Job Description:
The META project coordinator will oversee the Music Educator and Teaching Artists (META) Fellowship at Berklee City Music (BCM). META @ Berklee is a unique learning community which brings together music educators and teaching artists in Massachusetts to enhance music education pathways for youth. META @ Berklee seeks to develop stronger connections between music educators and teaching artists, and increase awareness of the resources available in MA to benefit the youth they serve.
The META coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting music educators in MA through the following key responsibilities:
Fellowship management:
Plan and develop meetings, events and communications for the META fellowship.
Collaborate with BCM managers to set procedures, policies and processes for the META Fellowship @ Berklee.
Contribute to reports for internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate with BCM META steering committee and with practitioners to develop and implement training sessions
Conduct site visits and provide oversight related to partner site compliance
Provide regular updates to BCM Steering Committee
Community outreach:
Promote the establishment of and manage reciprocal partnerships with youth music organizations, schools and nonprofits in MA
Communicate regularly with music organizations, schools and nonprofits
Work with BCM Steering Committee to develop monthly newsletters
Work with Berklee PULSE manager to publish META resources and news
Engage and communicate regularly with the META alumni community
Career Development Advisement and Fellow Support:
Advise and orient fellows regarding professional development opportunities
Establish rapport with and communicate regularly with fellows
Work individually with fellows to create a work plan to reach META personal goals
Provide feedback and recommend appropriate action
Ensure compliance with established program guidelines and procedures
Qualifications/Skills
Desire and ability to work with music educators and teaching artist with diverse backgrounds and levels of experience
Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
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Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
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