Job Description

Design and implement individualized teaching programs that develop each student’s technical and musical skills

Provide encouragement, guidance, and direction to students

Organize and support student performance opportunities, including studio recitals, festivals, community events, and RCM exams

Contribute to the academy’s musical community through collaboration with colleagues and participation in academy events

Lead small and large ensembles, group classes, and accompanist duties as needed

This is a full-time, year-round position, with regular hours during the academic year and some seasonal variation in summer (teaching camps, reduced lessons)

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada; those without authorization will not be considered

Wage includes teaching, planning, mentoring, and administrative duties

Medical benefits including extended health, dental, and life insurance

Required languages: English

Education level: Bachelor Degree

Required skills: Hold a minimum Bachelor’s degree in music (Guitar / Ukulele) Have experience teaching private music lessons to a variety of ages and skill levels Possess advanced technical knowledge of the guitar and ukulele Be experienced in teaching and performing a variety of musical genres Have experience accompanying beginner to advanced singers and/or choirs Be familiar with or have experience teaching the RCM Guitar program and other beginner guitar/ukulele methods Have experience teaching beginner group classes and leading student ensembles Have strong English communication skills (oral and written)

Closest intersection: Second Ave and Pemberton Ave