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TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER/DEMONSTRATOR POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

POSTING DATE: 15 April 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24 April 2016

POSITION: Teaching Assistant (TA90) - MUSC 1020.03 Listening to Classical Music, Summer Term (May 9 – 31, 2016)

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Fountain School of Performing Arts

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:
he Teaching Assistant work assignments include, but are not limited:
- Attending daily three-hour lectures with playback, Monday to Friday,
9:05 AM to 11:55 AM.
- Assisting with discipline and classroom management, including playing audio and video examples from recordings, DVDs and online sources. 
- Reading and marking papers and exams in consultation with the course instructor. 
- Assist with class administration through OWL/BbLearn: this includes moderating online class discussion, posting grades, announcements and links, sound files and images.
Preferably, candidates will contribute to class discussions, participate in musical/instrumental demonstrations, and present a lecture during the term.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
An undergraduate degree in Music is required. Candidates must have excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills. Excellent computer skills, including experience with data spreadsheets and other data collection and processing programs, is required. Knowledge of digital sound and video recording and playback, including troubleshooting audio visual systems, is an asset. Knowledge of European languages (i.e. French, German, Italian, etc.) is desirable.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing (email is preferred) including a cover letter, resume, and a prospective course outline by the application deadline to:
Appointments Committee Chair
Fountain School of Performing Arts, HÂþ»­ University
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2
Fax: (902) 494-2801 Email: performingarts@dal.ca

NOTE: If you are applying for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each positing.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONDITIONAL UPON SUFFICIENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT IN THE COURSE AND APPROVAL BY THE UNIVERSITY.

HÂþ»­ University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER/DEMONSTRATOR POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

POSTING DATE: 15 April 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24 April 2016

POSITION: Teaching Assistant (TA90) - MUSC 2007.06 Guitar: History & Techniques, Summer Term (May 9 – June 24, 2016)

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Fountain School of Performing Arts

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:
The Teaching Assistant work assignments include, but are not limited to:
- Attending daily three-hour lectures, for some or both class sections at:
9:35 AM – 12:25 PM every weekday Monday to Friday; and
6:35 PM – 9:25 PM every weekday Monday to Friday.
- Assisting with discipline and classroom management, including playing audio and video examples from recordings, DVDs and online sources. 
- Reading and marking papers and exams in consultation with the course instructor. 
- Assisting with class administration through OWL/BbLearn (including moderation of online class discussions, posting grades, announcements and links, sound files and images)
Preferably, candidates will contribute to class discussions, participate in musical/instrumental demonstrations, and present a lecture during the term.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
An undergraduate degree in Music is required. Candidates must be able to play the guitar and must have excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills. Excellent computer skills are required. Knowledge of digital sound and video recording and playback, including troubleshooting audio visual systems, is an asset.

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing (email is preferred) including a cover letter, resume, and a prospective course outline by the application deadline to:

Appointments Committee Chair
Fountain School of Performing Arts, HÂþ»­ University
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2
Fax: (902) 494-2801 Email: performingarts@dal.ca

NOTE: If you are applying for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each positing.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONDITIONAL UPON SUFFICIENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT IN THE COURSE AND APPROVAL BY THE UNIVERSITY.

HÂþ»­ University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

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TEACHING ASSISTANT/MARKER/DEMONSTRATOR POSTING
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3H 4R2

POSTING DATE: 15 April 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 24 April 2016

POSITION: Teaching Assistant (TA90), MUSC 2019.03 The Rock ‘n’ Roll Era and Beyond - Summer Term (May 9 – 31, 2016)

DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Fountain School of Performing Arts

PAY RATE: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

WORK ASSIGNMENT:
The Teaching Assistant work assignments include, but are not limited:
- Assist with discipline and classroom management, including invigilating midterm and final exams, and marking of essays. 
- Consult with students at assigned office hours and via Blackboard Learning System (BbLearn) email and discussion boards.
- Read and mark papers in consultation with the course instructor. 
- Assist with class administration through BbLearn: this includes moderating online class discussion, and posting grades, announcements and links, sound files and images. 
The Teaching Assistant may be asked to attend lectures daily, Monday to Thursday, from 1:35 PM to 4:25 PM.
Preferably, the Teaching Assistant will contribute to class discussions and participate in musical/instrumental demonstrations.

REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION:
Bachelor's degree in Music or humanities discipline required, post-graduate education preferred.  Evidence of interest in music and culture.  Familiarity with contemporary music, twentieth-century history, and cultural issues of race, class and gender.  Ability to evaluate and provide constructive feedback on students' ideas. 

If you are interested in the above position, please apply in writing (email is preferred) including a cover letter, resume, and a prospective course outline by the application deadline to:

Appointments Committee Chair
Fountain School of Performing Arts, HÂþ»­ University
Halifax, NS B3H 4R2
Fax: (902) 494-2801 Email: performingarts@dal.ca

NOTE: If you are applying for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each positing.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONDITIONAL UPON SUFFICIENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT IN THE COURSE AND APPROVAL BY THE UNIVERSITY.

HÂþ»­ University is committed to fostering a collegial culture grounded in diversity and inclusiveness. The university encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal people, persons with a disability, racially visible persons, women, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and all qualified candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.