NEWS

You may have heard the great news from Governor Kotek’s office announcing the statewide expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The announcement means that the state will work toward its goal to make books from the program available to all children ages 0-5 in every Oregon county, and the state will fund one-half (50%) of the book fees moving forward.

YES is SO EXCITED that all children in Oregon will now have access to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

In Yamhill County, YES has been the local program partner since 2013. We have mailed over 600,000 books to almost 10,000 children in the last 11 years.

The Dolly Parton Imagination Library model requires a local program partner for the program to be available in the area. These 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations create meaningful partnerships with local hospitals, libraries, preschools, and various community resources to grow the Imagination Library program and its impact. Additionally, local program partners are responsible for the remaining one-half (50%) of the cost of Imagination Library books in their assigned county. 

After School Orchestra Site Director
McMinnville, Oregon 

Hours: Up to 22 total hours per week, following the school district calendar, program and site meetings, and occasional evenings or weekends for performances, 10 months per year
Reports to: JOY Program Director, YES Executive Director
Desired Start Date: August 2024
Wage: Up to $35 an hour
Opened until filled

No TSPC Licensure required

Organization Overview
The Junior Orchestra of Yamhill County (JOY) is a collaborative project of the Yamhill Enrichment Society (YES), a 501(3)c organization dedicated to transforming the lives of Yamhill County youth by providing access to music and literacy enrichment. JOY is an El Sistema member organization, which is aimed towards using music as a tool for social change. JOY is committed to supporting the growth of curricular strings programs in Yamhill County.

The mission of JOY is to transform the lives of underserved youth in Yamhill County through high-caliber, intensive orchestral music instruction through emphasizing teamwork and collaboration, promoting student creativity, and engaging the community. JOY is currently operating in the Newberg and McMinnville School Districts. The program consists of In-School programming for kindergarten and first grade students during their general music classes and After-School orchestras for grades 2-5. JOY is currently growing and is adding offerings by grade level at each school.

Position Overview
Functions and responsibilities may include the following and are subject to review and revision. The JOY Site Director is the onsite lead position for the JOY program within a school building. The position consists of both teaching and administrative components. Teaching roles include the lead Teaching Artist for the After- School Orchestra program, co- teaching with the district general music specialist for the In-school program for Kinder and First grade and administrative duties associated with the Site Director position. This position requires flexibility as responsibilities may change from week to week, season to season.

Admin:
Communications and relationship management with building principal, staff, and school community
Curriculum and lesson planning for in school and after school programs

• Communications and relationship management with building principal, staff, and school community
• Curriculum and lesson planning for in school and after school programs
• Parent communication including registration and registration fees, rental agreements, flyers for concerts and program announcements
• Attendance tracking and data management
• Update building music and instrument inventory and instrument repairs (inputting and uploading information to data bases)
• Onboarding of new teaching artists, hiring and on boarding of teaching assistants Communication with Program Director, Executive Director, Board of Directors
• Attending training meetings and collaboration opportunities
• Schedule, coordinate, and attend concerts (including set up, supervision of students, etc.)
• Work with Parent group, attend parent meetings
• Coordinate building supply orders with PD
• Welcoming guest artists and volunteers into the program
• Fundraising – set goals for the school community, coordinate, process and handle money

Teaching:

• Curriculum implementation and revisions to meet student levels and share age-appropriate lessons
• Communication with parents, Teaching Artists, JOY Program Director
• Age-appropriate classroom management systems and implementation
  Instrument repair, concert planning and conducting, parent communications, attendance tracking

Schedule
JOY follows the school district calendar from late August-June with performances throughout the year. The Site Director position hours will grow with the program eventually becoming a full time, on average, 35 hours a week in future years.

Classes:
K-1: We work with the local school districts to determine the JOY in-school K-1 instructional schedule. Each week, TAs meet with K-1 students during one of the general music times for 30 minutes. The district’s general music teacher is also present to help with classroom management and student engagement. Hours are determined after enrollment and school schedules are set/confirmed in the fall.
After School Orchestra: Students have chosen to learn the violin, viola, or cello. There will be up to three levels of orchestra that meet over four days each week.

Growth:
Year 1 (2024-2025): Up to 22 hours a week with K-1, after school orchestra, and admin time.

Year 2 (2025-2026): Up to 30 hours a week with K-1, after school orchestra, and admin time.

Year 3 (2026-2027 and beyond): Up to 35 hours a week with K-1, after school orchestra, and admin time.

The weekly number of hours grows annually, as more grades are added to the program.

