Job Description

Jazz Ensemble Rhythm Section Coach

Primary Purpose: The purpose of this position is to assist with the instruction of the jazz ensemble rhythm section during scheduled jazz ensemble rehearsals.

Nature of Work: This position supports the pedagogical instruction of jazz ensemble members, focusing on the development of rhythmic techniques for keyboard, plucked string, and percussion instruments.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities: The successful candidate will run sectional workshops with the rhythm section of the jazz ensemble as well as supporting instructional activities during full ensemble rehearsals.

Education: Bachelor of Music Degree or post-secondary music diploma, ideally with a focus in Jazz.

Experience: Prior experience working with university music ensembles in an instructional capacity is an asset.

Skills: Extensive experience in Jazz music with a focus of rhythm instruments.

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Dean McNeill at (306) 966-6169, dean.mcneill@usask.ca.

Department: Music
Status: Term
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 0.02
Salary: 1 and 1/2 hours per week, with a total of $1250 for the term.
Salary Family (if applicable): Managerial
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 3
Posted Date: 8/4/2023
Closing Date: 8/18/2023 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where \'Yes\' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

Criminal Record Check: Not Applicable
Driver\'s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
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