LACO Teaching Artist

Overview The LACO Teaching Artist cohort is a vibrant community of composers, performers, and educators who bring music to life for students across Los Angeles County through accessible and engaging music curricula. Selected by the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra for their artistic excellence and passion for education, LACO Teaching Artists are young professionals who are looking to further their teaching experience and expand their impact within and beyond the classroom. Working closely with the Director of Learning, Teaching Artists will lead students in immersive experiences centered on active listening, movement, collaborative learning, and creative expression. This is an opportunity to inspire the next generation while deepening your own artistic and pedagogical practices. LACO Teaching Artists are not only skilled musicians and composers, but also empathetic educators committed to equity, creativity, and community impact. Residencies Meet the Artists (September-November): an 8-week repertoire-focused program immersing students in concert repertoire and living composers Meet the Music (January-April): a 10-week composition-focused program where students create original works and explore individuality Teaching Artists play a vital role in LACO’s broader learning initiatives, including participating in Family Days, mentoring students from the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA), and participating in special projects, which may fall outside the regular season. Responsibilities Lead students in immersive experiences centered on active listening, movement, collaborative learning, and creative expression. Work closely with the Director of Learning to support LACO’s learning initiatives. Application Requirements Resume: outlining both artistic and teaching experience Personal Statement: no longer than 500 words Work Sample: (at least 5 minutes in length, any instrumentation, string ensemble preferred) Teaching Sample: (optional, strongly encouraged) Submit a 3-5 minute video breaking down one of the following foundational principles of music for elementary students. (i.e., you introducing the concept or you leading an activity within that concept.) Rhythm Melody Harmony Two References: (contact information only) How to Apply Email your materials with the subject line “Teaching Artist Application” to View email address on click.appcast.io and include the following in the body of the email: Full Legal Name Preferred Email (if different from the one you’re sending from) Phone Number School/Affiliated Organization, if applicable, or: how you heard about this opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr