Guitar Teacher
Reporting to the Manager of the Music School, the Guitar Teacher is responsible for providing music education to children and youth primarily from the Regent Park, Moss Park, and South Cabbagetown community.
Work schedule : Tuesdays from 4 : 00 pm to 8 : 00 pm.
Job Information
- Employment Type : Part-Time (Permanent Contract)
- Department : Music School
- Union : CUPE Local 2497
- Salary : $27.09
- Posting Date : October 30, 2025
- Closing Date : November 13, 2025
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide an enjoyable and educational experience of music for every studentMonitor student progress and adjust teaching methods and materials when necessaryEncourage and guide students to prepare adequately for RCM examsAttend all scheduled lessons, classes, and / or rehearsals punctuallyNotify the Music School Director / Manager of any student’s learning challenges, physical conditions, or other problems related to violence, illicit drug use, crime, or other factors in their home and neighbourhood environment, as well as problem attendanceConsult with parents on a regular basisPrepare students for competitions, public events, RCM exams and recitalsEncourage students to take advantage of the school's resources such as other lessons available, camps, concert tickets, etcAdhere to all agency guidelines and policies; attend appropriate staff meetings and workshops when possibleMaintain weekly attendance records of studentsRequest any necessary teaching materialsNotify the Music School Director / Manager of teaching absences as much in advance as possibleCommunicate with parents and keep them up-to-date on progress of studentsOther duties as assignedQualifications
Prior experience teaching GuitarPost-secondary education in musicMusical and teaching abilityKnowledge of and experience applying principles of teaching children and youth (considered an asset)Demonstrated ability to engage, communicate, work with, and maintain relationships with people from diverse cultural and social backgroundsAble to teach various styles of music and knowledge of different approaches to teaching musicPersonal commitment to practicing high standards of professional conduct and ethicsBasic computer literacy and skillsStrong written and verbal English language communication skills; fluency in additional languages relevant to the communities of service considered an assetExcellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong ability to exchange knowledgeMust be qualified to work in Canada legally for the employerAble to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a ‘Clear’ or satisfactory result that meets the operational requirements of the AgencyWorking Conditions
The Guitar Teacher is required to work Tuesdays from 4 : 00 P.M. to 8 : 00 P.M.
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