Join the ETM-LA Team

ETM-LA’s internship program gives new teachers an opportunity to gain classroom teaching experience in Elementary General Music, Middle School General Music, and Elementary Instrumental Instruction. This is a paid semester internship, where Music Teacher Interns are paired with an ETM-LA Music Teacher to shadow partial or full days of teaching (about 7:40 AM- 2:30 PM), twice a week. Music Teacher Interns will be hired on a Level 1 or Level 2 basis; dependent upon education and experience. Additionally, ETM-LA Interns work closely with an Instructional Supervisor and Music Teacher – Mentor. Interns who successfully complete the semester-long internship program have been offered a role as regular substitute teachers with ETM-LA and also Music Teacher positions, as availability opens up at our new and existing partner schools.

The Music Teacher Intern will observe and assist the Music Teacher with a comprehensive, sequential, and standards-based music curriculum according to the Education Through Music (ETM) model that serves all students and teaches musical literacy, practical musical skills, content knowledge, transferable skills, and higher order thinking. Lead meaningful performances in which students can apply learned skills and knowledge as assigned by the Music Teacher – Mentor. Build a music program that becomes an indispensable part of school culture and identity which connects to the broader school community.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Responsibilities for Level 1: 

• Assist with school-wide concerts (Winter & Spring) in which all students perform two to three pieces of music, respectively. This includes leading rehearsal for and conducting one song. Other tasks include assisting with all logistics – sound, lighting, staging, etc.
• Assist with managing student behavior to maintain an optimal learning environment that is orderly, productive, free of unnecessary distractions, respectful and safe.
• Assist with recording student progress toward learning goals based on the ETM benchmarks. This includes the use of formal rubrics customized to measure comprehension/learning for various specific lesson plans provided by the music teacher.
• Assist the music teacher with the creation of the classroom’s visually-engaging bulletin board and maintain keeping the music classroom print-rich, visually engaging, neat, organized and welcoming.
• Provide support and reinforce the classroom procedures and routines by which students know exactly what is expected of them and how they may interact with others to participate successfully that have been provided by the music teacher. This includes the consistent use of seating charts, posters and rules and consequences.
• Participate in ETM-LA Institute training sessions and proactively pursue professional development by utilizing and applying ETM-LA Institute content, concepts, and resources. These trainings occur throughout the year in the summer, fall, winter, and spring. It is your responsibility to plan accordingly to be in attendance.
• Commit to growing as a music teacher in order to be culturally responsive to our students and communities.
• Timely, responsive, and constructive communication in person and through phone/email with ETM-LA and school staff.
• Complete weekly assigned readings
• Create and maintain a portfolio that includes a weekly observation journal and unit plan.
• Ensembles Only: Assist Music Mentor – Teacher to keep accurate records and maintenance of materials and instrument inventory.
• Complete timecard daily through ADP.

Job Responsibilities for Level 2 (with the understanding and expectation that the essential functions of Level 1 have been mastered): 

• Responsible for leading and teaching a class assigned by the Music Teacher-Mentor. This includes leading rehearsal for and conducting two (2) songs for the assigned class for the school-wide concerts (Winter & Spring).
• Other tasks include assisting withall logistics – sound, lighting, staging, etc.
• Create a visually-engaging bulletin board for your assigned class. Assist the music teacher with the maintenance of keeping the music classroom print-rich, visually engaging, neat, organized and welcoming.
• Create lesson plans and teach assigned class weekly.
• Ensembles Only: Keep accurate records and maintain all materials and instrument inventory with the oversight of the Music Teacher – Mentor.

Other Functions: 

• Lifting and moving musical equipment, materials and supplies.
• Cleaning the music room.
• Using Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar, MS Word, Excel and other software to create items needed for the music classroom
• Regular use of work email to communicate with ETM-LA staff.
• Assist with inventory and secure classroom instruments, including tuning ukuleles, guitars, replacing drum heads, proper storage, etc.
• General assistance at organizational events, including administrative tasks and managing students.
• Assisting with other school-based musical events.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree (or in progress, and a minimum of Junior standing) in Music or related field. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in music or related field preferred.
• Some classroom experience, working with children or student teaching.
• Vocal or instrumental performance capabilities. Advanced vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, particularly guitar, piano, or voice desired.
• Certification in Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, and/or other music teaching pedagogies

