MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator at MacPhail Center for Music

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

24000.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Conducting, K-12 Music Education, Program Administration, Rehearsal Planning, Repertoire Selection, Logistics Management, Budget Development, Liaison, Supervision, Communication, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Collaboration, Initiative, Accountability

Industry

Music

Description

TITLE: MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator REPORTS TO: School Partnerships Director DEPARTMENT: School Partnerships STATUS: Exempt; Part Time (12 Hours/week for 24 weeks) LOCATION: Twin Cities & Surrounding Area, On-Site COMPENSATION: $24,000/Annual JOB SUMMARY The MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator provides artistic, educational, and operational onsite leadership for the Orchestra. This role is responsible for conducting, K-12 music education, and program administration, all of which support students’ musical growth within a structured ensemble experience. The MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra (MNYO) Conductor & Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day success of the orchestra, including rehearsals, performances, student engagement, and program coordination. RESPONSIBILITES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Artistic & Educational Leadership Lead weekly orchestra rehearsals on Saturdays from 1:00–3:00pm along with an additional hour for setup and teardown Foster a supportive, high-expectation learning environment aligned with strong K-12 pedagogical practices Audition and interview prospective students to ensure appropriate ensemble placement Lead sectionals within area(s) of musical expertise and coordinate additional sectionals with coaches Oversee rehearsal and concert logistics, including equipment management, setup, and teardown Contract additional musicians when repertoire or performances require expanded instrumentation Support student musicianship, ensemble skills, and artistic confidence through thoughtful repertoire selection and rehearsal planning Music Preparation & Library Management Select, prepare, and arrange repertoire appropriate to the ensemble’s instrumentation and skill level Maintain the orchestra library, including copying, distributing, and tracking parts Provide music to sectional coaches and collaborating faculty in a timely manner Prepare concert programs in coordination with staff Record and edit performances for archival and promotional use Program Coordination & Administration Develop the annual program budget under the direction of the School Partnerships Director Serve as the primary liaison with the host site Hire and supervise sectional coaches and interns under the direction of the School Partnerships Director Track attendance for students, interns, and coaches, including reporting additional hours related to performances Create and distribute the annual rehearsal and performance calendar Lead program communications with students, families, and staff Schedule and coordinate a minimum of three concerts annually, along with additional performance opportunities Partner with the Minnesota Orchestra and other organizations to coordinate educational outreach and pre-concert performances Organize community-building events for students and families as appropriate Community & Culture Building Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Conducting, Music Performance, or a related field, required Master’s Degree in Music Education, Conducting, Music Performance, or a related field, preferred Experience 3+ years of demonstrated experience working with K-12 students in an ensemble setting, required Experience with student-centered teaching practices, required Experience managing programs and/or ensembles with operational independence, preferred Skills & Abilities Strong conducting skills Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate effectively while leading Ability to lead with initiative and accountability

Responsibilities

This role provides artistic, educational, and operational onsite leadership for the MacPhail Northside Youth Orchestra, focusing on conducting, K-12 music education, and program administration to support student musical growth. Responsibilities include leading rehearsals, managing logistics, selecting repertoire, coordinating performances, and handling administrative tasks like budgeting and staff supervision.