Instructor MUSI 1-2-3-4P84 Fall/Winter D1

Brock University; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 7,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Brock University seeks a qualified instructor for the Wind Ensemble course, focusing on both performance and educational aspects. The position entails leading rehearsals, student consultations, and grading assignments. Applicants must hold a relevant Master's degree and have significant experience in directing ensembles. This role supports an inclusive and diverse academic environment, with an emphasis on flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Master of Music degree or significant professional experience.
• Experience conducting or directing ensembles at undergraduate level.
• Effective teaching demonstrated through evaluations or recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Scheduled contact time with students and preparation activities.
• Grading and course administration tasks as required.

Skills

Effective teaching

Conducting wind/brass ensembles

Use of Brightspace or LMS

Education

Relevant Master of Music degree

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara. Brock has been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity by Forbes and Statista. We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: June 22, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the CUPE4207-1 (Employee Group).

Title of Course

Wind Ensemble I-II-III-IV

Selected wind literature in rehearsal and performance. Development of sight-reading, technical, and interpretive skills.

Rehearsals, 3 hours per week for two terms; participation in dress rehearsals and concert performances as required.

Compensation

Effective September 1, 2024 - $7,471.08 per half course (195 hours nominally)
Effective September 1, 2024 - $14,942.17 per full course (390 hours nominally)
Please note: Instructors employed in a 2-hour/week lecture or equivalent are responsible for the first hour of seminar/lab in each course.

Duties

Duties include scheduled contact time with students and non-classroom activities such as preparation, student consultation, grading, and course administration, in accordance with Article 22.01 of the Collective Agreement.

Qualifications

1. Relevant Master of Music degree or equivalent professional experience.
2. Significant professional experience conducting or directing wind/brass ensembles at the undergraduate level.
3. Effective teaching demonstrated through evaluations, recommendations, or equivalent.
4. Ability to use Brightspace or similar LMS systems.

Applications

Please include a cover letter and current resume. Provide seniority date if applicable. Ensure all required documentation, including references and evaluations, are included.

Please Note

Positions are subject to enrollment and budget approval. Applicants exceeding workload limits require prior approval from the Dean and HR.

The collective agreement is available at https://brocku.ca/human-resources/collective-agreements/.

Additional Comments

Course descriptions are on the Undergraduate course calendar. Academic terms: Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter (Jan-Apr), Spring (May-July), Summer (July-August). Actual dates are on the Registrar's site: https://brocku.ca/registrar/toolkit/registration/.

Brock values flexible work arrangements and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and provide accommodations as per our policies. Contact [e-mail] for accommodations.

We do not use AI technology in our recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Learn more at www.brocku.ca.