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of musical theory and notation literacy. Advanced knowledge of musical notation and theory literacy preferred.
• Knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres. Specialized knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres, particularly choral. State teacher certification. Practical understanding of music pedagogy, educational theory, and child development preferred.
• Proficient in Google Suite including but not limited to: Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar; Microsoft (MS) Office including MS Word and MS Excel; and other software to create items needed for the music classroom
• Proficient in online learning platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom, RingCentral, etc.)
• Possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Ability to follow instructions

Pay & Work Schedule:

• Semester-long internship
• $18.47 per hour for Level 1; $20.00 per hour for Level 2
• Hours: Part-Time; Seasonal & Temporary; ~10-14 hours per week

Working Conditions: 

School environment located throughout Los Angeles County. Must use your own vehicle, or have reliable transportation, for work purposes other than driving to and from work (such as running errands for work). 

General Information:

• In order to apply, interested candidates must complete the Employment Application and attach the following:
  • One-page cover letter (between 150-300 words) 
  • One-page resume
  • Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
  • Copy of Transcript (Official Transcripts may be required upon hire) and Credential Copy (if applicable)
• A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live scan may affect the application status of applicants
• TB Test mandate. Failure to satisfactorily complete the TB Test with certificate of tuberculosis clearance may affect the application status of applicants
• The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements as a condition of employment
• For questions please email info@etmla.org

Equal Employment Opportunity:

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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The Music Teacher Mentor I will be a full-time, non-exempt employee. The Music Teacher Mentor I will report to the Director of Programs and will work closely with the Director of Programs, Instructional Supervisors, and the Director of Community Affairs & Partnerships to ensure effective music education on a daily basis. Responsibilities include planning and implementing a comprehensive, sequential, and standards-based music curriculum according to the ETM-LA model that serves all students and teaches musical literacy, practical musical skills, content knowledge, transferable skills, and higher-order thinking; leading meaningful performances in which students can apply learned skills and knowledge; mentoring emerging practitioners and interns; providing guidance, support, and continuous assessment to interns for their professional development and improvement in the teaching-learning process; supporting culturally responsive teaching and professional development; building a music program that becomes an indispensable part of school culture and identity which connects to the broader school community.

Job Description:

Essential Functions which must be performed/completed to achieve the objectives of this position:

Music Teaching Functions

• Prepare and teach engaging, differentiated, age-appropriate, grade specific music lessons with a clear and concise aim, based on the ETM-LA benchmarks, where students understand what is expected of them to be successful.
• Produce a minimum of two school-wide concerts (Winter & Spring) in which all students perform two to three pieces of music, respectively. This includes managing all logistics – sound, lighting, staging, etc.
• Manage student behavior to maintain an optimal learning environment that is orderly, productive, free of unnecessary distractions, respectful and safe.
• Assess and record student progress toward learning goals based on the ETM benchmarks. This includes the use of formal rubrics customized to measure comprehension/learning for various specific lesson plans.
• Create and maintain a classroom that is print-rich, visually engaging, neat, organized and welcoming. This can possibly include a music content specific bulletin board that is changed once per month.
• Develop and implement specific classroom procedures and routines by which students understand and demonstrate what is expected and how they may interact with others to participate successfully. This includes the consistent use of seating charts, posters and rules and consequences.
• Participate in ETM-LA Institute training sessions and proactively pursue professional development by utilizing and applying ETM-LA Institute content, concepts, and resources. These trainings occur throughout the year in the summer, fall, winter, and spring. It is your responsibility to plan accordingly to be in attendance. *Specific dates (TBD)
• Commit to growing as a music teacher in order to be culturally responsive to our students and communities.
• Timely, responsive, and constructive communication in person and through phone/email with ETM-LA and school staff.
• Present parent and academic workshops at your school site as needed.
• Complete timecard daily.

Mentorship

• Provide support to Music Teacher (MT) Interns in classroom management, music pedagogy, and instructional growth and development. 
• Guide and train MT Interns in developing musical activities, lesson plans, curriculum, assessments strategies and assisting with performances based on ETM-LA benchmarks and ETM-LA training materials.
• Review lesson plans with MT Interns in the field prior to implementation in the classroom. 
• Advise and discuss with MT Interns on proper introductory maintenance and tracking of instruments/equipment (inventory).
• Assist with presenting professional development workshops and related support to academic teachers.
• Assist with advising MT Interns on being culturally responsive to school environments.
• Provide ongoing video recordings of MT Intern activities and demo lessons to assist the Instructional Supervisor’s evaluation and progress of the MT Intern.
• Assist the Instructional Supervisor by providing written and verbal feedback of the overall MT Intern’s progress.

