Student - Music Grader

Student - Music Grader

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Student

Job Number

FY2706562

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Music

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/15/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Student Class Schedule

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

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Position Announcement

The College Music Course Grader assists the instructor with the evaluation and administration of student coursework in a college-level music class. The grader helps ensure that assignments are evaluated accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner according to grading criteria established by the instructor.

The position is primarily focused on grading and course support rather than classroom instruction.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Grade student assignments, quizzes, worksheets, discussion posts, listening exercises, and other course activities according to instructor-provided rubrics and guidelines.
• Evaluate written assignments for completeness, accuracy, evidence of thoughtful engagement, and understanding of course concepts.
• Record grades accurately in the colleges learning management system.
• Provide brief, constructive feedback to students when appropriate.
• Identify assignments or responses that require the instructors judgment and refer them to the instructor rather than independently making decisions outside established grading guidelines.
• Maintain consistency in grading across students and course sections.
• Assist the instructor in identifying missing assignments, grading discrepancies, or students who may be falling behind.
• Help organize and maintain electronic grading records.
• Communicate regularly with the instructor regarding grading progress, questions, unusual student responses, or concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student grades, academic records, and personal information.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Must be a current UVU Student
• Successful completion of college-level coursework in music, music history, music appreciation, popular music, or a related field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Music major, minor, graduate student, or student with substantial previous coursework in music.
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant, tutor, grader, or music instructor.
• Familiarity with popular music, rock history, music appreciation, or other subject matter covered by the assigned course.
• Ability to recognize when a students response may be technically different from an expected answer but nevertheless demonstrates an accurate understanding of the material.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong knowledge of basic musical terminology and major musical styles, artists, composers, and historical periods relevant to the course.
• Strong reading and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed grading rubrics and apply standards consistently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet grading deadlines.
• Comfortable using Canvas.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment when working with student records.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Student positions are ineligible from the university's full-time employee benefits package and part-time offerings.

For more information on services offered to students, visit https://www.uvu.edu/studentlife/.

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Are you a current UVU student?

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Please enter your UVID.

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Have you completed college-level coursework in music, music history, music appreciation, popular music, or a related field?

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Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu