Our City
Our Future
St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population.
The City of St. John’s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St.
John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St.
John’s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.
The Opportunity
The City of St. John’s, Department of Community Services, requires one instructor for Adult Fiddle programs.
Accountabilities
- To plan, develop and introduce fiddle skills at various levels to adults in a group setting.
- Consult, assist and make recommendations for the program in conjunction with the Community Programs and Services-Adult & Seniors Coordinator
- Perform in a direct leadership capacity in delivery of weekly programs
- Request and maintain the necessary supplies required for the program
- Compile and monitor attendance
Description disclaimer
The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Qualifications
- Recognized training / experience in Fiddle instruction
- Experience in teaching Fiddle programs in a group setting
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience working with adult population
- Formal education with diploma / certificate / degree would be an asset
Additional Quailifcations :
- Successful applicant will be required to obtain a current Criminal Record Screening Certificate & Vulnerable Sector Check (dated within the last six months of the start date.)
- Successful candidate would be expected to have the specific lesson plan content developed prior to start of employment.
Hours of Work
Program Schedule : Wednesday's from 1 : 30-2 : 30pm weekly.
Period of Employment :
September 2023 - June 2024
Interviews will be ongoing during the posting period.
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12 : 00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.
This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.