Other Functions:

1. Lifting and moving musical equipment, materials and supplies.
2. Cleaning the music room.
3. Using Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar, MS Word, Excel and other software to create concert programs and instructional materials.
4. Regular use of email to communicate with ETM-LA staff.
5. Maintain, inventory and secure classroom instruments, including tuning ukuleles, guitars, replacing drum heads, proper storage, etc.
6. General assistance at organizational events, including administrative tasks and managing students.
7. Leading other school-based musical events.

Supervisory Responsibility, if any:
Supervision of up to but not limited to 35 students for regular classroom activities and up to 200 students for special events.

Working Conditions:
School environment located throughout Los Angeles County. Must use your own vehicle, or have reliable transportation, for work purposes other than driving to and from work (such as running errands for work).

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or related field. State teacher certification is a plus, specifically a state certification in California.
• 3 years primary or secondary classroom teaching experience required.
• 1 year minimum of mentorship experience.
• Additional certification, i.e., Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze and/or other music teaching pedagogies preferred.
• Experience in vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, basic guitar or piano.
• Experience in Choral/Instrumental Conducting preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic practical understanding of music pedagogy, educational theory, and child development.
• Knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres. 
• Knowledge/experience with under-resourced Los Angeles communities, educational theory, and child development. 
• Exceptional communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. 
• Computer literate, including MS Office Suite.

Pay & Work Schedule

• Salary Range: $48,000-$60,000, commensurate with education and experience. This is a Full-Time, salaried, non-exempt position
• Benefits include: health, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan opportunities.
• Location of Office: Burbank, CA

General Information:

• Applications received through April 1, 2024, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.To apply, complete the Employment Application and attach the following documents:

1. 1. One page cover letter
   2. One page resume
   3. Names and Contact Info of three (3) professional references

• • A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live scan may affect the application status of applicants
  • TB Test mandate. Failure to satisfactorily complete the TB Test with certificate of tuberculosis clearance may affect the application status of applicants
  • The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements as a condition of employment

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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The Instructional Supervisor (with an emphasis on Band & General Music) will be a full-time, exempt position and will directly report to and will work closely with the Director of Programs as part of the Programs team at Education Through Music-Los Angeles. The Instructional Supervisor will provide effective instructional supervision to nurture student achievement, well-being, and overall development, and create deep, invaluable musical and educational opportunities. Provide guidance, support, and continuous assessment to teachers for their professional development and improvement in the teaching-learning process. The Instructional Supervisor will assist with the cultivation of school partnerships, including maintaining strong relationships and communications with school leadership and community members. Contribute to ETM-LA’s professional development knowledge base, resources, and overall teacher training capabilities.

Job Description:

On-Site or Virtual School Visits (25%)

• On-site visits to mentor music teachers as needed or directed.
• Develop, maintain, and document relationships with school principals via check-in visits.
• Track what equipment and resources are at the school, determine what is needed based on existing resources, the music teachers’ skills and teaching arrangement, and procure needed materials.
• Guide music teachers on being culturally responsive to school environments.
• Document details of school visits and what was accomplished at such visits.
• Document music teacher activities formally and informally through on-site/virtual observations focused on lesson planning, pedagogy, classroom management, classroom environment, age-appropriate content, integration, and assessment.
• Informally and formally observe music teachers’ instruction and provide written and verbal feedback.
• Conduct model teaching and team teaching, as necessary.
• Provide music teacher class coverage as needed.

Instructional Support (25%)

• Provide support to music teachers in classroom management, music pedagogy, principal, and parent/stakeholder communication.
• Guide and train music teachers in developing musical activities, lesson plans, curriculum, assessments strategies and producing performances based on ETM-LA benchmarks and ETM-LA training materials.
• Teach music classes as needed.
• Review music teachers’ lesson plans weekly before lessons are taught and provide feedback.
• Recommend resources for music teachers to use in the classroom from the ETM-LA music library and elsewhere.
• Support development and administration of skills assessment tests for students.
• Train music teachers on recruiting & reconciling inventory sheets.
• Facilitate and attend performances and events including Bagels With The Band/Sweets With Strings, Music Unites the World Festival, and community performances.
• Provide professional development workshops and related support to academic teachers.
• Work with partner schools to develop appropriate parent engagement workshops.

