boundaries., • Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order among the students., • Maintain effective classroom management that encourages full participation and student growth., • Closely coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for any programmatic changes or any other issues or concerns., • Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, program improvement, and professional development training throughout the school year. COMPENSATION: • Work paid at $20 an hour., • Employees who are approved and assigned to teach classes will receive the Teaching Artist hourly rate of $21 an hour for the hours they are actively teaching. All non-instructional hours will be compensated at the employee's regular position rate of $20 an hour. POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: • Part-time position., • Available Monday-Friday from 1:30 pm - 6pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility., • School in the Square is Monday-Friday from 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Work is performed in a typical school environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Genuine interest in working with culturally diverse 6th-8th Grade students, and able to promote positive character development., • Strong academic skills and knowledge of New York state standards and test preparation., • A sincere desire to effect positive social and academic change in the lives of NYC youth., • Well-organized, reliable, and punctual., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team., • Comfortable to learn and model universal Jewish values while working in and with a large, diverse population. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be at least 18 years old., • High school diploma., • Experience in running activities with Middle School (6th- 8th) grade students with different learning abilities., • Has some experience in writing lesson plans and leading 45-60 minute educational activities for youth., • Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events in school and for other YM & YWHA programs. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s, Associate, or degree in progress., • Experience using a positive youth development model., • CPR certified., • Teaching Artist- Must have background in teaching or leading an activity. WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE: • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S., • Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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  • Elementary After School Group Leader
    Elementary After School Group Leader
    21 days ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    ABOUT US: Established in 1917, YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish community center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational and social services programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y! ABOUT THE SCHOOLS: P.S. 173 Elementary serves recent arrivals from Spanish-speaking countries. The program is focused on leadership, STEM and academics with students in the sixth to eighth grade. Students engage in beat building, sports, theater, LitMentors, art and cooking. P.S. 187 Hudson Cliffs services grades K-8th Grade. Established in 1929, P.S. 187 “Strives to nurture diverse learners who challenge themselves academically, think critically, and actively participate in their community”. P.S. 178 The Professor Juan Bosch School is an unzoned K–5 public school in Upper Manhattan serving a close-knit and diverse community of learners. The school offers Dual Language instruction and inclusive programming, including an ASD Nest Program, and is grounded in the values of nurture, community, and academic rigor. POSITION OVERVIEW: Group Leaders are responsible for academic tutoring and assisting lead instructors in preparing students to demonstrate newly acquired skills in STEM, leadership, sports and the arts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Provide academic support, homework guidance, assistance, and supervision to students., • Organize, lead, and promote the students’ interest and participation in the activities offered by you or the program., • Supervise groups of students while maintaining their physical and emotional safety and health., • Foster an atmosphere of fun and learning, and serve as a role model to students., • Always conducting yourself professionally and maintaining appropriate boundaries., • Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for maintaining order among the students., • Maintain effective classroom management that encourages full participation and student growth., • Closely coordinate with the Program Director and coworkers for any programmatic changes or any other issues or concerns., • Participate in staff meetings, program evaluations, program improvement, and professional development training throughout the school year. COMPENSATION: • Work paid at $20 an hour., • Employees who are approved and assigned to teach classes will receive the Teaching Artist hourly rate of $21 an hour for the hours they are actively teaching. All non-instructional hours will be compensated at the employee's regular position rate of $20 an hour. POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: • Part-time position., • Available Monday-Friday from 1:30 pm - 6 pm (15-20 hours per week) with room for flexibility. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Work is performed in a typical school environment. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Genuine interest in working with culturally diverse Kindergarten- 5th Grade students, and able to promote positive character development., • Strong academic skills and knowledge of New York state standards and test preparation., • A sincere desire to effect positive social and academic change in the lives of NYC youth., • Well-organized, reliable, and punctual., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team., • Comfortable to learn and model universal Jewish values while working in and with a large, diverse population. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: • Must be at least 18 years old., • High school diploma., • Experience in running activities with Elementary (K- 5th) grade students with different learning abilities., • Has some experience in writing lesson plans and leading 45-60 minute educational activities for youth., • Must be able to attend student engagement trips and assist hosting student events in school and for other YM & YWHA programs. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s, Associate, or degree in progress., • Experience using a positive youth development model, • CPR certified., • Teaching Artist - Background in teaching or leading an activity. WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE: • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S., • Must pass the background check, medical exams, fingerprinting and other requirements of the Department of Health (DOH), Department of Education (DOE), and Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD). This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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