String Ensemble Teaching Assistant

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States The People's Music School Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Teaching Assistant to support our String Ensemble program at The People's Music School. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality music education to our students.

Key Responsibilities
  • Teaching and Instructional Support: Assist in delivering high-quality instruction to students in Grades 1st-12th, including theory and composition.
  • Ensemble Support: Support the Ensemble Conductor in executing lesson plans, providing individual and small group coaching to students, and assisting with classroom management.
  • Instrumental Support: Assist with tuning instruments and small instrument repairs, and provide high-quality instructional support that leads to excellence in student performance.
  • Administrative Duties: Collaborate with the Ensemble Conductor and Program Manager, and assist with other projects as assigned.
Requirements
  • Education: Earned or in-progress undergraduate or graduate degree in music, music education, or other relevant field.
  • Personal Musicianship: A high level of personal musicianship, including knowledge of music theory and performing ability.
  • Teaching Experience: Prior experience teaching specified instrument to children of different ages and ability levels, and working with children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a busy school environment.
  • Commitment to Diversity: A personal commitment to the mission and values of The People's Music School, and a proven ability to work with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Physical Demands
  • Occasional Lifting: Occasionally required to push, pull, lift, and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Compensation

$20/hour



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