Literary Arts Teacher

Creative City Network of Canada; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community arts organization in Coquitlam is seeking a dedicated Literary Arts Teacher to conduct children's creative writing classes for summer camps in 2026. Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in literary arts, significant teaching experience with children, and be passionate about fostering creativity. This role offers independent contractor status with a pay range of $30 to $65 per teaching hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience with children aged 5-14.
• Ability to engage positively with students and staff.
• Experience in delivering lessons for a range of ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach creative writing classes during the summer art camps.
• Develop curriculum and teaching methodology.
• Coordinate with Place des Arts for scheduling and other administrative tasks.

Skills

Teaching children's creative writing

Communication with students

Curriculum development

Punctuality

Passion for teaching

Education

Post-secondary education in literary arts/creative writing

Job description

CONTRACTOR TEACHING SERVICES
Place des Arts is seeking a committed, enthusiastic, and qualified Literary Arts Teacher with experience teaching children’s creative writing classes during our 2025/2026 season, specifically for our Summer Fun! Art Camps
(July 6-August 14, 2026) with the possibility of being engaged to teach group classes as requested during the 2026/2027 season. The candidate must be passionate about teaching and interact well with students of different
ages and abilities. Contractor teachers determine the curriculum and teaching methodology. Place des Arts coordinates studio space, scheduling, registration and program promotions.

ABOUT PLACE DES ARTS
Place des Arts provides quality arts education in visual arts, music, dance and theatre for all ages and skill levels. We offer a friendly, non-competitive environment where students are encouraged to learn and develop an appreciation of the arts. Please visit our website placedesarts.ca for general information regarding the centre.

QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of post-secondary education in literary arts/creative writing
Minimum of three years of teaching experience working with students of various abilities in group classes for students aged 5-14 years
Ability to communicate and interact positively with students and staff
Proficient in teaching a variety of ages and abilities
Highly responsible and punctual
Thoughtful, energetic and passionate about teaching
Eager to participate in, and contribute to, our vibrant centre

REQUIREMENTS
All teachers are required to obtain and provide a Police Information Check with a vulnerable sector screening prior to providing teaching services.
Teachers are required to submit class proposals for consideration.
Teachers are not employees of Place des Arts and as such are required to work independently within the Place des Arts structure and administrative support provided.

HOW TO RESPOND
All responses should include the following information:
Name, address, telephone number and e-mail address
Cover letter and résumé including previous teaching experience and personal teaching philosophy
Schedule of availability between July 2026 to June 2027

Send your application c/o Marley Jordan, Program Manager, Dance, Theatre & Literary Arts. Applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Place des Arts welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

REMUNERATION
Successful candidates will be engaged as independent contractors and earn fees based on student enrolment. Depending on enrolment levels, contractor teachers typically have the opportunity to obtain fees equivalent to between $30 and $65 per teaching hour.

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