Guitar/ Ukulele Instructor

ORGANIZATION:
Squamish Academy of Music

DEADLINE:
Mar. 15, 2026

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Do you believe that music is a powerful tool for building community? Are you looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge of music and help others express themselves creatively? Squamish Academy of Music (SAM) is a welcoming space where teachers and students learn, grow, and develop their passion for music.
Squamish Academy of Music is currently seeking professional, passionate music teachers to instruct private lessons at our growing academy.

At SAM
We believe that all people have the aptitude to develop musical ability.
We believe that music is best explored within a supportive and enthusiastic community. Making music with others is inspiring, exciting, and bonding.
We believe that developing musical skills expands people’s opportunity to build community through collaboration and self-expression.
We believe skill development allows students to express their personal artistry.
We support students in meeting their personal goals at a high level through professional instruction and community support.

WEBSITE:
http://www.squamishacademyofmusic.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This is a full-time, year-round position, with regular hours during the academic year and some seasonal variation in summer (teaching camps, reduced lessons).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada; those without authorization will not be considered.

This is an employee position (not contractor), and wage includes teaching, planning, mentoring, and administrative duties.

Additional benefits include extended health and dental plan, life insurance, and paid sick days.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and implement individualized teaching programs that develop each student’s technical and musical skills

• Provide encouragement, guidance, and direction to students

• Organize and support student performance opportunities, including studio recitals, festivals, community events, and RCM exams

• Contribute to the academy’s musical community through collaboration with colleagues and participation in academy events

• Lead small and large ensembles, group classes, and accompanist duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold a minimum Bachelor’s degree in music (Guitar / Ukulele)

• Have experience teaching private music lessons to a variety of ages and skill levels

• Possess advanced technical knowledge of the guitar and ukulele

• Be experienced in teaching and performing a variety of musical genres

• Have experience accompanying beginner to advanced singers and/or choirs

• Be familiar with or have experience teaching the RCM Guitar program and other beginner guitar/ukulele methods

• Have experience teaching beginner group classes and leading student ensembles

• Have strong English communication skills (oral and written)

HOW TO APPLY:
Email resume to melissa@squamishacademyofmusic.com

REMUNERATION:
Starting wage of $33/hr