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Work Study Opportunities:
NYSMF Counseling Staff
NYSMF's
wonderful counseling staff is made up of tremendous young
musicians of college age. Most are matriculated at major
music schools and conservatories around the United States, including:
- The Curtis Institute of Music
- The Hartt School of Music
- The Crane School of Music / State University of New York (SUNY) College at Potsdam
- Harvard University
- Rensselear Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
- Temple University
- Missouri University
- Indiana University
- Cincinnati Conservatory
- Carnegie-Mellon University
- Ithaca College
- State University of New York (SUNY) College at Fredonia
- State University of New York (SUNY) College at Oneonta
- Ohio
State
- Oberlin College
- Wesleyan University
- Skidmore University
NYSMF
enjoys a high counselor-to-student ratio, ensuring there
will always be a "big brother" or a "big sister" available
to help with any of life's little problems, as well as being
fully qualified to coach top-quality musical ensembles.
Many
of our counselors were once campers and students themselves.
They all fully understand the rules, policies, and exacting
standards of NYSMF behavior, and stand ready to assist the
faculty, conductors, visiting artists, and administration
in making NYSMF the finest, friendliest, and most memorable
summer experience ever.
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To apply for a workstudy position at NYSMF, please scroll down for more information.
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Employment
Opportunities at NYSMF
NYSMF
offers a limited number of exclusive job opportunities for musicians
ages 15 and up. Each position has rigid requirements that every
applicant must meet in order to be considered.
ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THEIR ENTIRETY BY MARCH 1, 2010.
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Responsibilities |
The many benefits of being part of NYSMF's staff may include any or all of the following:
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- Opportunities to coach, form, direct, and lead ensembles
- Dedicated Counselor/TA Recital in every NYSMF session
- Full or partial coverage
of tuition and fees
- Coverage
of private lessons
- Stipend
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All NYSMF Staff members must fulfill the following duties:
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Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
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Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival (CITs and FAs excepted)
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Attend all three sessions of the Festival (FAs excepted)
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Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
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Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
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Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors. |
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time at the discretion of the NYSMF Administration.
Click
or scroll to each job opportunity for specifics, or contact us at jobs@nysmf.org for
more information. And good luck!
| Teaching
Assistants | Counselors | Junior
Counselors | Concert Crew |
| Counselors In Training (CIT) | Festival Assistants
(FA) |
TEACHING
ASSISTANTS (T.A.)
A
limited number of Teaching Assistant positions are available to
advanced college or graduate students who are extremely strong
players and interested in developing their teaching skills.
Qualifications |
- Graduate school student
- Extremely strong player
- Experience & patience working with children
- Professional interest in developing teaching skills
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Responsibilities |
- Supervision
of dormitories
- Supervision of counseling staff
- Coaching
& performing in ensembles
- Leading
sectional rehearsals
- Assisting
faculty & conductors
- Serving
as head librarian for various ensembles
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
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Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
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Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
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Attend all three sessions of the Festival
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Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
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Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
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Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- Full coverage
of tuition and fees
- Coverage
of private lessons
- Stipend
(provided at the end of each session)
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org.
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH
1, 2010. |
COUNSELORS
Counseling
Positions are available for musicians and non-musicians to serve
in leadership roles at NYSMF.
Requirements |
- 18 years of age or older
- Completed at least one year of college
- Patience working with younger students
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Responsibilities |
- Supervising
recreational activities and practice time
- Providing
a safe environment for students
- Assisting
faculty and administration with various duties
- Serving
as mentors to the students
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
-
Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
-
Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
-
Attend all three sessions of the Festival
-
Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
-
Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
-
Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- Coverage
of tuition and fees
- Coverage
of private lessons
- Stipend
(provided at the end of each session)
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH
1, 2010. |
JUNIOR
COUNSELORS
Junior
Counselor positions are available for students who have graduated
from high school.
Requirements |
- At least 18 years of age
- Experience working with younger students
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Responsibilities |
- Supervising
recreational activities and practice time
- Providing
a safe environment for students
- Assisting
faculty and administration with various duties
- Serving
as mentors to the students
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
-
Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
-
Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
-
Attend all three sessions of the Festival
-
Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
-
Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
-
Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- Coverage
of tuition and fees
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH
1, 2010. |
CONCERT
CREW (C.C.)
A
limited number of positions are available for Concert Crew workers.
Requirements |
- 18 years of age or older
- Qualify for a COUNSELOR position
- Experience in technical theatre/backstage work
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Responsibilities |
- Responsible
for all equipment used by the New York Summer Music Festival, including maintenance, supervision, tracking, etc.
- Report
directly to the NYSMF administration
- Work
closely with our conductors and faculty members to ensure
smooth rehearsals and performance
- Setup and breakdown for all ensembles, rehearsals, and concerts
- Earlier arrival and later departure dates than other staff members to participate in Festival setup, technical setup, and close-down
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
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Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
-
Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
-
Attend all three sessions of the Festival
-
Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
-
Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
-
Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- Coverage
of tuition and fees
- Coverage
of private lessons
- Stipend
(provided at the end of each session)
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1, 2010. |
COUNSELORS
IN TRAINING (C.I.T.)
A
limited number of CIT positions are available.
Requirements |
- Applicants
must be entering their senior year of high school
- Must
arrive before the festival for training and preparation
- Must
attend all three sessions of the festival
- Must
fill out student applications along with the required employment
applications
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Responsibilities |
- Assist
counseling staff with various duties including:
- photocopying
- part-marking
for orchestra and band librarians
- ushering
for concerts
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
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Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
-
Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
-
Attend all three sessions of the Festival
-
Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
-
Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
-
Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- 50%
tuition coverage
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1, 2010. |
FESTIVAL
ASSISTANTS (F.A.)
A
limited number of FA positions are available.
Requirements |
- Applicants
must be 15 years of age or older
- Must
fill out student applications along with the required employment
applications
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Responsibilities |
- Administrative,
library, and/or technical assistants
- Ushers
for concerts
- Must
complete between four and eight hours of assigned duties
per week
- Must
schedule employment around required rehearsals and performance
obligations
- Help
office staff
- Assist
T.A.s with library duties
- Various
other activities are available according to qualifications
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Duties |
All NYSMF Staff members have the following duties:
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Arrive early for training and preparation for the festival
-
Remain after the end of the festival to assist in cleanup and closing-down the festival
-
Attend all three sessions of the Festival
-
Live in festival dorms to supervise festival students
-
Serve as role models and mentors to festival students
-
Uphold, enforce, and follow all NYSMF rules & regulations
Additional job responsibilities may be assigned or required based on skills, qualifications, and other factors.
Staff members are subject to ongoing performance evaluations and may be dismissed or promoted at any time, based on the performance of their duties. |
Benefits |
- Opportunities
to perform in various ensembles (performances
may be expanded or limited to accommodate the requirements of the position and/or the ensembles)
- 25%
tuition coverage
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Application
Forms |
Contact
us at jobs@nysmf.org ALL
APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND COMPLETE BY MARCH 1, 2010. |
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