Music & Course Coordinator

Wilfrid Laurier University; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian University is seeking a qualified individual for a part-time course coordinator position in Music Therapy. The role involves designing and leading accessible arts activities for children while working at a week-long inclusive creative arts day camp. Applicants must have a Master’s in Music Therapy and a specialization in Music Therapy Certification (MTA). The course includes both instruction and supervisory responsibilities, with a salary of $4,648.44.

Qualifications

• Experience working in community-based arts programming.
• Experience teaching and/or working as a music therapist.
• Ability to design accessible activities for children.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership at a week-long inclusive creative arts day camp.
• Design accessible activities based on theoretical and practical learning.
• Conduct 18 hours of instruction during the course.

Skills

Community-based arts programming

Leadership and management

Music therapy with children

Education

Master’s degree in Music Therapy

Music Therapy Certification (MTA)

Job description

Overview

Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Music

Department: N/A

Campus: Waterloo

Employee Group: WLUFA

Requisition ID: 10533

Course Code and Title: MU353 A – Inclusive Arts for Children (Music & Course Coordinator) (Spring 2026)

Term: Spring 2026

Days/Times: Mondays & Tuesdays 6:30-9:20 p.m.

Hours per week/Hours Total: Various

Anticipated Class Size: 21

Additional Course Requirements:

Posted on: January 26, 2026

Posting ends: February 10, 2026

Position Summary:

Through experiential modules in visual art, music, dance, and drama, students engage in these artistic practices while exploring the developmental relevance and therapeutic impact of children's active participation in the creative arts. Students apply their theoretical and practical learning from these modules in order to design accessible activities for, and then provide leadership at, a week-long inclusive creative arts day-camp entitled "Arts Express".

Dates of Instruction

May 4, 11 & 12, June 15, 16 & 23, July 3rd (18 hours total instruction)

Additional Administrative work

This course-instructor position entails 32 hours of supervisory/administrative responsibilities at KidsAbility and Laurier, plus 3 hours of planning meetings for the Arts Express camp, July 6-10, 2026

Qualifications

Required: Master’s degree in Music Therapy. Experience working in community-based arts programming in the areas of program development, leadership, and management/supervision of staff. Experience teaching and/or working as a music therapist, specifically with children with physical and developmental disabilities.

Specialization: Music Therapy Certification (MTA) required.

Salary

Salary: $4,648.44. Administrative work during Arts Express camp week to be paid separately ($50/hr).

Application Deadline

Application Deadline: February 10, 2026 @ 11:59 pm EST

Submit with Application

Required for All Applicants

• CV
• Candidate Application Form (CAF): CV link or file reference not reproduced here
• A teaching dossier that includes a 1-page teaching philosophy statement

Required for External Applicants

• Names and Contact Information for Referees
• Evidence of Good Teaching (may include but not limited to: reference letters, teaching evaluations, list of student successes, etc.)
• Verification of highest degree

Optional

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Dossier
• Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Application Process

Applications may be addressed to: Music Part-Time Appointment Committee, Faculty of Music

Questions about this posting may be sent to: Demian Kogutek, Chair, Part-Time Appointment Committee

Contact: [e-mail]

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This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. Applicants are assessed using the applicable appendices and program rubrics where noted. Review these documents and ensure required information is accessible in the application.

Note: The Candidate Application Form (CAF) is used to apply to this posting and must be submitted with all materials by the deadline. The CAF may be referenced in the Appendix of the Collective Agreement for guidance.

CTF Members may submit a single application to multiple course postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) process; the PCAF link is provided in the notification email.

For supplementary remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3. All applicants must apply electronically; applications must be received by 23:59 local time on the date listed.

Wilfrid Laurier University is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core values. Applicants from equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply. If you require accessibility accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Members of designated groups should self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings are contingent on adequate student registration and budgetary funding.

All applications shall be reviewed under criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.