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Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Society, Inc. – LEARNING PROGRAMS ASSISTANT

Apply by AUGUST 15, 2025

 

Job Title: Learning Programs Assistant

Reports to: Director of Learning

Department: Learning

Type: Entry level, Part-time

Rate: $22-28/hr based on experience

Hours: Approx. 15-20 hours/week (flexible schedule based on program needs)

Location: In-person – Los Angeles, CA

 

THE POSITION

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)

 

LACO’S LEARNING PROGRAMS MISSION OVERVIEW

At the heart of LACO’s Learning Programs is a commitment to make high-quality music education accessible, engaging, and meaningful for students of all ages in our local communities. We are rooted in the belief that music education should inspire creativity, curiosity, and connection. Our programs are designed to meet students where they are, building musical literacy, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

 

ABOUT LACO

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s mission is to enrich and connect our community through intimate and transformative musical experiences which exemplify and foster artistic excellence, education and innovation.

The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra was founded in 1968 as an artistic outlet for the film and record studios’ most gifted musicians. The Orchestra’s artistic founder, cellist James Arkatov, envisioned an ensemble that would allow these conservatory-trained players to balance studio work and teaching with pure artistic collaboration at the highest level. With the financial backing of philanthropist Richard Colburn and managerial expertise from attorney Joseph Troy, who also became the Orchestra’s first president, LACO presented its first performances in the fall of 1969. Since then, the 40-member Orchestra has earned a reputation as one of the foremost ensembles of its kind in the world and has been hailed as “America’s finest chamber orchestra” by respected music critic Jim Svejda of KUSC. The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra believes that classical music is a joy to be shared by everyone. Through its Meet the Music program, LACO reaches thousands of elementary school students, most of whom have never experienced a classical concert before, and through Neighborhood Concerts, the Orchestra provides opportunities for new and underserved audiences to develop a love for orchestral music and performance.

 

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra is an Equal Opportunity Employer
LACO actively works to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for our staff, volunteers, and patrons. LACO recognizes the importance of employing people who reflect the diverse backgrounds and life experiences of our audiences and performers in order to create a welcoming program. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, criminal conviction, sex and sexual orientation. LACO is committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment.