Orchestra Assistant

Sinai Akiba Academy is a preeminent private Jewish day school in Los Angeles, serving students in Early Childhood through Grade 8. Sinai Akiba Academy is undergirded by our school mission to engage students in the joy and discipline of learning, and nurture a community of ethical, critical thinkers who, shaped by our evolving Jewish tradition, walk through the world with confidence and humility. 

POSITION SUMMARY
The Orchestra Assistant is a non-exempt, part-time employee who is a member of the SAA Staffulty team. This role supports the Orchestra program through assisting with musical instrument tuning, orchestra set-up, and various orchestra performances and field trips. The Orchestra Assistant works approximately 4½ hours per week over the course of the school year, primarily supporting the program in the afternoons during rehearsal. This position reports to the Music Specialist & Orchestra Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Model and demonstrate Sinai Akiba’s Core Values of: Kehillah Kedoshah (Sacred Community); Talmud Torah (Academic Excellence); Derech Eretz (Kindness, Empathy, & Respect); Tzedek, Tzedek Tirdof (Ethical Responsibility); Avodat Halev (Soulful Intention), and Ahavat Yisrael (Love for Israel) as reflected on the School’s website at https://www.sinaiakiba.org/about/mission-and-values
  
• Set up rehearsal spaces (set up chairs, music stands, and unpack/tune instruments)
  
• Move chairs, stands, and musical instruments
  
• Support students during instruction and performances
  
• Take detailed attendance records for weekly rehearsals
  
• Call/email parents if a student is absent from rehearsal
  
• Make copies of music, organize files, and assist with other general administrative duties
  
• Actively participate/assist with rehearsals (assist students, demonstrate musical examples, conduct ensemble as needed)
  
• Perform with students during concerts, assemblies, and field trips
• Learn, use, and apply technology as required by School to enhance learning, provide feedback to students and parents, and engage with colleagues. Technology includes but is not limited to JagNet, Google Workspace, Paylocity, and any other School approved software.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or Head of School in support of the school’s mission

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with children
• Ability to tune and model/teach on string instruments (violin, viola, cello)
• Availability to work on campus Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM
• An understanding of, or open to learning about, Jewish identity, holidays, practices, traditions, culture and life cycle events
• Collaborative team player who works effectively with colleagues
• Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of students and our program
• Patient and encouraging with developing musicians
  

Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume for consideration to Erin Little, Music Specialist & Orchestra Director, at elittle@sinaiakiba.org. 

Sinai Akiba Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regards to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.