African Drumming Instructor
ORGANIZATION: Portland Housing Authority
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Portland Housing Authority Study Centers
African Drumming Instructor
Purpose
The African Drumming Instructor will channel the students’ enthusiasm for drumming into a respect and appreciation for the instrument and music. The instructor will help the students to develop skills in African drumming, as well as providing them with cultural context for the techniques and instruments used. The Instructor may teach students and coordinators proper care for the drums, which have been without care for many years.
Suggested Activities
- Instruct ____ children in African drumming techniques
- Engage children in a warm and friendly manner
- Encourage musical enjoyment while keeping chaos to a minimum
- Potentially instruct students and coordinators in care and maintenance of drums.
Time
- 1 hour once or twice a week
- Between the hours of 3pm and 7pm
- Consistency is important. We ask that you commit to the same day every week so that students know when to expect you.
- If you cannot make it to a shift, please let the coordinator know as soon as possible.
Qualifications
- Skills in African drumming
- Friendly demeanor
- Good Boundaries
- Comfort with engaging large groups of children
- Dependability
Location
- Kennedy Park Study Center is located at 51 Mayo Street.
Support
- 2 Study Center coordinators will be on site daily in order to support you
- The Youth Programming VISTA is available via phone or text, and for occasional check-ins.
ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST COMPLETE A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION AND BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO SERVING
Please contact Azia Gilbert, our Youth Programming VISTA with any questions.
vista.youth@porthouse.org . 207-773-4753 (8012)
More opportunities with Portland Housing Authority
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Portland Housing Authority
Location:
14 Baxter Blvd, Portland, ME 04101, US
Mission Statement
Together with its community partners, the PHA provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community, enhance safety and promote personal success for the people we serve and the neighborhoods in which they reside.
Description
Portland Housing Authority (PHA) administers HUD Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Programs in the City of Portland, Maine.
The PHA also offers a variety of resident services with one component being the operation of Four after school Study Centers. The Study Centers are open for homework help from September to June when they transition to summer programming such as soccer, free lunch, and informal academic help. The centers also act as communal focal points for educational assistance for residents of all ages, resource centers for exploring post-secondary opportunities, a place for youth leadership development and community service. The Centers are located as follows:
- Kennedy Park Study Center - 51 Mayo Street
- Riverton Park Study Center - 61 Riverton Drive
- Sagamore Village Study Center - 34 Popham Street
- Front Street Study Center - 34 West Presumpscot Street
The PHA considers education the key to self sufficiency and independence from government assistance. The after school programs operate Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 PM following the Portland Public School calendar.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
51 Mayo StreetPortland, ME 04101
DATE POSTED
September 21, 2021
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- Percussion Instrument
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours per week