Private and Group Guitar Instructor

Application Deadline: 
May 5th, 2010

Job Information

Organization Name: 
Place des Arts
Job Description: 

Place des Arts is currently seeking a guitar instructor for private ongoing music lessons and group classes for children and teens the 2010-2011 school year.

Place des Arts (PdA) provides quality arts education in visual arts, music, dance and drama for all ages and skill levels. We offer a friendly, non-competitive environment where students are encouraged to learn and to develop an appreciation of the arts. The centre boasts fully equipped fibre arts and ceramic arts studios, five multi-purpose rooms, eight private lessons studios (four with studio grand pianos), and a main hall with a concert grand piano.

Responsibilities: 

Private lesson curriculumn is determined through consultation between the teacher and parent/student.

Group classes introduce basic musical concepts and guitar technique to youth in a non-competitive, supportive environment. The instructor is expected to develop the curriculum and appropriate handouts for this program.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in music or equivalent
• Minimum of two years teaching experience working with students of various abilities
• Highly responsible and punctual
• Possess a fun, up-beat personality that can enthuse and inspire our students
• Thoughtful, energetic and passionate about teaching
• Eager to participate in and contribute to our vibrant centre

How to Apply: 

All submissions should include the following information:

• name, address, and telephone number (email address if available)
• cover letter and résumé including, previous teaching experience

Instructors are contracted to a self-employment contract agreement. PdA coordinates studio space, scheduling, registration and program promotions.

Please visit our website http://www.placedesarts.ca for general information regarding the centre.

Send a proposal c/o the Melanie Burner, Program Coordinator- Music, by May 5, 2010

Email: opportunities@placedesarts.ca
Fax: 604.664.1658
Mail: 1120 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam, BC, V3K 1G2

Remuneration: 

To be discussed

Contact Information

Phone Number: 
(604) 664-1636

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