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Los Angeles Philharmonic Association

Substitute Teaching Artist

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Program Summary YOLA is the signature program of LA Philharmonic Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel. YOLA is inspired by El Sistema, the Venezuelan music education system that provides half a million children with free musical instruments and intensive musical instruction. Central to YOLA’s mission is the promotion of healthy growth and development through the study, practice and performance of music. Simultaneously, YOLA positively invests in each child’s development as a musical ambassador of peace, hope, and understanding amongst a diverse population of cultures, backgrounds and beliefs. YOLA currently serves more than 1,500 students from elementary, middle, and high schools across Los Angeles.

Position Summary 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.

Current Vacancies

Strings:

Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass

Woodwinds:

Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon

Brass:

French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba

Percussion

Voice/Choir

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

Position Qualifications

Demonstrated excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer

Ability to work weekends and evenings

Ability to work under frequent observation

Strong experience teaching beginning 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

Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus

Four‑year undergraduate degree or equivalent experience preferred, post‑graduate degree or equivalent experience a plus

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