NCCMI Coaching Survey 2022-23

As we move out of the pandemic (hopefully), some health protocols will remain in place for the start of the year. Since children might not be vaccinated, our medical committee strongly advises we continue to observe a conservative approach. To begin the year, requirements may include: mandatory mask wearing, social distancing and well-ventilated spaces. We will NOT require a sign-in/self-screening sheet this year.

The number of groups assigned to each coach depends upon availability and other factors.

Younger groups might be assigned shorter coaching sessions (one hour instead of two) and fewer required rehearsals. Older groups will need coachings of 90 minutes and might require more monitoring and form completion by coaches. These are general notes, depending upon multiple factors.

Coaches/Groups can choose to meet in their homes, teachers' studios or at a partnering church.

CHURCH LOCATIONS: For your protection and liability concerns, there must always be two adults present at sessions (the coach and one parent).

YOUNGER GROUPS: Parent can be asked to take notes and make rehearsal plans so the student-led sessions are as effective as possible.

STUDENT-LED REHEARSALS:
Please help your group understand the need for student-led rehearsals. And help them develop strategies for managing that time.
The number of rehearsals expected for groups will depend upon registration requests and student ages. We need YOUR feedback to help determine the magic number. In their first group email, coaches and parents will be informed of that groups' expected number of rehearsals per semester. Student-led rehearsals occur on those assigned weekly days when there is not a coaching session. Rehearsals can also be scheduled "back to back" with coachings.

Here are general recommendations:
"Introductory" ensembles- 5/6 rehearsals/semester
"Competitive level"- for up to 8/9 rehearsals/semester

As always, Group Coordinators will assist with scheduling and reminders.

Your group or groups will be assigned a specific recurring day/time to meet, based upon these choices. Coaches will schedule their 4 sessions per group per semester, from the group's assigned days. The two coaches (per ensemble) should try to alternate sessions if possible and plan to schedule coachings close to the group's major performances. For instance, there should be a coaching immediately prior to Performance Reviews, Master Classes and Spring Concerts. It's a good idea to have a coaching in coordination with NCCMI dress rehearsal times.

There are a number of optional extra events throughout the NCCMI program year. Teacher meeting- a really important, paid service ($25)! The Orientation is an unpaid service but you are encouraged to attend. We are so proud of our faculty and want to introduce you to the families! In addition, it is the best way to meet your group face to face, and work out the scheduling.

Other events listed are paid as a single service, like January Performance Reviews (faculty panel). Dates and times are subject to change. We only need a couple of teachers to help with Performance Reviews, so you might not be asked to work that date. By the same token, your "check-off" here will not obligate you for that service. We will email you with details closer to the dates involved.

Each team of two coaches must have one LEAD COACH who serves as Artistic Steward for the ensemble ($75 extra per semester). Lead Teacher duties: 1. Complete the Event Program Forms; 2. Ensure that the group gets all of their coachings sessions and tracks their progress towards specific events/goals; 3. Help determine repertoire choices for 2nd semester; 4. Possibly help to plan possible competitions/extra events.