As part of onboarding and prep, JOY Staff take part in training days before the start of the academic year in August. Additional hours may be available or added based on program needs. Examples include staff and student recruiting, summer camp, concerts, public performances, fundraisers, and special events. Additional hours may be added based on opportunities for professional development through El Sistema USA, OR-ASTA, and other state and national music education organizations may be provided. Future school years may include additional grade levels and hours.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

• Completed undergraduate degree in music discipline (music education preferred)
• Demonstrated mastery of your primary instrument.
• Ability to teach foundational violin skills in both group and individual settings.
• Passion for impacting students’ lives through music, especially primary age students and underserved youth.
• Ability to work well in a racially and culturally diverse community.
• Commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere with evident mutual respect for students, parents/guardians, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Effective and equity-driven classroom management.
• Prior experience teaching school-age, elementary children.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Creativity and excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to work well on a team and collaboratively-minded.
• Punctuality, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.
• Attendance at August meetings.
• Must pass a Newberg and McMinnville School District background check

Preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish and English)
• Basic knowledge of lower string (cello) posture and technique.
• Masters degree in music education or other music related field
• Two years teaching experience (applied studio, group/classroom instruction, or both)
• Suzuki (or comparable) Method Certification and/or training.
• Conducting experience, especially with beginning ensembles.

To Apply

Please submit the following electronically to JOY Program Director Amy Brunner (amy@yamhillenrichmentsociety.org)

• Resume and cover letter
• Contact Information and Names of 3 professional references
• Performance sample on your primary instrument.

Guidelines for theperformance sample are indicated below.

• Please keep Performance Sample video a maximum of 10 minutes in length and minimum of 3 minutes.
• Clips need to have been recorded within the last 12 months to be considered valid submissions.
• One selection must be a work by Johann Sebastian Bach (excerpts-repeats omitted-are fine)
• One selection of your choice preferably in a contrasting style (popular, jazz, folk, contemporary, etc…)
• Include with your performance clip submission the title and composer of your selection.
• Candidate’s video must be of professional quality. The performer and their instrument must be clearly seen and audible. Do not record in a space where a TV/phone/computer/device is on and can be heard– your submission may be disregarded if this is the case.
• Accompanists are not required for this video submission.
  Please upload videos to YouTube (unpublished) and submit links with your materials.

Finalists may be asked to demonstrate a sample lesson with students for observation.

Work Setting
This job is primarily performed in a classroom environment where most of the time will require ambulating around the room. There is some stationary (desk) work when needed or for at-home planning; regular computer work and work with other office equipment; regular communication with teachers, staff and students, and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 40-45 pounds.

Yamhill Enrichment Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value, honor and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our employment and education programs. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are enthusiastically encouraged to apply.

JOY After School Orchestra
Violin, Viola or Cello Teaching Artist

Edwards Elementary School
Newberg, Oregon

Hours (Part Time Contracted): Up to 14 total hours per week, 4 days a week for the school year with additional time for program and site meetings, and occasional evenings or weekends for performances

Reports to: JOY Program Director, JOY Site Director (Edwards Elementary)

Desired Start Date: August 2024

Pay Rate:  Up to $35 per hour teaching and up to $20 per hour admin rate

Opened until filled

No TSPC Licensure required

Organization Overview
The Junior Orchestra of Yamhill County (JOY) is a collaborative project of the Yamhill Enrichment Society (YES), a 501(3)c organization dedicated to transforming the lives of Yamhill County youth by providing access to music and literacy enrichment. JOY is an El Sistema member organization, which is aimed towards using music as a tool for social change. JOY is committed to supporting the growth of curricular strings programs in Yamhill County.  

The mission of JOY is to transform the lives of underserved youth in Yamhill County through high-caliber, intensive orchestral music instruction through emphasizing teamwork and collaboration, promoting student creativity, and engaging the community. JOY is currently operating in the Newberg and McMinnville School Districts. The program consists of In-School programming for kindergarten and first grade students during their general music classes and After-School orchestras for grades 2-5. JOY is currently growing and is adding offerings by grade level at each school. 

Position Overview
Functions and responsibilities may include the following and are subject to review. 

The JOY Teaching Artist’s (TA) primary responsibility will be to lead and co-teach rehearsals in the After-School orchestra program. Collaborating with other members of the instructional team, the TA will be directly involved in developing, implementing, and carrying out the curriculum and defined teaching objectives at the guidance of the Edwards Site Director. As a TA, the candidate must be able to demonstrate proficient performance technique, communication skills, and equitable classroom management strategies. Knowledge of orchestral instrumental performance and pedagogical practices and their implementation are a must.

As TA, the candidate would be working with violin, viola, and cello students in grades 2-5 on basic string and orchestra technique and providing specialized feedback and assistance with your main instrument to students in both group rehearsal, sectionals, and the occasional one-on-one lessons. The ideal candidate would demonstrate proficiency in teaching and playing the violin, viola, or cello. TAs are also expected to participate in and lead concerts with the teaching team.

