Vocal Coach

Arcadia Academy of Music continues to be a leader as one of the largest franchises music schools in Ontario. Recognized by the industry for its quality, Arcadia Academy of Music has received many accolades and awarded numerous industry awards.

We recognize the importance of music education and actively pursue every beneficial opportunity that would increase the quality of our music programs at Arcadia Academy of Music. We want our students to receive the best possible tutelage to ensure that when they step into the music industry as an active employee, they possess an edge over their competition. Our faculty across all Arcadia Academy of Music franchises comprises versatile, talented and educated individuals with worldly experience and a passion to inspire and educate students.

We are currently looking for passionate Vocal music instructors to join our Burlington location - Monday and Wednesday

**MUST BE AVAILABLE TO TRAVEL TO BURLINGTON FOR IN-CLASS LESSONS**

**Required Skills**:

- Ability to motivate others
- Ability to relate
- Determination and perseverance
- Enthusiasm
- Imagination
- Commitment
- Passionate
- Patience
- Inspire

**Work Activities**:

- Planning individual lessons and overall schemes of work for pupils
- Developing knowledge of materials and repertoire for students at different stages of their musical development;
- Teaching individual and/or group lessons lasting from 30 minute to an hour or longer, usually incorporating elements of general musicianship, such ear training and theory, as well as instrumental technique and interpretation;
- Arranging lesson schedules, and entering students for examinations;
- Negotiating time and accommodation slots for school-based music lessons and working alongside classroom teachers on music activities;
- Communicating with parents about their child’s lessons and progress;
- Arranging performance opportunities for your pupils, such as concerts for friends and relatives;
- Preparing pupils for performances, examinations, auditions and festivals;
- Working with groups of musicians such as choir, ceilidh and jazz bands, wind or string ensembles and drumming groups;
- Expanding your own musical experience by familiarizing yourself with the music your pupils listen to, by learning another instrument, by becoming familiar with other musical styles and developing your improvisation or vocal skills;
- Supporting students in their use if music technology, keeping up to date with major software tools like Sibelius and making use of recording and other technology;
- Planning and working on your professional development by gaining further teaching or performance qualifications and continuing your own performance activity;
- Assessing pupils abilities, providing feedback and writing reports;
- Motivating pupils and encouraging progress;
- Liaising with academic staff and or parents;

**Job Type**: Part-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON L7M 4B8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location