Graduate Assistant

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, AR, US
Not specified; stipend amount outlined in contract...
Bachelor of music degree or 18 credit hours in music
Competency on saxophone trumpet trombone piano guitar bass set or voice
Recording of two contrasting standard jazz tunes with improvisation
Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree including conducting ensembles and teaching applied lessons

Job Summary

  • Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree including conducting ensembles and teaching applied lessons.
  • The position is a 12-month appointment designed for the completion of a one-year master's degree in jazz studies.
  • Applicants must submit a recording of specific jazz scales modes and tunes with head and improvisation.

Matching Summary

Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree including conducting ensembles and teaching applied lessons.

Salary

Not specified; Stipend amount outlined in contract; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor of Music Degree or 18 credit hours in music
  • Competency on saxophone trumpet trombone piano guitar bass set or voice
  • Recording of two contrasting standard jazz tunes with improvisation
  • Letter of intent curriculum vitae and three professional references

Nice-to-have

  • Organization skills and effective time management
  • High level of self-direction in assigned tasks
  • Experience teaching methods courses or conducting ensembles

Key Requirements

  • Completed baccalaureate degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment
  • Admission to Graduate School at University of Arkansas at Monticello or elsewhere
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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