Pointe-Claire is a city with a population of 34,000 located along Lac Saint-Louis and forming part of Greater Montreal. Recognized for its lifestyle, Pointe-Claire also has a distinctively rich architectural and historical heritage and provides services of outstanding quality to its population. Dedicated to the life of its citizens, the City's mission is to ensure that the quality of its social, cultural and economic environment is maintained for citizens today as well as future generations.

Description:

Responsibilities and goals associated with the position

Reporting to the Assistant Manager - Cultural Activities, the violin teacher is responsible for teaching violin using the Suzuki method to adults and children (ages 4 and up) at the Stewart Hall Cultural Centre. We are looking for a bilingual teacher who has experience with children and who can give individual as well as group lessons. The Suzuki music program has been offered at the Cultural Centre for many years. The violin teacher will teach current students as well

Departmental mission:

The mission of the Culture, Sports, Leisure and Community Development Department is to improve quality of life by promoting accessibility, participation, and integration of all citizens through the provision of excellent community, cultural, sports and recreational facilities, activities, and services.

Job requirements:

Requirements

• Appropriate academic music education (has or is working towards a bachelor’s degree in music)
• Experience in teaching violin (at least one year)
• Suzuki teacher training (completed or in the process of completing)
• Ability to speak French and English
• Experience working with children, teens and adults
• Good communication and listening skills
• Independent, responsible
• Ability to motivate
• Strong organizational skills
• Team player

Schedule:

Approximately 4 hours per week, Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., for individual lessons, as well as Fridays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. once a month for group lessons (8 lessons) between September and May.
The violin teacher must also be available for recitals on December 14, 2024 and May 24, 2025

Footnote:

* The City of Pointe-Claire is an equal opportunity employer and invites women, Aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities and handicapped persons to submit their candidacies. We thank you in advance for your application; however, only candidates who are selected will be contacted.