Graduate Assistantship in Band - University of Texas Arlington
April 22, 2008 – 6:38 pmFor 2008 – 2009
Responsibilities: Assist with teaching and administrative aspects of the total band program. Primary conducting responsibilities with the University Band and Basketball Band. Manage instrument inventory. Perform in the Wind Ensemble each semester. Conducting opportunities with the UTA Wind Ensemble and Concert Band as assigned. Additional duties as required by the needs of the department.
Stipend: $6500 (approx.) for the 9-month academic year (September-May), and a benefits package.
Tuition and fees: Waiver for out-of-state tuition and fees.
Benefits: A benefits package that includes medical, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance is also provided. At the present time, half of the cost of these benefits is paid by the state; coverage begins 90 days after the first day of employment. Optional vision and dental insurance is available for a small fee.
Renewal: Renewal is based on an annual review of the Graduate Students academic performance, performance of assigned duties, needs of the department, and available funds.
Application Deadline: May 1, 2008. Assistantships are contingent upon prior acceptance to The Graduate School, but we will consider your application while admission is pending.
Date of Appointment: August, 2008
The Department of Music: The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Music, consisting of over 300 music majors and 46 full-time and adjunct faculty, offers the graduate degree Master of Music with a concentration in Music Education. A flexible degree plan offers the graduate student an opportunity to mold the curriculum to their individual interests.
The Bands at UTA: The bands at UT Arlington consist of three concert ensembles, marching band and basketball pep band. The Wind Ensemble has performed at Carnegie Hall and TMEA and CBDNA conferences. The Marching Band is one of only a handful of college marching bands without football responsibilities and tours the region annually.
Application: Send a letter of application, resume (vitae), and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references to:
Dr. Douglas Stotter
Director of Bands
P.O. Box 19105
The University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX 76019-0105
Do not forward audio/video tapes until requested. For more information, call or email: dstotter@uta.edu, 817.272.2442
The University of Texas at Arlington is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
