JMU317Y1 - Jazz Arranging

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for the JMU317Y1 - Jazz Arranging course at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto. The course covers instrumental and vocal arranging for various jazz ensembles, from duos to large jazz bands and studio orchestras. The contract runs from September 2026 to April 2027, with classes held on Tuesdays from 1-3 pm. The estimated course enrollment is 10 students, and there is no TA support. The salary for this position is $13,396.62.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in jazz or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive knowledge of jazz repertoire
• Extensive experience as a jazz arranger, composer, and band leader
• Demonstrated excellence teaching jazz arranging at the university level

Responsibilities

• Define course objectives
• Prepare course materials
• Provide clear guidelines on course requirements and regulations
• Teach classes as scheduled
• Administer and evaluate student assignments
• Prepare and submit final grades in accordance with policy
• Maintain reasonable hours of student consultation outside scheduled class hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level