T26-262 Temporary, Part-Time, (43%) Music/Band Grade 6_8

School District #33 (Chilliwack); Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

A.D. Rundle Middle School in School District #33 (Chilliwack) invites applications for a part-time Music/Band teacher (Grades 6-8) on a temporary 43% contract, effective immediately through June 30, 2027, or until return of the teacher.

The role requires extensive training and a strong background in music education, Band and Choir, with a focus on middle school practices, collaboration, and community performances. A strong program in IAT/UDL/PBL is expected.

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Music and Band to Grades 6-8.
• Knowledge of current BC Education philosophy and assessment.
• Experience with IAT, UDL, and PBL in middle school.

Skills

Teaching music

Band and Choir instruction

Knowledge of BC Educators standards

Collaborative planning

UDL / IAT understanding

Education

Teacher certification (BC)

Music/Band specialization

Job description

Position

Worksite: A.D. Rundle Middle School

Contract Type: Temporary, Part-Time - 43% (Day 1, & Day 0)

Assignment Area(s): Music/Band Grade 6-8

Salary Range: $63,347 to $116,190 (based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement)

Effective Date: Immediately, until not later than June 30, 2027 (or return of the teacher)

Deadline for Applications: Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific Time

Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching in all areas of this assignment.
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of, the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment.
• Coursework at the 300/400 post-secondary level equal to 18 credits, or equivalent coursework, training or experience (post graduate diploma or degree preferred) in Music or Band.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
• Understanding and commitment to current middle school philosophy:
• Teaming - demonstrated ability and experience working with one or two other teachers to support a core group of students.
• Connections - dedicated instructional time with students to foster connectedness and positive relationships to support adolescent development.
• Exploratory - providing students the opportunity to sample high interest courses.
• Collaboration - ongoing inquiry-based teamwork.
• Commitment and demonstrated ability to incorporate the current Integrated Arts and Technology (IAT) philosophy:
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) - plan inclusively to allow multiple access points for learners with differing abilities, interests, and needs.
• Project Based Learning (PBL) - design, implement and assess PBL that explores and connects Big Ideas and concepts across disciplines.
• Demonstrations, Artifacts, Performances and Exhibitions - facilitate authentic learning opportunities and experiences that embed art and technology and allow for student voice and choice.
• The District's 4 Pillars of IAT (Integrated Disciplines; Collaborative Culture; Authentic Learning; Visionary Staff) - work collaboratively as part of a teaching team in the implementation of the District's four pillars of IAT.
• Demonstrated interest, aptitude, or experience in fine arts, applied arts, media arts, or technology.
• Demonstrated successful experience teaching a balanced Music program including Band and Choir; specifically, a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of music genres including classical/concert and jazz (i.e. swing, funk, Latin rock, pop, etc.) at the middle school level.
• Demonstrated ability to play and teach a wide variety of music instruments including orchestral strings.
• Working knowledge of winds, brass and percussion teaching methods and ensemble literature.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating opportunities for students to perform (i.e. band festivals, competitions, music theatre, school events, and community events).
• Consistent use of the most current instructional practices to create a powerful balanced literacy program to meet the diverse needs of learners; preference will be given to candidates with successful experience with small group targeted literacy instruction.
• Consistent use of the most current instructional practices to create a powerful balanced numeracy program to meet the diverse needs of learners; preference will be given to candidates with successful experience with small group targeted numeracy instruction.
• Willingness to use outdoor learning space as part of the extended classroom connecting place and space.
• Willingness to use District and Ministry data sets (ACT, SNAP, FSA, PM/RR) to identify student need and drive informed teaching practice and team teacher planning.
• Commitment and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of an assigned teaching team.
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to Indigenizing curriculum using the First Peoples Principles of Learning.
• Demonstrated use of highly successful assessment strategies in the classroom - for, of and as learning.
• Demonstrated use of highly successful instructional strategies and lesson designs in the classroom (i.e., a Connect, Process, Transform, Reflect approach).
• Demonstrated experience intervening, supporting, and motivating struggling learners through a Response to Intervention (RTI) lens, particularly in literacy and numeracy key concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and acknowledge individual student differences and adjust instructional practices accordingly through informal adaptations and formal Competency Based Individual Education Plans (CBIEP's).
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate students in day-to-day lessons through the appropriate integration of technology.
• Demonstrated ability to set and clarify learning standards and to establish effective classroom procedures and relationships.
• Demonstrated excellent classroom management, behaviour management and classroom organization skills; experience with Positive Behaviour and Support (PBS) is an asset.
• Proven ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Proven ability to inspire confidence and self-worth in adolescents.

Further Information

Further information, contact: 604-792-4257 (ADR) Chris Falk, Principal; Lisa Fugger, Vice Principal