Supervisory Support (25%)

• Ensure proper supervision, mentoring and Performance evaluation of all ETM-LA music teachers.
• Review weekly time sheets for accuracy and follow up on any discrepancies.
• Manage/Approve time off requests and arrange for substitute coverage when necessary.
• Conduct regular performance check-ins to ensure Teacher is on track and to discuss any concerns.
• Compile and administer (in conjunction with Human Resources and Director or Programs) Performance Improvement Plans & Performance Action Plans as needed.
• Track ETM-LA attendance and ensure all music teachers receive required training.
• Attend Professional Development to engage and learn new strategies for growth and development.
• Continued growth in the latest technical/digital platforms.

Operational Support (15%) 

• Work with Music Teachers to collect class rosters, image releases, student grades and evaluation data for the Director of Programs to provide to the Evaluation Department.
• Track inventory and maintain resources in the ETM-LA Library & Office
• Oversee and approve any reimbursements submitted by your teachers.
• Train teachers to manage instrument inventories and instrument return process and communications.
• Facilitate instrument days or nights by coordinating logistics, scheduling and follow-up.
• Handle instrument repairs, returns and inventory.
• Collect student work/quotes/stories for the Director of Programs as needed in conjunction with communications/development projects to promote ETM-LA’s mission.- to provide to the Development Department.
• Provide support for ETM-LA’s Annual Music Unites the World Festival bringing together students from across LA County for two days of musical learning and culminating performances.

Teacher Recruitment (10%)

• Participate in Group Demo Sessions to identify potential Teacher candidates.
• Attend career/recruiting events to promote/recruit Teachers for ETM-LA.
• Championing our mission as a representative in your communities.
• Conduct face to face interviews and recommend applicants for hire as assigned.

Other Functions:

• Instructional document creation and management
• Design and implementation of new projects and materials as necessary
• General assistance at organizational events, including administrative tasks and managing students.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.

Supervisory Responsibility (if any):

Supervision of up to 35 children in regular classroom activities and up to 200 for special events.

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment and LA public and parochial school classrooms located
throughout LA county. Regular field travel required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or related field
• Experience
  • Two years primary or secondary classroom teaching experience
• Specific Skills
  • Vocal/instrumental performance capabilities
• Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc.
  • Musical theory and notation literacy.
  • Understanding of music pedagogy, knowledge/experience with under-resourced
  • Los Angeles communities, educational theory, and child development.
  • Knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literate, including MS Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education
  • Master’s Degree
• Experience
  • 5 years primary or secondary classroom teaching experience, preferably in the under-resourced, low-income area communities
  • Staff/project management
• Specific Skills
  • Advanced vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, particularly guitar, piano, and vocal
  • Choral/Instrumental Conducting
• Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc.
  • State teacher certification
  • Advanced practical understanding of music pedagogy, educational theory, and child development
  • Additional certification, i.e., Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze and/or other music teaching pedagogies

Salary Range: $70,304-$78,000/yr commensurate with education and experience. This is a Full-Time, exempt position.

Benefits include: health, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan opportunities.

Location of Office: Burbank, CA

To apply, complete the Employment Application and attach the following documents:

1. One page cover letter
2. One page resume
3. Names and Contact Info of three (3) professional references

• A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live
  scan may affect the application status of applicants
• TB Test mandate. Failure to satisfactorily complete the TB Test with certificate of
  tuberculosis clearance may affect the application status of applicants
• The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements as a condition of employment

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

APPLY HERE

Los Angeles County Dept. of Arts & Culture Internship Program:
Education Through Music-LA

Events & Outreach INTERN

Paid Internship: $17.87/hour; effective July 1, 2026 the rate will be $18.47/hour – 400 hours to be completed between June 1, 2026-March 1, 2027

Job Description

The Events & Outreach Intern will work with the Education Through Music-LA staff to assist with event and program/community outreach and support, create marketing collateral, and develop external partnerships to further the mission of ETM-LA. Additionally, the Events & Outreach Intern will create social media posts, assist with spotlight stories and obtain quotes/footage, and assist with program and development data evaluation/assessment to develop a deeper understanding of the data for marketing purposes. 

