Clarinet, Teaching Artist - YOLA

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association

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Posted:

June 9, 2022

Location:

Los Angeles, California

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Type:

Part Time - Experienced

The employee will ensure the highest quality learning experience for YOLA students, support each child holistically, and create curriculum, pedagogy, and lesson plans in collaboration with other YOLA music faculty. The employee will support the YOLA philosophy and community and help facilitate community and family involvement. Applicants will be considered for positions at all YOLA sites, as roles are available.

Hours for this position will be up to approximately 10-15 hours per week.

Position Elements:

As a YOLA Teaching Artist, responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Collaborating with YOLA faculty to create a shared curriculum and culture inspired by the ideals and philosophies of El Sistema
Instructing instrumental studio and sectionals
Assisting with full orchestra rehearsals, playing and coaching within sections, and collaborating with the YOLA Conductor at the discretion of the Program Manager
Communicating with YOLA academic tutors and parents to understand each child holistically
Attending music pedagogy and tutoring professional development sessions
Preparation and communication with music teachers, YOLA Conductor, Program Manager, and Los Angeles Philharmonic Staff
Other duties as assigned

Demonstrated excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer
Ability to work weekends and evenings
Ability to work under frequent observation
Strong experience teaching beginner instrumentalists
Strong knowledge of instrument specific repertoire, curriculum, and pedagogy
Strong knowledge of orchestral music, music reading skills, and music pedagogy
Access to transportation to and from YOLA site
Experience working with children from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds; experience working in historically marginalized communities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent experience preferred, post-graduate degree or equivalent experience a plus
Dedication and commitment to engage in and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the staff, vendors, and within interactions with the surrounding community is a must
Secondary language fluency is a plus

COVID Workplace Safety Requirements

This position will require you to interact with employees, patrons, vendors and others who may or may not be vaccinated or recently tested. You will be required to wear personal protection equipment (PPE) required by the LA County Department of Public Health protocols and the LA Phil. You agree to comply at all times with the LA Phil’s COVID-19 Prevention Plan, including testing and vaccination requirements.

How to apply:

Complete the online application by clicking here.

Complete the application with all pertinent information.
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The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the FCIHO.

About Los Angeles Philharmonic Association

Founded in 1919, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association presents, and promotes the performing arts in its varied forms at the highest level of excellence to a diverse and large audience, at Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and The Ford.

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