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 their Division of Music, specifically for a 12-month appointment aimed at completing a master’s degree in jazz studies. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent coursework and demonstrate proficiency in jazz performance. **

Job Summary

  • Graduate assistants will perform duties relevant to their degree and future profession, which may include conducting ensembles, teaching methods courses, or teaching applied lessons.
  • The graduate assistantship is a 12-month appointment designed for 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 in pursuit of assigned tasks and obligations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking a Graduate Assistant for their Division of Music, specifically for a 12-month appointment aimed at completing a master’s degree in jazz studies. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent coursework and demonstrate proficiency in jazz performance. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • conducting ensembles
  • teaching methods courses
  • teaching applied lessons
  • play in different ensembles

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
  • Provide recording of jazz tunes
  • Submit letter of intent, CV, and 3 professional references
  • Sign contract outlining terms of assistantship
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US

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