Graduate Assistant

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, AR, US
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Conducting ensembles
Teaching methods courses
Teaching applied lessons
** The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Division of Music, responsible for instructional duties in jazz studies, including conducting ensembles and teaching courses. The position requires a Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent credits, along with proficiency in a specified instrument and submission of a recording demonstrating musical ability. **

Job Summary

  • Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree and future profession, potentially including conducting ensembles, teaching methods courses, or applied lessons.
  • This is a 12-month appointment designed for the completion of a one-year master's degree in jazz studies.
  • The successful candidate will demonstrate organization skills, effective time management, and a high level of self-direction.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Division of Music, responsible for instructional duties in jazz studies, including conducting ensembles and teaching courses. The position requires a Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent credits, along with proficiency in a specified instrument and submission of a recording demonstrating musical ability. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • conducting ensembles
  • teaching methods courses
  • teaching applied lessons
  • playing in ensembles
  • jazz studies master's degree

Nice-to-have

  • organization skills
  • effective time management
  • high level of self-direction

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Music Degree or 18+ credit hours in performant, education, or jazz
  • Competency on at least one listed instrument
  • Recording of two contrasting standard jazz tunes
  • Jazz tune of applicant's choice
  • Letter of intent, CV, and 3 professional references

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