Flute Assistantship – Seasonal (Summer 2026)
About The Position
Sitka Fine Arts Camp, a leader in arts education, provides interdisciplinary summer programs for kids from around the US and world. Our programs including visual art, music, theater, dance, writing, and Alaska Native Arts have been recognized by both the White House and the National Endowment for the Arts for excellence and innovation in arts education and community building. Students who attend the camps come from all over Alaska as well as many other states, and the faculty consists of top-rate artist educators from all across the U.S. Students participate in five classes each day and explore areas of experience as well as try out new interests. This assistantship is a valuable opportunity for young musicians wanting to gain experience in teaching and managing camp logistics. For more information, visit: www.fineartscamp.org . The Sitka Fine Arts Camp seeks a flutist to assist in music classes and help with music department coordination during Sitka Fine Arts Camp’s Elementary, Middle and High School Camps. Excellent musicianship, commitment to working with students plus a passion for teaching are necessary skills. All the artists and camps are housed at the Sitka Fine Arts Campus, which is undergoing a remarkable renovation and revival thanks to the efforts of hundreds of volunteers and donors. Sitka Fine Arts Camp has a huge return rate for students as we focus on building a supportive community while exploring the arts. If you are interested in a glorious musical adventure in an indescribably beautiful location with the chance to share your talents, collaborate with some wonderful kids and faculty and expand your real-world experiences then this is the assistantship for you.
Requirements
- Excellent musicianship
- Willingness and enthusiasm for working with Middle and High School students
- Passion for education
Responsibilities
- Teach a general music class during SFAC’s Elementary Camp
- Teach a Flute Technique course at Middle and High School Camp
- Assist music faculty in Symphonic Band and Chamber Music at Middle and High School Camp
- Assist in music department set up, equipment coordination, and music library organization
Benefits
- $3,400 stipend
- Shared dormitory style housing on campus from June 6th-July 13th
- Board on campus from June 6th-July 13th
- Free attendance to all campus events
- Access to the Hames Center (on-campus fitness facility)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
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