Instructional Assistant - Music

Education and Experience:

• Any combination equivalent to: an Associate's Degree in a music field or the equivalent and prior experience in providing piano, instrumental, or vocal accompaniment and music assistance. Additional experience may substitute for higher education. Knowledge of:

• Working knowledge of music theory including harmony, notation and transposition.

• Basic knowledge of child development.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Basic music education and appreciation practices and procedures.

• Understanding of instruments used in a band or string ensemble. Ability to: - Read, understand and explain musical scores and sheet music including treble, alto and bass clefs, as well as demonstrate counting and rhythm techniques.

• Follow the conductor's tempo and dynamics

• Attend and participate in rehearsals and performances.

• Plan, prioritize, and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.

• Work cooperatively and productively with others of diverse backgrounds.

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward children.

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to play instruments or demonstrate activities.

• Seeing to read musical scores.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects up to 25 pounds.

• Ambulatory ability to move to various locations within and outside the district. PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING ALONG WITH A COMPLETED APPLICATION:

• Copy of Transcript

• Letter of Introduction

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (One current - within one year)

• Resume

Comments and Other Information

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Principal, assist in the instruction and reinforcement of musical concepts for students in choral performance and/or instrumental music; perform a variety of clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel and carry out related work as necessary; assist in the instruction and reinforcement of musical concepts and instrumentation to individuals and groups of students in the classroom, at performances and other events. RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: *Dates are subject to change

• Potential Exam Date: Week of May 27, 2024 Potential Panel Interview: Week of June 3, 2024 NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Email is the primary form of communication for this recruitment. Please monitor your email account, including your spam folder, on a regular basis for any related communication.

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