Choir Instructor
Reporting to the Arts Program Director, this position will be responsible for the effective direction of a choir program for children ages 5+, adults, and seniors. In consultation with the Arts management team, the instructor will be responsible for the planning and implementation of a choir program at Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
- Prepare lesson plans, research musical selections suitable for participants (children, adults and seniors) and implement classes based on the curriculum design.Work alongside the piano accompanist of the program.
- Help offer input into the into the growth and development of all arts programming initiatives.
- Assure the health and safety of participants by following health and safety practices and regulations.
- Provide a safe, fun, engaging, creative and supportive environment for participants and volunteers.
- Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, problem solving and decision making skills.
- Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional follow-through.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
- Ability to meet assigned deadlines.
- Effectively communicates in a variety of settings.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure best delivery of customer/client experience, consistency in program offerings etc.Perform other duties as assigned.Be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Ensure the space and its equipment are being treated safely, and appropriately.
Qualifications Include:
- Associated Degree(s) or diploma(s) in related field: music, teaching, working with children, adults and/or seniors.
- Previous experience teaching/working in the field.
- Current Standard First Aid and AED certification (YMCA will provide training opportunities to re-certify, ie to keep your original certification current).
- Meet and maintain any other specific licensing requirements.
- Evidence of a cleared police security clearance including a vulnerable sector search.
- Three professional references required.
Please submit cover letters and CVs to Judith Mendelsohn at Judith.Mendelsohn@calgary.