Educator, School and Public Programs (Part-time)

Location: Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, Calgary
Reporting to: Programs Manager
Hours: 15-40 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $22 per hour (starting rate)

Do you love telling stories, working with people of all ages, including children and youth, and making music? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Educators at the National Music Centre are responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality programs, including school programs, summer camps, tours, live music events, and drop-in activities.

About This Position

We’re looking for all-stars to help us deliver these programs:

School Programs: NMC’s school programs use music as an entry point to explore curricular connections and big ideas. Educators build upon curiosity by using inquiry-based learning to engage students in hands-on opportunities
in gallery spaces, and classrooms. School programs are offered from September to June.

Public Programs: NMC offers a variety of weekend matinee programming for general museum audiences of all ages. This includes guided tours, where educators use storytelling and live instrument demonstrations to create engaging and meaningful visitor experiences. Public programs also frequently feature live music performances and community partnerships, with responsibilities that may include acting as an artist liaison, delivering opening remarks, and stage management.

Summer Camps: NMC annually offers week-long camps designed to inspire young musicians. Music Makers (ages 6-9) introduces children to music through instrument exploration and creative activities, while Build A Band (ages 9-12) helps young musicians develop ensemble skills, write songs, and perform live. Educators lead hands-on activities, crafts, and support songwriting and performance development. Sumeer camps are offered in July and August.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Delivering engaging, hands-on programs, tours, and drop-in activities for visitors of all ages
Delivering curriculum based, hands-on, meaningful educational programs for students in preschool to grade 12.
Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports a range of learning styles, abilities, and personalities
Managing group dynamics, behaviour, and transitions throughout the day with patience and professionalism
Interpreting and demonstrating instruments from NMC’s living collection through storytelling and live performance
Hosting live music events as needed, including liaising with artists, delivering opening remarks, and stage management
Facilitating private group experiences such as tours or corporate team building events.
Preparing materials, setting up and resetting program spaces, and maintaining a high standard of care for instruments and equipment
Facilitating full-day summer camp programming that includes creative play, instrument exploration, songwriting, crafts, and collaborative music-making

Qualifications

The successful candidate should possess:

Proven experience working with groups of children and youth in a classroom, camp or similar setting
Strong facilitation, classroom management and public speaking skills
A professional, positive attitude, and strong interpersonal skills
Experience working with diverse groups and individuals of all ages and backgrounds
Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
Patience, flexibility, and a willingness to take initiative
Confident music ability (e.g., vocal, guitar, piano, drums)
Skills and experience with the piano or organ are an asset
Experience with songwriting, group music-making, or creative facilitation is an asset
Ability to speak French is an asset
Current Standard First Aid and CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain) is an asset

What’s in it for you?

A flexible, inclusive and supportive work environment
20% staff discount at the King Eddy
20% staff discount at the NMC Gift Shop

Applications

Qualified applicants are invited to send their resume and cover letter to:

Amanda Brodie
Programs Manager
amanda.brodie@nmc.ca

Application Deadline: November 27, 2026

Please ensure your full name appears in your file name (e.g., Smith_John_Resume.pdf) and use the subject line: Educator, School and Public Programs. No phone calls please.

Please note that only those chosen for interviews will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Police Information Check.