Artistic Director Job at 18 Degrees Family Services for Western Massachusetts, Pittsfield, MA

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  • 18 Degrees Family Services for Western Massachusetts
  • Pittsfield, MA

Job Description

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – join us on our journey into a new day ! At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community. 

The Artistic Director is a unique position that combines the best of music instruction and pedagogy with a passion for helping students and families through a social justice lens. Looking for a strong leader, a proactive individual that believes in the transformative power of music for positive social change. This El Sistema inspired music program is on site at two elementary schools, Pittsfield and North Adams. This position will support musical and social emotional skill development of students, coordinate needs of families, provide staff leadership, support all aspects of program oversite, administration, and program development. The right candidate must have strong public speaking skills and the ability to connect with others across a variety of domains from professional musicians, students and families to donors and community

Key Responsibilities of K4H program including:

  • Maintaining positive, structured learning environment and coordinating student concerts and performances.
  • Committing to serving diverse student populations with a focus on musical excellence, student well-being and family support.
  • Engaging with donors & supporters, including school personnel, promoting the value of the program and the mission of the agency.
  • Managing program staff, volunteers, and interns; and participate in agency meetings, projects and events.
  • Overseeing program development and community partnerships, as well as regional, national, and international opportunities.
  • Identifying and pursuing musical opportunities for students and supporting families.
  • Comply with grant objectives, organize data to tell the program’s story effectively and manage all aspects of finances and budget
  • Strong knowledge of standard music pedagogy; excellent musicianship and demonstrated skills as a music educator/performer; experience leading and conducting ensembles. 

Bachelors required; Masters preferred. Multicultural/multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or email pmcdermott@18 degreesma.org. Visit our website at  AA/EOE

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