Qualifications

The intern should display an earnest interest in arts education and must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable. Interest in the coordination of special events, community outreach, Communications/PR, and writing, media/film, social media, Canva, & engaging with people is favorable for this position. Basic computer skills, such as Google Workspace, Word, and Excel, are necessary. Being an initiative taker and a team player with an interest in the field of education, a positive attitude, personal motivation, and a desire to learn about nonprofit organizations are also a must.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit ETM-LA’s Application and include a one-page resume and cover letter (between 1,000-2,000 characters, including spaces). Please address the letter to Victoria Lanier, Executive Director of Education Through Music-Los Angeles. If you have any questions, email info@etmla.org.

Eligibility Requirements:

2026 Arts Internship positions will be open to currently enrolled undergraduate (2 or 4-year) and community college students who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County. Recent graduates may apply as long as they have completed their degree between May 1 – December 1, 2026. The Department of Arts and Culture encourages eligible students from all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as disabled students, to apply. Eligible students may participate in the program once.

Note:

• Students who have already earned a BA, BS, or a higher degree are not eligible for the Los Angeles County Arts Internship Program.
• High school students who are co-enrolled in college classes are not eligible.
• Students who have previously participated in the program are not eligible to participate a second time.
• Students must possess the legal right to work in the United States.
• Students who are invited to participate in the program will be asked to provide verification of eligibility via college transcripts, driver’s license, and other documents to show enrollment status and/or LA County residence.

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

This internship is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture. For additional information on LACDAC, the Arts Internship Program, and for a complete list of all the internships offered, click here.

The Operations Coordinator will be a full-time, non-exempt employee. The Operations Coordinator will directly report to and will work closely with the Executive Director, Human Resources Manager and the Finance & Operations Manager as part of the Human Resources and Finance & Operations teams at Education Through Music-Los Angeles. The Operations Coordinator will help further the mission by helping to manage and steward ETM-LA’s internal policies, staffing, human resources, ETM-LA’s resources, cash flow, and assets; they will be part of the culture to ensure that every child, regardless of socio-economic status, receives quality music education in order to reach their fullest potential.

Human Resources (50%)

• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records
• Provides administrative and project support to the HR Department
• Assists the HR Manager with new hire orientation, completion of paperwork, and the creation of both physical and electronic personnel files
• Assists in the initial systems setup for new staff (e.g. email, time-keeping systems)
• Oversees Time Off Request administration
• Updates employee change status and personal information in all Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS’s)
• Troubleshoots HRIS issues
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, and hiring processes; refers more complex questions to the HR Manager or the Finance & Operations Manager
• Sets up interviews and emails interview template confirmation to candidates
• Assists with reference checks as needed
• Assists the HR Manager in maintaining accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation
• Assists with ensuring policies are up to date in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Assists with training employees on policies and procedures
• Assists, when needed, in employee relations matters and workers compensation
• In conjunction with the Administrative Coordinator, assists with planning and execution of special events such as organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations
• Performs other HR-related duties as assigned

Finance (30%)

• Conducts bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, receipts, data entry, and check printing
• Prepares first drafts of financial statements (quarterly and as needed for development)
• Processes monthly reimbursements
• Acts as liaison with vendors for purchase orders, invoices, and accounting issues
• Assists with document preparation for financial audit and worker’s compensation audit, under the direction of the Finance & Operations Manager
• Maintains fixed assets records
• Records and processes in-kind contributions

Operations (20%)

• Assists with maintaining IT and computer systems, including network, back-up systems, new employee email accounts, and telecommunications
• Manages the distribution and check in/out process of all music supplies, instruments, equipment, resources, and reference books
• Prepares data for Salesforce uploads
• Drafts vendor contracts using ETM-LA templates, for review by the Finance & Operations Manager
• Completes initial reviews and summaries of external contract drafts and professional development resources, to be reported to the Finance & Operations Manager
• Assists with office management, mail, deliveries, and organizing physical and digital records as needed
• Supports the Program Assistant as needed with inventory management and donations
• Acts as a liaison between attendees, vendors, and staff for ETM-LA meetings, events, and conferences

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. 1 year of experience required; additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of up to 2 years of the required education
• Nonprofit experience preferred
• Specialized knowledge or experience in ADP, Quickbooks, and/or Salesforce preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong interpersonal skills
• Superior organizational skills
• Ability to: prioritize tasks; highly detailed-oriented; act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Must be customer service oriented; able to deal with difficult and confidential situations.
• Intermediate to strong in office software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Suite; ability to learn new software such as ADP, Quickbooks, and Salesforce
• Maintaining a flexible and coachable attitude
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• An initiative-taker
• Ability to multitask
• Mission-driven

Working Conditions:

Office environment with possible travel each quarter to partner schools or clients located throughout Los Angeles County. Occasional travel outside Los Angeles may be required. Must have reliable transportation to and from work; occasional errands for working duties may be assigned. Mileage will be reimbursed by ETM-LA.

