Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
Benefits
California sick time
Ongoing Professional Development
Job Description
Partnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is a non-profit network of public charter schools dedicated to significantly increasing high school graduation rates, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in the North-East Los Angeles and the North-East San Fernando Valley. Committed to its mission, PUC Schools develop and manage high-quality charter schools located in densely populated urban communities characterized by overcrowded and low-achieving schools. It focuses on creating school programs and nurturing school cultures that promote college graduation for all students, thereby uplifting and revitalizing communities through student success and inspiring students to contribute to their communities. PUC... Show More
Job Requirements
- Enrolled in college or hold a BA/BS degree preferred
- demonstrated expertise in DJing and music production
- solid understanding of DJ techniques, equipment, and music software
- subject matter competency paired with practical teaching or leadership experience
- experience working with youth in afterschool programs or community settings preferred
- proficiency with music production software and equipment
- knowledge of diverse musical styles and cultures
- effective communication skills
- ability to build supportive relationships
- ability to establish positive learning environments
- organized and adaptable
- bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
- regular attendance and punctuality essential
Job Qualifications
- Enrolled in college or hold a BA/BS degree preferred
- demonstrated expertise in DJing and music production with strong skills in song selection, mixing, and transitioning
- solid understanding of DJ techniques, equipment, and music software
- subject matter competency combined with practical teaching or leadership experience in music activities
- experience working with youth in afterschool programs, camps, schools, or community settings highly desirable
- proficiency with music production software and equipment such as Serato, Ableton, GarageBand, FL Studio
- knowledge of diverse musical styles, cultures, and histories with sensitivity to ability differences
- effective communication skills to explain music concepts, creative techniques, and equipment use
- talent for building supportive relationships that inspire creativity and teamwork
- ability to establish clear expectations and a positive learning environment
- organized, adaptable, and able to problem-solve in dynamic settings
- demonstrates PUC's core values
- bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required
- regular attendance, punctuality, and accountability essential
Job Duties
- Teach students the fundamentals of DJing, beat-matching, scratching, and music production using industry software
- introduce key concepts such as rhythm, tempo, layering, and music composition incorporating culturally responsive practices
- guide students in safely setting up, using, and caring for DJ and sound equipment and teach principles of music copyright, sampling, and ethics
- plan engaging lessons building toward culminating projects or performances and connect students with guest DJs or community music opportunities
- prepare lesson plans or project outlines for substitute coverage and collaborate with school leadership to ensure alignment with mission and goals
- create and maintain a safe, inclusive, structured learning environment that nurtures creativity and collaboration
- build strong, positive relationships with students fostering confidence, teamwork, and artistic risk-taking
- communicate effectively and consistently with all stakeholders and keep families informed about student participation and progress
- continuously build knowledge of music production and DJ technology and bring innovative practices into the program
- attend professional development sessions and apply new learning
- participate in school-based meetings and contribute to a positive school culture
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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