Job Description:
Founded 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. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors.
Mount Royal University 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. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
Mount Royal University 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.
Mount Royal University’s (MRU) Conservatory has played a pivotal role in Calgary’s performing arts scene since 1911, enabling people of all ages and abilities to take part in the performing arts. No other performing arts organization has a comparable history or serves as large and diverse a community, from early childhood education through all stages of life. As an educational leader and innovator, it is the largest institution of its kind in Canada; the Conservatory is unique in the breadth and scope of its programming.
The Faculty of Continuing Education, Conservatory, invites applications for two part-time credit-free Early Childhood Music Instructor positions. Applicants can apply for the two positions if proficient in both. 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 assignments will be for weekends and with the possibility of weekdays, late afternoon, and early evenings as well.
Instructor for Early Childhood Kodaly courses: children ages 3 to 9 years
The MRU Conservatory Early Childhood Music curricula is broad-based with a strong focus on Kodaly early childhood music development techniques and its philosophy. 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.
- Instruction: course delivery including preparation of course outline, course activities, lesson preparation, and assessments
- Administration: submit course attendance sheets, course outline, signature forms, final assessments upon course completion, and participate in scheduled program meetings.
Instructor for "Music with Your Baby" courses (0-36 months) and "Music and Movement" courses (3-4 years)
The 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. 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.
- Instruction: course delivery including preparation of course outline, course activities, lesson preparation, and assessments
- Administration: submit course attendance sheets, course outline, signature forms, final assessments upon course completion, and participate in scheduled program meetings.
The 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 personality.
Closing Date: Open until suitable candidates are found
The position ideally will be on-going and renewed annually which usually runs September through June and involve 2 terms.
A cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume should be submitted as part of your application in .pdf format. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Job Title], [Requisition Number] [Title of Contents].pdf (ex. Credit Contract Faculty, X00000, Curriculum Vitae.pdf).
