STUDENT-Intro to Music Studies Tutor

Ithaca College; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Ithaca College is seeking a part-time tutor for MUTH 11100 Introduction to Music Studies. You will average 2 hours per week in Fall 2026, with a schedule of 1 hour per day on Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu.

Strong knowledge of music theory and tech tools like Canvas, Audacity, MuseScore, Spotify, and MS 365 is required. Applicants should show standout GPA and A/A- in music theory courses, plus teaching or tutoring experience.

Qualifications

• GPA evidences outstanding academic achievement.
• Aural skills and music theory courses with A/A-.
• Teaching or tutoring music theory preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work during posted hours.
• Strong experience with music technology (Canvas, MS 365, Audacity, Spotify, MuseScore).
• Friendly, patient and good listener with mature sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Tutor for MUTH 11100 Introduction to Music Studies, ~2 hours/week.
• Follow the Fall 2026 schedule: 1 hour/day Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu.
• Demonstrate music theory concepts and help with assignments.
• Communicate clearly with students and supervisor as needed.

Skills

GPA

Music theory

Teaching experience

Communication

Hours flexibility

Friendly

Patience

Active listening

Maturity

One-on-one conferences

Education

Music theory coursework with A/A-

GPA evidence

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft 365

Audacity

Spotify

MuseScore

Job description

Job Duties:

Tutoring for the Introduction to Music Studies class (MUTH 11100) an average of 2 hours per week in the fall semester.

Hours Per Week:

2

Pay Rate:

$16.00/hour

Anticipated Work Schedule:

1 hour per day Monday/Wednesday or 1 hour per day Tuesday/Thursday for each week in the Fall 2026 semester.

Qualifications:

• Outstanding academic achievement as evidenced by GPA
• Outstanding achievement in aural skills and music theory courses, with grades of A or A- in each course taken
• Formal or informal experience teaching/tutoring music theory suggested
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work during posted hours
• Required strong experience with music technology, including facility with Canvas, Microsoft 365, Audacity, Spotify, and MuseScore
• Personal qualities conducive to one-on-one conferences, such as a friendly, approachable manner; patience; good listening abilities; and a sense of maturity and responsibility

A completed application will include a resume and a brief cover letter indicating your interest and any prior teaching/tutoring experiences. Applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged. The strongest candidates will be invited to schedule an interview; applications received by August 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. will be given preference.

Student Supervisor: Peter Silberman ([e-mail])
Hiring Manager: Mary Scheidegger ([e-mail])