Early Childhood Instructor, MRU Conservatory

Job title:

Early Childhood Instructor, MRU Conservatory

Company

Mount Royal University

Job description

Job TitleEarly Childhood Instructor, MRU ConservatoryRequisition #X00003.167Job TypeContractUnion or Employee GroupExemptClassificationPosition End Date (if applicable)LocationMRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)PostingAbout MRUFounded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Today, Mount Royal offers 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors, along with a wide range of diploma and certificate options. It boasts a diverse community with nearly 16,000 credit students, more than 5,500 non-credit students and about 1,700 employees.As a student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal is known for its top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Grounded in community, Mount Royal is a place where faculty, staff and alumni can know each other by name – and where everyone is welcome. Learn more about Mount Royal’s strategic academic direction at .Mount Royal is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.Mount Royal is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.About the RoleMount Royal Conservatory, within the Faculty of Continuing Education, invites applications for two part-time credit-free Early Childhood Music Instructor positions. Applicants can apply for both positions if proficient in both, or apply for just one of the positions. The successful candidates will offer comprehensive early childhood music training to students in “Music with Your Baby”, “Music and Movement” and/or Kodaly group classes. The teaching assignment will be for weekends and with the possibility of weekdays, late afternoons, and early evenings as well.We are seeking instructors with the ability to teach either one or both of the following course(s):Position 1) Instructor for Kodaly Group ClassesThe MRU Conservatory Early Childhood Music curricula is broad-based with a strong focus on using the Kodaly Method philosophy and development techniques for early childhood music instruction. The successful candidate will be energetic, motivated, and passionate about children and childhood development through music. Advanced training in the Kodaly method is required. The instructor will work collaboratively with the early childhood music coordinator to foster the growth of the program.ResponsibilitiesInstruction: course delivery including lesson preparation, course activities, and assessments; andAdministration: submit course attendance sheets, course outline signature forms, final assessments upon course completion, and participate in scheduled program meetings.QualificationsThe instructor must bring expertise in early childhood music, including in-depth knowledge of Kodaly music education with knowledge of Orff, Suzuki, and Dalcroze music education techniques as an asset.Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Education (professional equivalency will be considered) and Kodaly diploma levels preferred; musicianship and pedagogy training; experience working with young children; teaching experience; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; energetic and enthusiastic person.Position 2) Instructor for “Music with your Baby” and “Music and Movement” Group ClassesThe MRU Conservatory Early Childhood Music curricula for the “Music With Your Baby” and “Music and Movement” program is built on the foundation of development techniques for young children from 0 months to 4 years of age, enhancing the child’s natural abilities through music and language. The program also prepares parents to bring music into their young child’s daily experiences. The successful candidate will be energetic, motivated, and passionate about children and childhood development through music. The instructor will work collaboratively with the early childhood music coordinator to foster the growth of the program.ResponsibilitiesInstruction: course delivery including lesson preparation, course activities, and assessments; andAdministration: submit course attendance sheets, course outline signature forms, final assessments upon course completion, and participate in scheduled program meetings.QualificationsThe instructor must bring expertise in early childhood music, including in-depth knowledge of Kodaly music education with knowledge of Orff, Suzuki, and Dalcroze music education techniques as an asset.Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Education (professional equivalency will be considered) and Kodaly diploma levels preferred; musicianship and pedagogy training; experience working with young children; teaching experience; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; energetic and enthusiastic person.Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate(s) has been found.A cover letter and resume should be submitted as part of your application in .pdf format. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number] [Title of Contents].pdf (ex. Smith, X00000, Curriculum Vitae.pdf). In your cover letter, please specify whether you are applying for one of the two positions in particular or wish to be considered for both positions.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at .If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request.We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. For more information, please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.

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Calgary, AB

Job date

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 06:16:24 GMT

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