Children’s Group Class Ukulele and Guitar Instructors
/ORGANIZATION:
Vancouver Extracurricular Music Society
DEADLINE:
Sept. 30, 2025
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
VEMS is a nonprofit Society with CRA charitable status that works to bring more music to more children at their schools in Vancouver.
WEBSITE:
http://vems.ca/about
JOB DESCRIPTION:
VEMS is seeking Ukulele and Guitar Instructors for the 2025–2026 school year. The groups rehearse on Thursdays immediately after school from 3pm–4pm. A concert or showcase per term will also be required. The children taking this program have no previous musical experience. The goal for the instructor is to create an emotionally and physically safe and fun environment in which the kids’ skills can start, grow, and enrich their lives with music.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be punctual
Run weekly rehearsals
Take attendance and follow up about multiple absences
Plan and program concerts/demonstrations for parents
Liaise with the Parent Band (PAC) coordinator and Principal
Communicate via e-mail to parents regarding performances
Follow all public health and safety guidelines
Ensure children are safe, particularly at the end of rehearsal
Coordinate with afterschool care as needed (requirements vary by school)
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree in music, or in the process of acquiring one
Must be able to read music
Previous experience teaching young people
Must be able to demonstrate/play the instruments in their area
Criminal background check (VEMS staff will provide information)
Enjoys working with elementary-aged children
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email president@vems.ca with your musical resume and an outline of relevant experience.
REMUNERATION:
$80 per rehearsal
