Research Assistant for Youth Choir at Whitman College

Whitman College; Walla Walla (WA); Híbrido; USD 19 000 - 28 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Whitman College seeks a Research Assistant for its Youth Choir program. The role supports weekly rehearsals, assists the director with classroom activities, and helps design a study on the choir and its participants.

The position emphasizes effective communication, teamwork, and energy when engaging with young singers. The ideal candidate is a first-year Whitman College student capable of handling administrative duties and background checks.

Qualificações

• Must be a first-year student enrolled at Whitman College.
• Background checks and trainings for working with minors are required.
• Ability to communicate clearly by email and in writing.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the director with administrative and research tasks for the fall semester.
• Assist with research design for a study on the choir and participants.
• Attend rehearsals Mondays and Thursdays 4:00 pm–6:30 pm.
• Welcome students at the start of rehearsals and manage end-of-session pickup.
• Help with classroom setup, materials, and activities.

Conhecimentos

Experience with children

Effective communication (written)

Collaborative teamwork

Energetic and patient

Willingness to learn songs/dances/gmes

Formação académica

First-year Whitman College student

Sociology research methods background

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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JOB TITLE: Research Assistant for Youth Choir

PAY RANGE: $17.13/hour to $17.13/hour

START DATE: Fall 2026

JOB PURPOSE

The Whitman College Youth Choir Assistant will help run weekly rehearsals for the Fall 2026 semester. They will assist the director with classroom activities, create a welcoming environment for students, and handle administrative tasks to help the program run smoothly. They will also help design a study to learn more about the choir and its participants.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist the director with administrative and research tasks throughout the semester
• Assist with research and study design
• Be present for rehearsals (Mondays and Thursdays between 4:00 pm and 6:30 pm)
• Welcome students at the beginning of rehearsal.
• Manage student pick-up at the end of rehearsal.
• Assist director with rehearsal tasks.
• Help manage classroom set up, materials, and activities.
• Assist with running end-of-session concert.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience working with children.
• Research methods courses, particularly in Sociology
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing (via email).
• The ability to work collaboratively with the program director and follow directions.
• Energetic, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young singers.
• Willingness to learn songs, dances, and games with students.
• The program runs for the duration of the semester. The last rehearsal is on December 17th.

EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS TO BE DERIVED BY STUDENTS IN THIS JOB

This job will allow students to learn how to work with children, plan and execute activities, teach music and singing to students of varying abilities, and work in a team. Students have the opportunity gain valuable work experience as teachers and activity leaders. This position also offers opportunities to plan lessons and learn basic conducting. In this role, students will strengthen their organizational skills, improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and learn the process for hosting programs within the community. They will also have the opportunity to work on a sociological study from the ground up.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least a first-year student currently enrolled at Whitman College. Must pass any required background checks and complete trainings associated with working with minors.

SUPERVISOR NAME

Laney Armstrong

SUPERVISOR PHONE NUMBER

509.526.4788

DATE POSTED

August 18, 2026