Music Theory Tutor

Winthrop University; Rock Hill, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Winthrop University is seeking a music theory tutor to support theory and aural skills students in the Basic Musicianship and four-level theory sequence. The tutor meets with students individually, reviews concepts, and aids with assignments, sight singing, and dictation practices.

The position is Regular Hourly and targets both graduate and undergraduate students, with a weekly commitment of six hours and an open date of 08/26/2026. The end date is 12/07/2026.

Qualifications

• Music major required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students individually enrolled in Music Theory I–IV and Basic Aural Skills I–IV courses to review concepts and guide assignments.
• Assist with sight singing and dictation practices.
• Provide guidance to help students with homework and course work.

Skills

Competency in music theory and oral

Education

Music major

Job description

To help/tutor theory students who need extra help

Duties and Responsibilities

The music theory tutor will meet with students individually who are enrolled in Basic Musicianship and four levels of Music Theory sequence (Music Theory I ~ IV), and Basic Aural Skills and four levels of Aural Skills sequence (Aural Skills I ~ IV). There are roughly about 100 students enrolled in the Theory and Aural Skills courses. The tutor will help students who struggle in these courses by reviewing the theoretical concepts, giving guidance to completing assignments, and assisting with sight singing and dictation practices. The tutor will work 6 (six) hours a week.

Qualifications

Music major

Preferred Skills

competency in music theory and oral skills

Pay Rate

Type of Position

Regular Hourly

Position Level

Graduate or Undergraduate

Hours Per Week

6

Posting Number

2026SD0546P

Open Date

08/26/2026

Close Date

10/15/2026

Desired Start Date

08/31/2026

End Date

12/07/2026