Creative Early-Childhood Music Instructor

City of Surrey; Surrey; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Surrey is seeking a Preschool Music Instructor to lead engaging family music classes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers at multiple Surrey sites, guiding caregivers and children through creative learning in a warm, inclusive environment.

Candidates should hold a degree or diploma in music, a minimum of two years’ teaching experience, and RCMT Level 10 certification; CPR-C/First Aid is required. A BC driver’s license is an asset. Hourly rate listed at CAD 37.18.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience teaching music and understanding of music pedagogy.
• Degree or Diploma in Music performance or related field.
• RCM Level 10 certificate.
• First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
• BC Driver’s License is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver age-appropriate family music programs for children from 3 months to 5 years of age.
• Lead interactive activities including songs, musical rhymes, movement-based learning, and creative musical play.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for young children and their caregivers.
• Prepare and submit lesson plans ad supply lists or programs.
• Independently set up, maintain, and clean up program spaces and equipment.
• Incorporate a variety of instruments, musical styles, and sensory-based activities into lessons.
• Foster positive relationships with participants, caregivers, and staff.

Skills

Group music instruction

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Early childhood music education

Education

Degree or Diploma in Music

RCM Level 10 certification

First Aid CPR-C

Job description

City of Surrey is seeking a Preschool Music Instructor to lead engaging family music classes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers at multiple Surrey sites, guiding caregivers and children through creative learning in a warm, inclusive environment.

Candidates should hold a degree or diploma in music, a minimum of two years’ teaching experience, and RCMT Level 10 certification; CPR-C/First Aid is required. A BC driver’s license is an asset. Hourly rate listed at CAD 37.18.