Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities (YEAH!)

Program Manager

Youth Empowerment through Arts and Humanities (YEAH!)

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Job Summary

YEAH! prioritizes collaboration over competition and encourages participants to explore themselves and the world around them, fostering community development in and outside of YEAH! We value diversity and actively reach out to underrepresented populations, including non-English speaking, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, and Title 1 public school communities in Middle Tennessee. We seek applicants who reflect the communities we serve and aim to empower.

We are looking for a creative, proactive Program Manager experienced in teaching youth instrumental and industry-related skills in a fun, technically proficient, and social justice-driven format. The ideal candidate will excel in managing multiple program administration and execution tasks while being accessible and supportive to a diverse audience of artists. This full-time, flexible position involves overseeing in-person and virtual programs, promoting youth and volunteer enrollment, designing and instructing curriculum, engaging with the community, and supporting fundraising efforts.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as YEAH!’s spokesperson, leading community outreach and strategic alliances.
  • Develop, deliver, and oversee music education curriculums.
  • Integrate life skills, arts & activism, anti-racism, pro-inclusivity, and other social justice topics into curriculum design and instruction.
  • Recruit and communicate with prospective participants and families.
  • Assist in program promotion and communication with prospective and registered participants. 
  • Establish and oversee facility and partnership opportunities.
  • Recruit, hire, train, and supervise instructors, volunteers, performers, and Jr. Counselors.
  • Lead program sessions, discussions, and showcase performances.
  • Handle gear storage, inventory, maintenance, transport, setup, and breakdown.
  • Assist with setup, production, and breakdown for programs and showcase performances.
  • Report on progress towards goals weekly.
  • Manage databases, budgets, and instructor documents.
  • Lead strategic planning and evaluation processes.
  • Assist in developing short-term and long-term fundraising efforts and sponsorship partnerships.

Qualifications

  • Experience playing instruments, managing bands, and performing.
  • In-person and virtual youth music education for ages 6-17.
  • Knowledge of music appreciation, history, and cultural influences.
  • Team training and project management for youth and adults.
  • Ability to lead discussions on inequity, anti-oppression, self-esteem, social justice, and youth topics.
  • Strong communication and community-building skills.
  • Proficiency in Google Suite, virtual platforms, and social media.

Additional Information

Benefits

YEAH! does not provide medical benefits at this time.

How to Apply

If you have the educational and administrative experience above and are passionate about music, youth empowerment, and community building, we encourage you to apply. Please email all of the following to Mariela Moscoso at director@yeahrocks.org: your resume, cover letter, three references, and any relevant samples.

Join us in shaping the youth arts programming landscape and impacting countless lives in Middle Tennessee! For more details on our organization, visit www.yeahrocks.org.

Details

  • Date Posted: August 8, 2024
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Administrative
  • Service Area: Arts / Culture
  • Start Date: 09/09/2024
  • Salary Range: $40,000
  • Working Hours: Hybrid & Flexible