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The Faculty of Music offers a number of positions for Faculty of Music students, as well as a limited number of positions open to students from all Laurier departments. Students can apply for more than one position for which they are eligible. See each position description for more details, including application process.
Academic positions are open only to Faculty of Music students. Applications are open for positions starting in September 2026 or January 2027. Use this form to apply to all academic positions.
Review of applications will begin after June 15, but applications will remain open until all positions are filled. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Theory Tutors (Year 1: MUAC101/102). In-class peer tutor assistance during 9 of the 12 Friday classes in each term, supporting first year students with problem solving and foundational skills. A limited amount of individual or small group tutoring support may be available, to be assigned by the instructor as needed. The Faculty is looking to assign one Peer Tutor to each section of MUAC101 and MUAC102. A tutor may be assigned to two consecutive sections if interested and if needed.
Second-year Music students who earned no less than A- in each of MUAC101 and MUAC102. Exceptionally strong music theory students in Third or Fourth year, willing to invest in learning the missing elements of the new theory curriculum will be considered. Strong interpersonal skills suitable for peer tutoring and a recommendation from a member of the music theory teaching faculty regarding suitability, responsibility, and reliability. Tutors must be available on Fridays from 9:30-10:20 or 10:30-11:20. All applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths, subject to meeting the availability requirements to cover all sections of the course. Preference will be given to students available for both Fall and Winter courses.
Theory Tutors (Year 2: MUAC211/MUAC212). A limited amount of small group or individual tutoring support to be assigned by the instructor as needed.
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. All applicants shall be considered on the basis of their academic strengths. Preference may be given to students majoring in Music Theory or Music Education.
Skills Tutors and Musicianship Tutors (Fall term: MUST201; Winter term: MUST102/MUST202): conduct group sessions with broad appeal to assist students in the various aspects of the skills/musicianship curricula. Piano facility is required to conduct dictation sessions. Please indicate your level of comfort for playing dictation passages from the piano in your cover letter. A very limited amount of individual tutoring may be available..
Third- or fourth-year Music students. Requirements: a minimum of A- in the skills courses at the year-level in which they would like to tutor, strong interpersonal skills suitable for a peer tutoring environment, and a recommendation from a member of the musical skills teaching faculty. Under exceptional circumstances, a second-year student may be considered for first-year classroom assistance.
Markers (all courses above): Limited marking/grading assistance may be offered to approved Tutors.
*rates of pay are subject to change
Varies according to need.
Pianist/Accompanist to accompany the singing students in MUST100: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Non-Voice Majors) and MUST101: Foundational Vocal Techniques (Voice Majors).
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.
*rates of pay are subject to change
Approximately 20-30h total. Class times are:
Accompanists must be available during class times for the section they are accompanying.
Invigilate quizzes, tests, exams in the Faculty of Music as needs arise.
2nd, 3rd or 4th year undergraduate music student of exceptional character and integrity. Recommendation of a member of the Music Faculty.
*rates of pay are subject to change
$19.57/hour
As needed throughout the Fall and Winter terms to assist with proctoring needs in the Faculty.
Applications for this position will be open in September 2026. Please check back for a link to an application form at that time.
This position is open only to Music students. Applications are currently closed.
Both music and non-music students may apply to work as student technicians in the Faculty of Music theatres.
If you are interested in applying, please email LJ Sherratt with a resume and cover letter. The first round of hiring takes place in October. A second round may occur in January depending on staffing needs. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but applicants may not receive a response until the following hiring period.
Both music and non-music students may apply to work as ushers in the Faculty of Music theatres.
The usher position is posted on Navigator in late September or late January or both, depending on staffing needs. Please keep an eye on Navigator during this time. If you have questions about the job description, you may contact Maria Kouznetsova. Please do not email resumes or cover letters, but instead apply directly via the Navigator posting when it is available.
Contact Us:
E:
musicdesk@wlu.ca
T:
548-889-5589
Office Location: M5008
Office Hours:
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.