Choral Instructor

2 days ago


North Vancouver, Canada Capilano University Full time

**Competition Number**
- F18769P

**Position Title**
- Choral Instructor - Faculty of Fine & Applied Arts

**Employee Group**
- Faculty

**Position Status**
- Non-Regular

**Position Type**
- Instructor

**Special Appointee**

**Others please specify**

**Workload Amount**
- 1 section per term

**Department**
- Music

**Additional Notes**

**Location**
- North Vancouver

**Working With Us**
- At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in **Envisioning** and **Illuminating** 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.

Capilano University’s Faculty of Fine & Applied Arts is more than an academic institution; it’s a community of artists, innovators, and visionaries who bring a wealth of expertise and real-world experience into the classroom and studio. Our commitment to work-integrated learning means you will be providing students with hands-on experiences that bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing them for a successful career in the creative industries.

Step into a unique and inspiring work environment that goes beyond the ordinary. We provide an unparalleled employee experience that combines state-of-the-art facilities, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to nurturing the artistic talents of the next generation of creative minds. Here, you will find the perfect spaces and settings to bring your expertise to life through the transformative power of teaching and imagination.

Join a network of creators where your unique voice adds to the rich tapestry of our university and helps us create a distinct university experience for our staff and students.

**What you’ll do**
- Select repertoire, rehearse and direct the Choral Ensemble, comprised of mainly first and second year Music Diploma students combined with volunteer singers from other programs and the local community
- Organize, promote, and direct concerts.
- Audition new ensemble members.
- Evaluate student learning through assessments and marking.
- Provide support to students through weekly office hours and advising and learning resources.
- Create and update course materials, outlines, and curriculum.
- Participate in meetings, committees, and events at the program, department, faculty, and university levels.

**Experience, competencies & qualifications**

**How to apply**
- Please submit the following materials via our online portal:

- A cover letter outlining qualifications for the position
- including a statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion or Indigenization or Decolonization in teaching, or service within higher education, community-based or other professional settings.
- A curriculum vitae
- Portfolio / professional work
- Unofficial transcripts for highest degree earned or in progress

Posting Detail Information

**Internal or External Position**
- External

**Appointment Date (mm/dd/yyyy)**

**Salary Scale**
- $9,420 per instructional section.

**Post Date**
- 03/03/2025

**Close Date**
- 03/31/2025

**Open Until Filled