Performing Arts Instructor (Band, Vocal Music or Orchestra) - Blue Valley West High School

Blue Valley School District; Stilwell (KS); On-site; USD 35,038 - 49,903; Part time

Job summary

Blue Valley School District in Kansas seeks an instrumental music assistant to support instructional activities under the supervision of a licensed professional. You will help with instruction, rehearsals and performances for instrumental music students, guiding them through practice and performance preparation.

The role emphasizes building musicianship in a classroom setting, familiarity with various instruments and ensembles, and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of instrumental music techniques and performance practices.
• Ability to develop musicianship in a classroom setting.
• Ability to read and interpret music notation.
• Ability to work effectively with all students and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare students for performances as soloists or ensemble members.
• Supervise sectional rehearsals and ensembles.
• Prepare groups for participation in school performances, festivals, clinics, parades, etc.

Skills

Instrumental music techniques

Performance practices

Musicianship development

Ensembles & instrument familiarity

Music notation reading

Student confidentiality

Job description

Brief Details of the Position

Under the supervision of a licensed professional, this position provides support to the instructional process by assisting in the instruction, rehearsals and/or performances of instrumental music students.

Compensation

Rate of Pay: $30.83

Schedule

Hours per Day: As Needed
Days Per Year: As Needed

Benefits

No Benefits

Duties

• Prepare students for performances as soloists or ensemble members.
• Supervise sectional rehearsals and ensembles.
• Prepare groups for participation in school performances, festivals, clinics, parades, etc.

Qualifications

Involves knowledge and experience of instrumental music techniques and performance practices, ability to develop musicianship in a classroom setting, familiarity with instrumental music ensembles and different instruments, ability to read and interpret music notation, effectively work with all students, and maintain confidentiality.