Music Teacher - Full Time, Permanent

St. Clement's School; King City; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school is seeking a passionate Music Teacher to join its dynamic music program. The role requires an experienced educator with a university degree in Music and certification to teach in Ontario. The ideal candidate will be versatile, able to engage students in vocal and instrumental music across various grade levels. This forward-thinking institution is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, encouraging teachers to inspire young musicians both inside and outside the classroom. If you have a love for music and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Ontario Teachers Pension Plan

Positive Working Environment

Involvement in School Life

Accommodations for Disabilities

Qualifications

• University degree in Music and Ontario teaching certification required.
• Experience with concert bands and vocal choirs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Teach general, vocal, and instrumental music to students JK-12.
• Create an optimal classroom environment and monitor student learning.

Skills

Music Education

Conducting

Vocal Music Teaching

Instrumental Music Teaching

Assessment for Learning

Classroom Management

Education

University Degree in Music

Certification to Teach in Ontario

Music Specialist Qualifications

Job description

The Country Day School

Music Teacher Full Time/Permanent

Commencing August 2025

An opportunity exists at The Country Day School (CDS) for an experienced educator to join our full-school (JK-12) music program. The successful candidate will have a university degree in Music and certification to teach in Ontario. Music specialist qualifications are preferred. We are looking for an accomplished, multi-skilled musician whose unique skill set and teaching passions lend themselves equally well to general, vocal and instrumental music. Experience conducting concert bands, jazz ensembles and vocal choirs will be considered an asset.

CDS is committed to Supporting, Knowing and Inspiring each of its learners. The ideal candidate will be a flexible educator, equally adept at and enthusiastic about teaching students across a wide range of grade levels (vocal music JK-12; instrumental music Gr. 5-12) and passionate about helping young musicians find their muse in and outside the classroom. Additionally, we are seeking a teacher whose practice embodies our principles of an expert teacher:

1. meets the needs of all learners
2. is passionate about teaching and learning
3. has a deep understanding of teaching/learning and the subject area
4. monitors student learning and uses assessment to improve teaching and learning
5. creates an optimal classroom environment
6. focuses on mastery learning and deep understanding
7. develops self-regulation, self-efficacy and self-esteem in their students
8. offers appropriately challenging tasks and goals
9. excels at the relational aspects of teaching

The Head of School invites qualified individuals to apply by February 17, 2025 with resume and cover letter to:

Mr. John Liggett, Head of School

The Country Day School

13415 Dufferin Street

King, ON L7B 1K5

cds.simplication.com

The university-preparatory curriculum at CDS is balanced with extensive athletic, arts and extra-curricular programs. In addition to the relevant educational background, candidates must be willing to become involved in all facets of school life.

The Country Day School offers a positive working environment with a competitive salary, including the Ontario Teachers Pension Plan where applicable. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported and welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of this community. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know.

All employees of The Country Day School must be able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report. Only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies please.

Situated on a beautiful 100-acre campus in the heart of King Township, The Country Day School offers a challenging university-preparatory program for students (JK-12). For more information about this leading Canadian independent school, please visit www.cds.on.ca.