Learning Programs Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY
The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) seeks a detail-oriented, proactive, and mission-driven Learning Programs Assistant to support day-to-day operations of its growing Learning Department. Reporting directly to the Director of Learning, the Learning Programs Assistant will play a key role in facilitating the success of LACO’s in-school programs and community initiatives. This part-time position is ideal for someone interested in arts education, community engagement, and arts administration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with research and outreach to new and prospective partner schools via written and verbal channels
• Track participation, confirmation, and scheduling of classes
• Support communications with Teaching Artists and school contacts as needed
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating classroom observations and artist visits
• Prepare and organize curriculum materials for distribution
• Design, distribute, and collect evaluation forms and surveys
• Support planning and logistics for Learning Department programs and events
• Assist with on-site setup and activity coordination during events
• Collaborate with LACO staff, classroom teachers, fellow Teaching Artists, and LACO musicians as needed
• Support student engagement during Learning Department events
• Conduct site visits and prepare sites for Learning Department programs when necessary
• Act as an ambassador for LACO’s mission
• Participate in other LACO events and collaborations as Department of Learning representatives
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Required
• Basic of knowledge of classical music, orchestral repertoire, and music education
• High organizational skills and excel at time management skills
• A collaborative, self-motived attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail is essential
• Proficiency in basic office computer applications including Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• High degree of flexibility in response to daily shifting priorities
• Ability to multi-task and meet simultaneous deadlines
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Must be able to handle the physical demands commensurate with the position including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Must satisfactorily pass a CA DOJ background check to work with LAUSD partners

Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education or equivalent
• Experience working in arts education or in schools

APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit the following with the subject line “Learning Programs Assistant Application” to learning@laco.org:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two References: (contact information only)

APPLY BY AUGUST 15, 2025