"Upper School Chorus Assistant"

Upper School Chorus Assistant

Bank Street School for Children (BSC) - Children's Programs

Pay Rate: $70 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Help set up the display and audio systems, piano in preparation for the rehearsals 5-10 minutes before the start of the rehearsals.
• Prepare and study the materials prior to rehearsals, including learning the vocal and accompaniment parts. The assistant is expected to be able to lead, demonstrate and conduct the vocal parts to the assigned groups.
• Work closely with the teaching team to maintain students' performance and behaviors during the rehearsals.
• Attend all dress rehearsals and performances and rehearse with solos if applicable.

2025-26 Rehearsal and Concert Dates

Weekly rehearsals (45 minutes each per week)

• 11/12s Chorus
• 12/13s & 13/14s Chorus (Senior Chorus)

Dress Rehearsals and Performances:

• Winter Concert Dress Rehearsals: - Senior Chorus: January 13th - Time TBD
• - 11/12s Chorus: January 27th - Time TBD
• 2 Winter Concert performances:- Senior Chorus: January 14th 1:30pm & 6:30pm
• - 11/12s Chorus: January 28th 1:30pm & 6:30pm
• Spring Concert Dress Rehearsal: - Senior Chorus: May 14th - Time TBD
• - 11/12s Chorus: May 27th - Time TBD
• 2 Winter Concert performances:- Senior Chorus: May 15th 1:30pm & 6:30pm
• - 11/12s Chorus: May 28th 1:30pm & 6:30pm

Qualifications:

• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Preferred experience in music performance (instrumental and vocal) with school-age children.
• Preferred experience in youth music programming. Ability to assist in rehearsals, sectionals and concert preparation.
• Willingness to collaborate as part of a team and develop skills in working with individual children and small groups.