Schedule
This is a part-time contracted position. The JOY Edwards After School Orchestra is held 4 days a week for 2.5 hours a day. 2nd-5th grade students have chosen to learn the violin, viola, or cello. There are three levels of orchestras that meet twice a week. JOY runs during the school year from September-June with performances throughout the year. 

As part of onboarding and prep, JOY Staff take part in training days before the start of the academic year in August. Additional hours may be available or added based on program needs. Examples include staff and student recruiting, summer camp, concerts, public performances, fundraisers, and special events. Additional hours may be added based on opportunities for professional development through El Sistema USA, OR-ASTA, and other state and national music education organizations may be provided.

Qualifications and Experience

Required 

• Completed undergraduate degree in music discipline (music education preferred)  
• Demonstrated mastery of your primary instrument. 
• Ability to teach foundational violin, viola, or cello skills in both group and individual settings. 
• Passion for impacting students’ lives through music, especially primary age students and underserved youth. 
• Ability to work well in a racially and culturally diverse community.  
• Commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere with evident mutual respect for students, parents/guardians, volunteers, and co-workers. 
• Effective and equity-driven classroom management. 
• Prior experience teaching school-age, elementary children. 
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.  
• Creativity and excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work well on a team and collaboratively-minded.  
• Punctuality, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence. 
• Attendance at Summer Camp and other August meetings and events.  
• Must pass a Newberg and McMinnville School District background check 

 Preferred 

• Bilingual (Spanish and English) 
• Basic knowledge of upper and lower string posture and technique. 
• Masters degree in music education or other music related field 
• Two years teaching experience (applied studio, group/classroom instruction, or both) 
• Suzuki (or comparable) Method Certification and/or training. 
• Conducting experience, especially with beginning ensembles.  

 To Apply 

Please submit the following electronically to JOY Program Director Amy Brunner (amy@yamhillenrichmentsociety.org)  

• Resume and cover letter 
• Contact Information and Names of 3 professional references 
• Performance sample on your primary instrument. Guidelines for the performance sample are indicated below. 

 Performance Sample 

• Please keep Performance Sample video a maximum of 10 minutes in length and minimum of 3 minutes.  
• Clips need to have been recorded within the last 12 months to be considered valid submissions. 
• One selection must be a work by Johann Sebastian Bach (excerpts-repeats omitted-are fine) 
• One selection of your choice preferably in a contrasting style (popular, jazz, folk, contemporary, etc…)  
• Include with your performance clip submission the title and composer of your selection. 
• Candidate’s video must be of professional quality. The performer and their instrument must be clearly seen and audible. Do not record in a space where a TV/phone/computer/device is on and can be heard– your submission may be disregarded if this is the case.  
• Accompanists are not required for this video submission. 
• Please upload videos to YouTube (unpublished) and submit links with your materials. 

 Finalists may be asked to demonstrate a sample lesson with students for observation. 

Work Setting
This job is primarily performed in a classroom environment where most of the time will require ambulating around the room. There is some stationary (desk) work when needed or for at-home planning; regular computer work and work with other office equipment; regular communication with teachers, staff and students, and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 40-45 pounds.  

Yamhill Enrichment Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value, honor and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our employment and education programs. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are enthusiastically encouraged to apply. 

JOY After School Orchestra Teaching Artist
Violin – Edwards Elementary
Newberg, Oregon

JOY After School Orchestra Teaching Artist
Violin – Edwards Elementary
Newberg, Oregon

Hours (Part Time): Up to 10 total hours per week, 2 to 4 days each week, for the school year with additional time for program and site meetings, and occasional evenings or weekends for performances
Reports to: JOY Program Director, JOY Site Director (Edwards Elementary) Desired Start Date: August 1, 2023
Pay Rate: $40 per hour
Opened until filled

Organization Overview
JOY (the Junior Orchestra of Yamhill County) is a collaborative project of the Yamhill Enrichment Society (YES), a 501(3)c organization dedicated to transforming the lives of Yamhill County youth by providing access to music and literacy enrichment. JOY is an El Sistema member organization, which is aimed towards using music as a tool for social change, and is committed to supporting the growth of curricular strings programs in Yamhill County.

The mission of JOY is to transform the lives of underserved youth in Yamhill County through high-caliber, intensive orchestral music instruction through emphasizing teamwork and collaboration, promoting student creativity, and engaging the community. JOY is currently operating in the Newberg and McMinnville School Districts. The program consists of In-School programming for kindergarten and first grade students during their general music classes and After-School orchestras for grades 2-5. JOY is currently growing and is adding offerings by grade level at each school.

