Summer Music Educator
University of California Los Angeles Requisition Number: JPF09307
Summer School Dates: Monday, June 24th - Friday, July 12th Description :
Geffen Academy educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but is created. Geffen Academy educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement. This achievement demonstrates their ability to utilize and to contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators' innovation is guided by our school's mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and we also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community. Summary :
Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Summer Music Educator will create this course of study, prepare materials, and deliver an excellent summer music enrichment course for Geffen Academy's Summer Program students. The Summer Music Educator will design and teach three courses: one music class for 45 minutes for students in rising grade 5 and two music classes (90 minutes each) for students entering grades 6-11. Both classes will run over a three (3) week period. The course will be taught in-person on Geffen Academy's campus. Job Duties :
Consistent with the department's goals participate in the design and development of curricula that develops a creative and innovative mindset and joy in students.
Create one 3-week, introduction to music class for students entering grade 5.
Create two, separate 3-week music classes for students of varying musical levels for students entering grades 6-11.
Familiarity with acoustic and electric guitar playing, piano playing, song-writing, and instrument care.
Familiarity with MIDI keyboards and pad controllers and their pairing with Ableton.
Familiarity with music theory.
Engage students in composing melodies and harmonies, mixing samples, manipulating sounds and effects, recording vocals, and integrating instruments.
Create a learning environment where students feel safe, welcome, and challenged.
Be available to students and parents for any and all department related issues.
This list of duties is not exhaustive. To apply, please visit: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy,
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