KidSingers Instructor
KidSingers introduces kindergarten students to the basic fundamentals of music through song, dance, and play. Classes are inspired by the Kodály philosophy of music education; musical concepts are prepared through songs, games, and dances; presented when the students are ready; and practiced throughout this eight-week course. The KidSingers instructor will have access to a large collection of folk songs, as well, and the Artistic Director of Anima – Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus for guidance, while also having the autonomy to choose their own repertoire.
KidSingers runs three eight-week sessions throughout the program year – Fall, Winter, and Spring. Each session culminates in a recital that is held on the last class of each session. Families can choose between the KidSingers Blue (classes on Mondays) and KidSingers Green (classes on Thursdays). All classes are from 4:30-5:15 p.m. and are currently held at the Main St. Recreation Center (501 Hill Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL). Candidates can apply to teach one or both days of the week depending on individual availability.
Job Responsibilities
Instruct the youngest singers at Anima – Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus to find their individual singing voice and learn the foundations of rhythm, tonality, and musicality. Concepts include, but are not limited to, high/low, loud/soft, fast/slow, big beat/little beat, etc.
Plan engaging lessons that are fun and pedagogically and age appropriate. Support from Anima’s Artistic Director will be available to KidSingers instructors.
Recruit singers to continue in KidSingers or graduate to Prep Chorus. Work closely with Anima’s Manager of Student and Family Engagement to develop strong relationships with families.
Qualifications
The perfect candidate for this position is an individual who loves teaching primary children to love music. Whether you are a future music educator who is pursuing a degree, a current music teacher, or a singer who loves making music with young people, we want to hear from you!
Compensation is commensurate based on qualifications and experience. KidSingers instructors are paid an hourly rate that accounts for teaching and planning time.
Interested in applying?
Please send your resume to evan@animasingers.org for consideration. If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us at 630-858-2471.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Anima – Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus is an equal opportunity employer. Anima – Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, age, medical condition, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or employment in, its programs and activities.
About Us
Anima – Glen Ellyn Children’s Chorus empowers young people to experience the joy of singing together and discover their own potential through personal and collective excellence. Founded in 1964, Anima is an internationally renowned leader in youth choruses in North America and has received numerous accolades and awards for performance excellence. Anima – GECC serves young singers from kindergarten through high school in a variety of ensembles and programs, and Anima choruses are regularly invited to perform with professional organizations such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Grant Park Music Festival, and the Lyric Opera of Chicago.