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Student Jobs

The Faculty of Music offers a number of positions for Faculty of Music students. Fill out an application form (not yet open for 2025-26 but will be posted soon!) to be considered for the positions below. Students can apply for more than one position.

Applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Job Postings

The following jobs will be accepting applications: 

Instructional Assistant: Tutors and Markers

Job Description: Year 1 Music Theory

Theory Tutors (Year 1: MUAC101/102).  A limited amount of one-on-one or small group tutoring support, to be assigned by the instructor according to specific remedial requirements on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications: Year 1 Music Theory

Third- or fourth-year Music students who earned no less than A- in each of MU161, MU162, MU266 and (or equivalent.) Strong interpersonal skills suitable for peer tutoring and a recommendation from a member of the music theory teaching faculty regarding suitability, responsibility, and reliability. Exceptionally strong students in second year may be considered if needed. As this is the first year of a new curriculum, tutors must be willing to learn new skills based on the needs of the expanded curriculum. Preference will be given to students majoring in Music Theory and Music Education, but all applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths.

Job Description: Year 2 Music Theory

Theory Tutors (Year 2: MU266/268). A limited amount of one-on-one or small group tutoring support, to be assigned by the instructor according to specific remedial requirements on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications: Year 2 Music Theory

Third- or fourth-year Music students who earned no less than A- in each of MU161, MU162, MU266 and MU268 (or equivalent.) Strong interpersonal skills suitable for peer tutoring and a recommendation from a member of the music theory teaching faculty regarding suitability, responsibility, and reliability. Preference will be given to students majoring in Music Theory and Music Education, but all applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths.

Rate of Pay: All Tutors

*rates of pay are subject to change

  • $23.34/hour for second-year undergraduate
  • $26/hour for third-year undergraduate
  • $28.64/hour for fourth- or fifth-year undergraduate
  • $19.54-22.19/hour for marking

Number of Hours

Varies according to need.

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Proctors

Job Description

Invigilate quizzes, tests, exams in the Faculty of Music as needs arise.

Qualifications

2nd, 3rd or 4th year undergraduate music student of exceptional character and integrity. Recommendation of a member of the Music Faculty.

Rate of Pay

*rates of pay are subject to change

$19.57/hour

Number of Hours

As needed throughout the Fall and Winter terms to assist with proctoring needs in the Faculty.

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Music Inventory Coordinator (2 positions)

Job Description

  • At least one candidate must be a percussion or drum set major
  • These roles assist with tasks not related to curricular responsibilities
  • Training to take place during the second half of August and during Orientation Week

Duties Include (to be divided between two positions):

  • Create and maintain schedules for lending of concert percussion, drum set and backline equipment
  • Weekly classroom reset
  • Ensure inventory files are up to date
  • Coordinate & organize equipment storage room
  • Coordinate the signing out of equipment to students and curricular activities
  • Coordinate the booking and training of students using the recording studio
  • Move and maintain equipment for external renters and instances outside of regular curricular requirements, including updating inventory files
  • Ensure percussion studio and storage spaces are organized
  • Proactively monitor the condition of Faculty-owned musical instruments and equipment, identifying and reporting any maintenance or repair needs to supervisor in a timely manner

Qualifications

  • Current Faculty of Music student
  • Experience with one of (or all) backline, drum-set, and/or Percussion equipment
  • Demonstrated organization, interpersonal, and time management skills
  • A strong sense of initiative, able to work independently, self-starter
  • Requires lifting up to 25lb

Rate of pay

  • $22/hr

Number of Hours

  • 5-12 hours per week

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Pianist/Accompanist for MUST100 & MUST101 (up to 5 positions)

Job Description

Pianist/Accompanist to accompany the singing students in MUST100: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Non-Voice Majors) and MUST101: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Voice Majors).

Qualifications

Preference will be given to 4th year piano students, Chamber Diploma Students and students who have completed the accompanying courses. Under exceptional circumstances, a 2nd or 3rd year student may be considered. Strong sight reader with capabilities in multiple genres is required. Recommendation of the Piano Faculty.

Rate of Pay

*rates of pay are subject to change

  • $26/hour for third-year undergraduate
  • $28.64/hour for fourth- or fifth-year undergraduate

Number of Hours

Approximately 20-30h total. Class times are:
Tues/Thurs 8:30 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
Tues/Thurs 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m.
Tues/Thurs 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.

Accompanists must be available during class times for the section they are accompanying.

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Laurier Singers and Concert Choir Accompanists

Job Description: Rehearsal pianist to accompany Laurier Singers or Concert Choir and coach unaccompanied singing during rehearsals. May also include accompanying during performances.

Qualifications

  • Open score reading
  • Strong sight reading skills
  • Ability to extract and play parts

Rate of pay

  • $26/hour for third year undergraduate
  • $28.64/hour for fourth or fifth year undergraduate

Hours per week/schedule

  • 4-6 hours a week
  • Must be available during rehearsals for the ensemble to which assigned
    • Concert Choir: Mondays and Wednesdays 4 p.m. to 5:20 p.m.
    • Laurier Singers: Mondays and Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.
  • Start date: September 8, 2025

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