Hip-Hop Songwriting and Recording Programs for Youth. Refresh Collective partners with hospitals, libraries, schools, and community organizations across Cleveland to bring hip-hop-based creative wellness programming directly to young people. As a subcontracted Teaching Artist, you'll facilitate sessions at rotating partner sites, using music as a tool for expression, healing, and skill-building. Engagement Type: 1099 Subcontractor — paid per sessionPay Rate: $35–$50/hrHours: Project-Based (5–25 Hrs/Week). Hours are tied directly to active project availability, offering a consistent workflow during active cycles with natural breaks between project completions. Session Details:- Session Locations: Hospitals, Libraries, Schools & Community Sites- Group Size: 1–10 students solo; 11–25 paired with a co-teacher- Age Range: Grades 6–12- Training: Training provided in our unique curriculum before you begin Responsibilities:- Facilitate hip-hop-based music production and lyric-writing sessions at partner sites across Cleveland- Set up and safeguard mobile recording equipment; guide students through recording their lyrics and producing their own songs- Learn and implement the unique pedagogy and curriculum used in sessions- Apply trauma-informed, relational teaching practices to build trust and create a safe, healing-centered space- Collaborate with partner-site staff (educators, clinicians, librarians, youth workers) on each group's goals- Document student engagement and progress to support wellness and skill-building outcomes Qualifications & Background:Required:- Minimum 2-year degree (any field)- 1+ years working with youth using trauma-informed or relational approaches- Hands-on experience with lyric writing and beat production- Strong writing and language skills to guide youth through lyric-writing- Intermediate skill in digital music production software- Reliable transportation to travel between partner sites across ClevelandPreferred:- 4-year degree in Music Therapy, Education, Social Work, or related field- Certification in music therapy, trauma-informed care, or youth development- 3+ years of experience in healthcare, education, or other community-based settings- Background as a substitute teacher, teaching artist, or youth mentor Background checks & site requirements: All Teaching Artists must pass an Ohio BCI and FBI background check prior to placement. Hospital partner sites may require additional steps (e.g., TB screening). Application Process:1) Submit Your Application: Cover letter, resume, and three professional references (non-familial).2) Interview Round 1: Screening conversation about your background and experience.3) Interview Round 2: Deep dive into facilitation approach, hip-hop songwriting/recording skills, trauma-informed practices, and rapid trust-building with new groups.4) Offer & Onboarding: Orientation to partner sites across Cleveland ahead of first sessions. What to include: Cover letter, resume, three professional references (non-familial).Equal Opportunity Employer statement applies. Apply Now: https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/czzhcAqb1GG7m2WfxUJg95hmKDj7JLMdB3y2SdLHXbbDgbPUqXvHfrmecLNs5Qtok3