Youth Choir Research & Teaching Assistant

Whitman College; Walla Walla (WA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience with children

Effective communication (written)

Collaborative teamwork

Energetic and patient

Willingness to learn songs/dances/gmes

Education

First-year Whitman College student

Sociology research methods background

Job description

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.