The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
Applications are invited for a Sessional Instructor to teach the following course in the Fall 2020 session for the Division of Music, School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA). Lectures for the Fall 2020 term run from Sept. 8 to Dec. 9, 2020.
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING COURSE OFFERING IS TENTATIVE, PENDING FUNDING AND SUFFICIENT ENROLLMENTS.
MUSI 325A Musicianship II
Current Offering:
Fall 2020 Lab 01 Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00-9:50 a.m.
Sessional hired at 1 HCE
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most Fall 2020 courses at the University of Calgary will be offered as online/remote courses. MUSI 325A will, thus, be an online/remote offering and will not have any in-person class meetings.
Course Description:
Further development of skills in rhythm, intonation and sight-singing. Performance of two-part contrapuntal exercises with chromatic modulation. Introduction to atonal exercises.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(0-6)
Prerequisite(s): Music 225
Notes: This course meets for three hours per week during the Fall and Winter Terms.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in music and/or equivalent professional experience
- Strong aural and rhythmic skills and knowledge of soflège systems
- Keyboard sills are a strong asset
- Significant teaching experience and demonstrated ability to deliver curriculum at the post-secondary level. Experience supervising and mentoring graduate student assistants.
Application Process:
To apply to the above teaching opportunity, please submit your application on the Careers website via the 'Apply Now' button, or if you wish, you can submit an application to [email protected].
In support of your application, please provide the following:
- current, up-to-date CV (if the SCPA does not already have one on file)
- 3 references (required if you have not taught for the SCPA before)
- description of your qualifications in support of each course you are interested in teaching, as well as any restrictions (e.g. scheduling day or time constraints) that would need to be taken into consideration
If you have any questions, please contact Rod Squance, Division Chair, Music, by email at [email protected].
Application Deadline: July 27, 2020
The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Arts visit Careers in the Faculty of Arts.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
