Child Care Centre Music and Movement Instructor

Hirebridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Professional development

Sick time

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids in Cambridge is hiring a Part-Time Music and Movement Instructor to engage young children with a joyful, playful approach. You will develop a music curriculum, lead movement sessions, and collaborate with educators to support children aged 18 months to 4 years.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of early years teaching experience, a passion for music education, and the ability to travel between locations. Valid driver’s license and Vulnerable Sector Check are required.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience teaching children ages 18 months–4 years
• Experience in music education is an asset
• Must meet province childcare employment requirements
• Current Standard First Aid and infant CPR
• Immunization health assessment per local health requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop a music curriculum and prepare lesson plans.
• Teach fundamentals of music—tempo, rhythm, pitch—through engaging activities.
• Communicate with diverse groups of children and staff.
• Engage, encourage, and motivate children to reach their goals.
• Conduct group music and movement lessons for ages 18 months to 4 years.
• Attend to other duties as assigned.

Skills

Music education

Curriculum development

Early years experience

Group instruction

Job description

Center:Cambridge

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay Scale: $25-$35 (depending on experience)

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?
As a Music and Movement Instructor, you will ensure that all children are engaged, motivated and having fun while laying the groundwork for them to explore the world of music. Responsibilities include:

• Developing a music curriculum and preparing lessons plans.
• Teaching fundamentals of music: tempo, rhythm, pitch, etc. through various methods and activities.
• Communicating with diverse groups of children and other staff.
• Engaging, encouraging, and motivating children to reach their goals.
• Conducting group lessons for children aged 18 months – 4 years.
• All other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working in early years or preschool settings
• Bring a joyful, upbeat, and engaging presence when working with children
• Be able to confidently incorporate songs and rhythm instruments such as shakers, drums, and sticks into programming (ability to play an instrument is a plus, but not required)
• Be confident leading interactive music and movement sessions
• Be comfortable supporting light administrative/back-end tasks (organizing materials, assisting with schedules, and following company protocols)
• Demonstrate strong collaboration skills and maintain positive working relationships with educators, Centre Directors, and myself
• Be comfortable with part-time hours and travel between locations
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle (ability to drive between locations is required)
• Must hold a current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a 40% child care discount to Full-Time employees & 10% to Part-Time so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff receive 6 days sick time per year.
• Full-time staff are given 10 paid holidays off.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.

Requirements:

• 1 year experience teaching children ages 18 months – 4 years
• Experience in music education an asset
• Must meet province requirements for childcare employment
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR
• Current immunization and health assessment as per the local Minister of Health Requirements