The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA), for the Division of Music in the Faculty of Arts invites applications for Sessional Instructors to teach the following courses in the Fall 2021 and Winter 2022 sessions. Lectures for the Fall 2021 term run from September 7 to December 8, 2021 and lectures for the Winter 2022 term run from January 10 to April 12, 2022. Please see the academic schedule for additional important dates and deadlines.
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING COURSE OFFERINGS ARE TENTATIVE, PENDING FUNDING AND SUFFICIENT ENROLMENTS.
MUSI 221/223; 321/323; 421/423; 521/523; 621/623; 462; 562:
Performance Practicum / Junior Performance Project / Senior Performance Project
(Applied Music Lessons in Bassoon, Cello, Clarinet, Contrabass, Drum set, Flute, French Horn, Guitar, Oboe, Organ, Piano, Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba/Euphonium, Viola, Violin, Voice)
Current Offering:
Fall 2021 and Winter 2022: TBA
Sessional hired according to a Letter of Understanding for Musicians One-on-One Instruction: six students shall be the equivalent of one half-course (1.0 HCE).
Course Description:
Applied instruction in instrument or voice.
Course Hours: 12-36 hours; for MUSI 462/562: 24-48 hours
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the BMus program. Students not admitted to the BMus program may register with an audition and consent of the Division Chair, Music.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Graduate degree in Music with an emphasis on performance (doctorate preferred) and/or equivalent professional experience
- Significant teaching experience and demonstrated ability to teach music majors at the post-secondary level
- Strong organizational and professional skills
Application Process:
To apply to the above teaching opportunities, please submit your application to the U of C Careers site via the 'Apply Now' link, and if you wish, also to the email account [email protected] indicating which course(s) and session(s) you are interested in teaching.
In support of your application, please provide the following in a single PDF:
- 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 Lead, Music, by email at [email protected].
Application Deadline: July 21 2021
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
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.
