Elementary School Music - Part-Time (0.50 FTE) Teaching Position

Calgary Girls Charter School (CGCS) is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Elementary Music Teacher. This individual is interested in improving the learning and life outcomes for girls and young women. This part-time position will commence August 19, 2024.

The Calgary Girls Charter School, one of Alberta's unique public charter schools, serves grades four to nine in SW Calgary. Our charter goals include high academic achievement as well as healthy social-emotional development of girls and young women. Our unique Go Girls curriculum infuses our culture and instructional program. Through the pedagogical lens of inquiry, the school supports learning to nurture confident, competent, caring young women who have a strong sense of self, appreciation for others and respect for community.

As a school of choice, Calgary Girls Charter School emphasises a collaborative teaching and learning environment where parents are partners in our learning community.

In this all-girls learning environment, all staff is expected to remain current in research that informs professional practice and inspires the school's vision and mission. The school partners with parents to raise girls who challenge gender role stereotypes, value self and others, consider issues of equality and justice, and contribute to the well-being of a safe, caring and welcoming environment.

This is an exceptional opportunity to grow as a teacher by working collaboratively with an outstanding team of professionals.

The ideal candidate possesses a rich background in general music instruction

possesses pedagogical understanding of music learning

creates a safe, caring, inclusive, collaborative, learning environment where girls develop confidence and competence

engages students through authentic, real-world challenges

transforms education through intentionally designed learning opportunities

is technologically literate, exploring and leveraging the possibilities that media affords

believes every child can experience success in a positive, supportive classroom

Chorale background would be an asset.Compensation: The Calgary Girls' School offers a competitive compensation and benefits' package. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to substitute teach as well within the school.

Applicants must provide: Evidence of a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Cover Letter

Resume

Names of three references, two of which must be current or recent supervisors of instructional practice

Current Police Record and Vulnerable Sector Check (if successful candidate)Send complete application package via email to humanresources@mycgcs.ca with Elementary Music Teacher Position in the subject line.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found

While we appreciate all applications received, only people selected for an interview will be contacted.