Kipohtakâw YONA-Sistema Teaching Artist (Percussion)

Francis Winspear Centre for Music

Mid-level Not specified Alcomdale, AB, CA

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Job summary

The Kipohtakâw YONA Teaching Artist (Percussion) is a part-time position responsible for providing music instruction to groups of students at Kipohtakâw Education Centre and in Edmonton. The role requires collaboration with the YONA team and a commitment to fostering a positive musical experience for children. Candidates should have advanced training in percussion and previous teaching experience.

Role details
Role
Part-time
Industry
Arts, Design, Entertainment, And Media
Employment
Temporary, Parttime
Experience
2 Years +
Education
Post-secondary Education In Music Performance Or Education
Responsibilities
  • provide instrumental music instruction to 3 groups of up to 20 students per group twice a week
  • lead students in rehearsals and concerts
  • work with a team of colleagues to support all students
  • commute to Alexander First Nation and Edmonton as required
  • collaborate with the YONA team and staff to support strategic goals
  • build trusting relationships with students and community members
  • perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • advanced training in percussion
  • previous experience teaching your instrument
  • previous experience teaching groups of children
  • valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
  • current First Aid (Level C) Certification
  • clear criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search
Benefits
  • paid flex days off
  • paid professional development
  • team-based work environment offering training and support
  • connection to the broader Winspear Centre organization
  • mission-driven work
Key skills
Music Pedagogy Teaching Instrumental Music Instruction Arranging Improvisation Conducting Composing First Aid Vulnerable Sector Check
Full job description
    About the role:
    Location: Kipohtakâw Education Centre (9 Kec Dr, Alexander 134, AB T0G 1Y0\) Alexander First Nation, and Edmonton, Alberta
    Term: Part time from September, 2025 – June 2026
    Salary: $11,000\-14,000
    Commitment: 2 days per week (during school hours) with additional time as required, with the possibility of compatibility with site coordination duties at Kipohtakâw and/or YONA positions in the city for additional teaching opportunities.
    Who we are:
    The Winspear Centre
    As one of the premiere places for music in Canada, the Francis Winspear Centre for Music is committed to provide musical experiences rooted in creativity, nourished by imagination, and sustained by excellence.
    We are on Indigenous peoples’ traditional lands, who are integral to our history. Equally, we embrace today’s multicultural mosaic. Music is one of the expressive languages that transcend and unite people.
    We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for our community to create, exhibit, and learn about music. We are committed to accessibility. The Centre is a platform for a broad and eclectic range of individual voices to be enjoyed on a communal level.
    The Winspear Centre has been a cornerstone of Edmonton’s Arts District for 25 years. We are currently working to complete the Winspear Project – a significant building expansion that is currently underway and will include a new 550\-seat performance venue, dedicated teaching spaces, and flexible community areas and will help us achieve our goal of reaching 500,000 active participants by 2032\. We aim to celebrate the opening of this exciting new addition to Edmonton’s Arts District in 2026\.
    YONA\-Sistema and Kipohtakâw YONA
    The Youth Orchestra of Northern Alberta (YONA) Sistema program strives to have a lasting positive community impact by providing free music\-centered programming for youth in Northern Alberta’s priority neighborhoods. Our team is passionate about introducing the richness of music to those who might not otherwise have the opportunity, and we believe that ensemble music making is a transformative experience. YONA operates at 4 sites within the city of Edmonton that run during the after\-school hours and 1 site at Alexander First Nation\
  • • Kipohtakâw YONA which operates during school hours. Students at Kipohtakâw YONA sing and play instruments.
    • We encourage you to visit our website to learn more: http://www.yona\-sistema.com/.
    Who you are:
    You have a strong background in your instrument, knowledge of music pedagogy and experience working with children and youth. You love all aspects of music, you enjoy working on a team and bringing out the best in those around you. You are creative and flexible, you rise to challenges and you are not afraid to try new things. You are aligned with these values and want us to succeed together.
    What we offer:
    Paid flex days off to pursue performance or professional opportunities
     Paid professional development
    Team\-based work environment offering training and support from experienced colleagues.
     Connection to the broader Winspear Centre organization, with opportunities to attend concerts and support non\-YONA events and programs.
    Mission\-driven work with a noticeable impact on the students and communities served.
     Opportunity to share your love of music with others every day!
    Job Summary:
    The Kipohtakâw YONA Teaching Artist (Percussion) is responsible for providing music instruction to multiple groups of up to 20 students and works collaboratively with the Kipohtakâw Education Centre and YONA\-Sistema team to provide support for all students in the program.
    This is a part time salaried contract position working from September to June. The contract may be renewed on an annual basis.
    Teaching Artists work at Kipohtakâw YONA during the school day from 9\-1:30pm for 2 days/week. The Percussion Teaching Artist will work with 3 groups of students varying in ages from grades 4\-6\. Planning and preparation time outside of these hours is included as an expectation of the role, and additional time is required throughout the year for concerts, events, staff meetings and professional development.
    Expectations of the role:
    Provide instrumental music instruction to 3 groups of up to 20 students per group twice a week
     Lead students in rehearsals and concerts
    Work with a team of colleagues at your site and across all sites to provide support for all students in the program
     Commute to Alexander First Nation and Edmonton as required
    Collaborate with the entire YONA team and Kipohtakâw Education Centre staff to support strategic goals of the program
     Build trusting relationships with students and community members
    Other duties as assigned
    Qualifications:
     Advanced training in percussion
    Post\-secondary education in music performance or education preferred
     Previous experience teaching your instrument
    Previous experience teaching groups of children
     Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle
    Current First Aid (Level C) Certification
     Clear criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search
    Competencies:
    General knowledge of elementary academic curriculum expectations
     Additional experience and/or interest in arranging, improvisation, conducting, composing an asset
    Competency in singing an asset
     Knowledge of the El Sistema philosophy and awareness of music for social change programs
    Interest in social justice and knowledge of trauma informed care, Truth and Reconciliation, and current trends in equity, diversity, and inclusion
    To apply, please visit our Careers page at: https://team.winspearcentre.com/apply/.
    Application Deadline: Until Suitable Candidate is Found
    The Winspear Centre is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Applicants who are either Canadian or permanent residents of Canada will be considered prior to international applicants. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
    Job Types: Part\-time, Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 10 months
    Schedule:
     Monday to Friday
    Application question(s):
    * We ask that you apply on our website. Will you be applying on our website?
    Work Location: In person
    Expected start date: 2025\-09\-02