Job Description / Duties

The Voice Instructor’s teaching load, which will be matched as much as possible to the successful candidate’s background and experience, will consist primarily of private voice instruction but may over time include ensemble or group instruction in areas ranging from contemporary music and jazz to musical theatre.

This position is full-time for the ten-month term beginning September, 2016. Remuneration for this position is on a competitive hourly fee-for-student/class basis. As a full-time position, it also comes with an attractive benefits package, consisting of extended health and dental coverage as well as group life and long term disability insurance.

Qualifications / Required Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is required; a master’s degree is preferred
• Candidates with strong teaching experience, especially of students aged 5-18, are especially encouraged to apply

Additional Information

Medicine Hat College’s Conservatory of Music and Dance invites applications for a Voice Instructor. The Conservatory of Music and Dance, which enjoys the specialized facilities and beautiful surroundings of the college’s Cultural Centre, has more than 20 full-time faculty and serves well over 1,100 registrants annually in a wide variety of music and dance areas, from classical and jazz to modern and popular.

Known for our focus on students - and our innovative and collaborative nature – Medicine Hat College proudly serves over 8,000 learners each year. Committed to the communities of southeastern Alberta, Medicine Hat College is a learner focused provider of quality education, training, and services. With a culture of excellence, a team environment, and numerous benefits, the College is a great place to work, learn and grow. MHC is a proud member of Campus Alberta and welcomes partnership to benefit our students and communities. To learn more visit www.mhc.ab.ca.

Medicine Hat, “Canada’s Sunniest City”, is a vibrant city of over 60,000 people, and is a prairie oasis rich in history and unique attractions. Situated on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River in southeastern Alberta, Medicine Hat is less than an hour’s drive from the fabled Cypress Hills and less than three hours drive from the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Medicine Hat is the major economic hub of the region, as well as its education, culture, and tourism center. The city boasts a wealth of facilities and services, including the state-of-the-art Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre and the famous Medalta Potteries historic site.

Please submit your resume, a cover letter quoting Competition #116094, relevant supporting materials (including a performance recording), and the names of three references. Deadline for receipt of applications is May 1, 2016, after which the selection process will commence; however, this competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search.

Medicine Hat College is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and
encourages applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian immigration
requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

XOnly applicants granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.

Contact Information

299 College Drive SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 3Y6

Email: hr@mhc.ab.ca

Employer Profile

Medicine Hat, “Canada’s Sunniest City”, is a vibrant city of over 60,000 people, and is a prairie oasis rich in history and unique attractions. Situated on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River in southeastern Alberta, Medicine Hat is less than an hour’s drive from the fabled Cypress Hills and less than three hours drive from the spectacular Rocky Mountains. Medicine Hat is the major economic hub of the region, as well as its education, culture, and tourism center. The city boasts a wealth of facilities and services, including the state-of-the-art Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre and the famous Medalta Potteries historic site.