Pay and Work Schedule:

• $21.64-$24.04/hr., dependent upon qualifications. Full-Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday, with occasional over-time required for special events. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. 
• Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan opportunities
• Location of office: Burbank, CA

General Information: 

To apply, complete the online application and include the following documents:

1. One page cover letter
2. One page resume
3. Copy of academic transcript (official transcripts may be required upon hire)
4. Names and Contact Info of three (3) professional references
   • A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live scan may affect the application status of applicants.

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The Communications Coordinator will be a full-time, non-exempt employee. The Communications Coordinator will directly report to and will work closely with the Executive Director and will work closely with the Development & PR Manager as part of the Development and Communications team at Education Through Music-Los Angeles. The Communications Coordinator works closely with the Development Department to help produce marketing collateral, oversee media relations, develop external partnerships to further the mission of ETM-LA, and maintain consistent branding. The Coordinator must be creative and have excellent writing/verbal skills. This position takes the lead in some video projects, and supports the marketing efforts with editing and high-level writing projects.

Brand Awareness & Messaging (35%)

• Create content supporting multiple channels like print and digital collateral (newsletters, brochures, annual report, “Welcome” emails), videos, and website to increase ETM-LA’s visibility and build greater brand awareness with Executive Director/Dev. Manager.
• Develop and implement consistent messaging that clearly and consistently articulates ETM-LA’s brand promise that resonates with all diverse target audiences.
• Gather and maintain analytics and ads for website and make changes to website and marketing based on the statistics; build audience awareness on all online platforms.
• Help send out major ETM-LA announcements and news to local and national print, online and television media.

Event & Outreach Support (25%) 

• Provide support for fundraising events including: preparing ETM-LA’s event table, building relevant materials to cater to the specific event/branding, assisting with materials for silent auctions and raffles, posting on social media, and assisting with event correspondence.
• Assist with the management of the collection of photos/videos; assist with collecting quotes and stories from the field, and sharing outcomes.
• Provide support of gathering and building program information (periodic updates for publications, information, evaluation, etc.).

Media Relations (25%)

• Help send out major ETM-LA announcements and news to local and national print, online and television media.
• Assist with the development of news releases for major ETM-LA announcements and events.
• Help write and pitch story ideas to key target media.

Cause Marketing (10%) 

• Support general duties for the Executive Director.

• Manage and schedule the Executive Director’s calendar.

Other (5%)

• Performance other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Writing, Literature, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Marketing or related field. 2 years of experience required; up to 2 years of the required education may be substituted for additional years of experience.
• Specialized knowledge or experience in social media, business style writing, proofreading, interviewing, event planning, analytics, interfacing and engaging with audience/donors.
• Nonprofit experience is desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Superior organizational skills. 
• Ability to conduct research online, to meet deadlines, to write and edit in response to guidelines and feedback, as well as to write and edit independently.
• Expertise in database management and using office software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Suite; ability to learn new software such as WordPress publishing. Experience with Salesforce database preferred. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, small to mid-sized organization as part of a collaborative environment.
• A consummate team player.
• An initiative-taker. 
• Ability to multitask.
• Advanced Excel techniques, public speaking, technical writing.
• Mission-driven.  

Working Conditions:

Office environment with possible travel each quarter to partner schools or clients located throughout Los Angeles County. Occasional travel outside Los Angeles may be required. Must have reliable transportation to and from work; occasional errands for working duties may be assigned. Mileage will be reimbursed by ETM-LA.

Pay and Work Schedule:

• $20.19-$27.00/hr., dependent upon qualifications. Full-Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday, with occasional over-time required for special events. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. 
• Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan opportunities
• Location of office: Burbank, CA

General Information: 

To apply, complete the Employment Application and attach the following documents:

1. One page cover letter
2. One page resume
3. Copy of academic transcript (official transcripts may be required upon hire)
4. Names and contact information of three (3) professional references

• A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live
  scan may affect the application status of applicants

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.