What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha position at O PA?

Description

Position Summary :

The Programming and Education department is a fast-paced and dynamic division that oversees the artistic program planning, artist booking and education and community engagement programming for Omaha Performing Arts. This position will primarily serve as an assistant teaching artist for O-pa’s Middle School Jazz Academy program. The Assistant Teaching Artist will work in collaboration with the Jazz Academy Teaching Artist to plan, organize and ensure the success of the program classes and performances. The Assistant Teaching Artist will work under the supervision of O-pa’s Senior Manager of Education.

This is a seasonal contracted position working approximately 4 hours per week during the contract period.

The duties of an OPA Assistant Teaching Artist (TA) include, but are not limited to the following :

Mandatory attendance at all Jazz Academy ensemble classes and performances
Organize and assist in running Jazz Academy ensemble classes in collaboration with the Jazz Academy Teaching Artist
Run check in and check out and follow all O-pa guidelines and policies pertaining to check in and check out
Maintain regular communication with Senior Manager of Education and Jazz Academy Teaching Artist
Maintain safe environment for students’ physical and emotional well-being throughout rehearsal process
Assist with any technical needs, including daily set-up and strike
Serve as a teaching artist for other related O-pa education programs as needed

Requirements

Minimum Experience, Education and Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in a performing arts related field or equivalent experience

Advanced skills and / or professional experience in jazz performance and / or pedagogy experience

Performance experience on saxophone, piano, bass or drum set

Highly organized and detail-oriented self-starter with excellent time-management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment

Proficient in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet)

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent collaborative skills; ability to foster teamwork

Demonstrate respect for all students, teachers, and administrators participating in the program, and offer a superior level of professionalism, customer service, and positivity

Be employed according to the standards and procedures set forth in the program agreement (including satisfying all requisite background checks, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience working in an educational setting with middle school age students

Previous work experience as a jazz educator / teaching artist, ideally in a full ensemble setting

Physical Demands / Working Conditions :

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time

The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet; public events are moderate to loud

J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha job openings

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha jobs in the Omaha, NE area that may be a better fit.

Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha position at O PA?

What is the career path for a Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha?

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha jobs in the Omaha, NE area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other Jazz Academy Assistant Teaching Artist Job at O PA in Omaha jobs in the Omaha, NE area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!