0.286 FTE Continuing District Music Teacher

K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw School District No. 83; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw School District No. 83 is seeking a 0.286 FTE District K-8 Music Teacher. This role involves teaching music to elementary students and leading band instruction, effective September 1, 2025. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Music degree, a valid BC teaching certificate, and strong skills in classroom management and communication. The position requires a commitment to fostering student engagement and success in music education.

Qualifications

• Experience in Elementary Music and Band instruction.
• Ability to teach ukulele, recorder, guitar, dance, and choir.
• Experience with students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to grades K-6 and Band 7/8.
• Plan and execute school-wide concerts and events.
• Provide preparation time for colleagues.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Instructional strategies

Education

Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent

Valid BC teaching certificate

Orff levels, Kodaly levels or equivalent coursework

Job description

School District No. 83 is current seeking: Position Title

0.286 FTE District K-8 Music Teacher

Silver Creek Elementary School

This is a continuing assignment effective September 1, 2025.

This assignment is Elementary Music K-6 and Band 7/8. The exact scheduling of this assignment will be determined in consultation with the principal.

Music teachers in School District No. 83 are employees of the District Music Department and are assigned as needed within the district. Elementary Music teachers provide preparation time for their colleagues, so the exact size of assignments to schools may fluctuate in September depending upon enrolment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Music degree or equivalent;
• Valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch;
• Orff levels, Kodaly levels or equivalent coursework.
  
  

Teachers applying for this position should possess the following attributes:

• successful experience in Elementary Music and Band instruction;
• excellent classroom management skills;
• evidence of excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution and communication skills in working with staff, students and parents;
• demonstrated ability to use a variety of current instructional strategies and assessment methods;
• working knowledge of the renewed curriculum for the Fine Arts;
• commitment to stimulating student interest and confidence in learning;
• ability to teach ukulele, recorder, guitar, orff, dance and choir;
• demonstrated ability to work collegially as part of a school staff;
• comfortable planning and executing school-wide concerts and events;
• ability to relate effectively to all elementary school students;
• ability to promote support for a school’s Music program;
• successful recent experience working with students with special needs;
• current knowledge of and interest in applications of computer technology in the Music classroom.
  
  

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Chris Matheson Principal, Silver Creek Elementary at [phone] or Michelle Reed, at .

How to Apply

Please submit resume with full supporting documents using the Apply Online button below. If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact our HR Admin Assistant Emily Johnson @ 250-804-7841 or [e-mail]

Deadline date for receipt of application is: 12:00 NOON, FRIDAY JUNE 20, 2025

We thank all those who apply, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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