Position Overview
The JOY Teaching Artist’s primary responsibility will be to lead and co-teach rehearsals in the After-School orchestra program. Collaborating with other members of the instructional team, the Teaching Artist will be directly involved in developing, implementing, and carrying out the curriculum and defined teaching objectives at the guidance of the Edwards Site Director. As a Teaching Artist (TA), the candidate must be able to demonstrate proficient performance technique, communication skills, and equitable classroom management strategies. Knowledge of orchestral instrumental performance and pedagogical practices and their implementation are a must.

As Violin TA, the candidate would be working with students in grades 2-5 in both group rehearsals on basic string and orchestra technique and providing specialized feedback and assistance with violin students in both group rehearsal, violin sectionals, and the occasional one-on-one lesson. The ideal candidate would demonstrate proficiency in teaching and playing the violin. Teaching Artists are also expected to participate in and lead concerts with the teaching team.

Schedule
This is a part-time contracted position. The JOY Edwards After-School Orchestra runs on Tuesdays-Fridays from 2:10-4:30pm. 2nd-5th grade students have chosen to learn the violin, viola, or cello. Sinfonia Orchestra (2nd year orchestral players) and Chamber Orchestra (3rd-4th year orchestral players) meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Concert Orchestra (1st year orchestra players) meet on Wednesdays and Fridays. JOY runs during the school year from September-June with performances throughout the year. There may be additional opportunity to assist with the annual JOY Summer Day Camp for two weeks in August. Additional hours could be added based on program needs, and opportunities for professional development through El Sistema USA, OR-ASTA, and other state and national music education organizations may be provided.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

• Completed undergraduate degree in music discipline (music education preferred)
• Demonstrated mastery of your primary instrument.
• Ability to teach foundational violin skills in both group and individual settings.
• Passion for impacting students’ lives through music, especially primary age students and underserved youth.
• Ability to work well in a racially and culturally diverse community.
• Commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere with evident mutual respect for students, parents/guardians, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Effective and equity-driven classroom management.
• Prior experience teaching school-age, elementary children.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Creativity and excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Masters degree in music education or other music related field
• Two years teaching experience (applied studio, group/classroom instruction, or both)
• Suzuki (or comparable) Method Certification and/or training.
• Ability to work well on a team and collaboratively-minded.
• Punctuality, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.
• Attendance at Summer Camp and other August meetings and events.
• Must pass a Newberg and McMinnville School District background check

 Preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish and English)
• Basic knowledge of lower string (cello) posture and technique.
• Conducting experience, especially with beginning ensembles.

To Apply

Please submit the following electronically to JOY Program Director Amy Brunner (amy@yamhillenrichmentsociety.org)

• Resume and cover letter
• Contact Information and Names of 3 professional references
• Performance sample on your primary instrument. Guidelines for the performance sample are indicated below.

Performance Sample

1. Please keep Performance Sample video a maximum of 10 minutes in length and minimum of 3 minutes.
2. Clips need to have been recorded within the last 12 months to be considered valid submissions.
3. One selection must be a work by Johann Sebastian Bach (excerpts-repeats omitted-are fine)
4. One selection of your choice preferably in a contrasting style (popular, jazz, folk, contemporary, etc…)
5. Include with your performance clip submission the title and composer of your selection.
6. Candidate’s video must be of professional quality. The performer and their instrument must be clearly seen and audible. Do not record in a space where a TV/phone/computer/device is on and can be heard– your submission may be disregarded if this is the case.
7. Accompanists are not required for this video submission.
8. Please upload videos to YouTube (unpublished) and submit links with your materials.
9. Finalists may be asked to demonstrate a sample lesson with students for observation.

Finalists may be asked to demonstrate a sample lesson with students for observation

Work Setting
This job is primarily performed in a classroom environment where most of the time will require ambulating around the room. There is some stationary (desk) work when needed or for at-home planning; regular computer work and work with other office equipment; regular communication with teachers, staff and students, and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 40-45 pounds.

Yamhill Enrichment Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value, honor and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in our employment and education programs. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are enthusiastically encouraged to apply.

In fall of 2017 our inaugural class of JOY kindergarteners at Edwards Elementary in Newberg picked up their tissue box violins and started a musical journey.

That intrepid class of kindergarteners are now 5^th graders preparing to transition to middle school orchestra. Despite changes in instructors, class locations, and a global pandemic, the music has played on! There are three after-school orchestras at Edwards – Concert, Sinfonia and Chamber Orchestra – and they will all be playing at George Fox University’s Bauman Auditorium on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 6:30 pm.

This is a FREE concert for our community to celebrate these young musicians and their accomplishments. Please join us for an evening of music and celebration.

Bauman Auditorium
George Fox University
Friday, May 12, 2023
6:30 PM