We're Hiring

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Empowering students through Hip-Hop: Refresh Collective is seeking a dynamic Teaching Artist to lead our full-time therapeutic hip-hop classroom serving at-risk youth ages 14-18 in a specialized school setting. This role combines expert-level hip-hop instruction with trauma-informed care to create a safe, engaging environment that helps students recover credits, build confidence, and develop pathways to graduation. 

Ideal Candidate Background

Previous Job Titles:

• Therapeutic Arts Instructor
• Alternative Education Teacher
• Community Hip-Hop Educator
• Youth Development Specialist with Arts Focus
• Music Therapist with Hip-Hop Specialization

Required Experience:

• Minimum 1+ years implementing trauma-informed care with at-risk youth
• Expert-level hip-hop lyric writing OR beat production/music production
• Proficiency in Logic Pro X (required)
• Experience working in alternative education, therapeutic, or high-needs school environments
• Demonstrated cultural credibility within hip-hop community

Education Requirements:

• Minimum: 2-year degree (any field)
• Preferred: 4-year degree in Education, Teaching, Music Education, or related field
• Additional certifications in trauma-informed care, youth development, or music therapy preferred

Essential Qualities:

• Authentic connection to hip-hop culture (not just academic knowledge)
• Proven ability to build trust with challenging youth populations
• High emotional intelligence and de-escalation skills
• Flexibility to work with both long-term (year-round) and short-term (2-4 week) students
• Commitment to Refresh Collective's core values and mission

Application Requirement: Must provide example video demonstrating teaching and student engagement skills in classroom setting.

APPLY NOW:  If your heart is jumping at the opportunity to say YES, apply here with your cover letter, resume, and 3 references (non-familial).