Educator, Summer Camps 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
Contract Term: June 1, 2026 to September 1, 2026 with the possibility of extension
Rate of Pay: $20 per hour
About this Position
Do you love telling stories, working with 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 summer camps, tours, and drop-in activities.
We’re looking for all-stars to help us deliver these programs:
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.
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.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
Summer Camps (Primary Focus)
- Facilitating full-day programming that includes creative play, instrument exploration, songwriting, crafts, and collaborative music-making
- 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
- Preparing materials, setting up and resetting program spaces, and maintaining a high standard of care for instruments and equipment
Public Programs (Secondary Focus)
- Delivering engaging, hands-on programs, tours, and drop-in activities for visitors of all ages
- 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
- Proactively engaging visitors to create meaningful, memorable experiences
Qualifications
The successful candidate should possess:
- Proven experience working with groups of children and youth in a camp, classroom, or similar setting
- Strong facilitation, classroom management, and public speaking skills
- Confident music ability (e.g., vocal, guitar, piano, drums); formal experience with music education is required
- Skills and experience with the piano or organ are an asset
- Experience with songwriting, group music-making, or creative facilitation is an asset
- 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
- Ability to speak French is an asset
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain) is an asset
Availability Requirement
Candidates must have full-time availability* to lead and support summer camp delivery during the following weeks:
- Monday, July 20 to Friday, July 24
- Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31
- Monday, August 10 to Friday, August 14
- Monday, August 17 to Friday, August 21
*Shifts are 8.25 hours long between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
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
Commitment to Fair Hiring Practices
National Music Centre (NMC) believes in the power and importance of fair hiring practices in the workplace, and we will ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants to apply.
Applications
Qualified applicants are invited to send their resume and cover letter to:
Paige Foley
Programs Manager
programs@nmc.ca
Application Deadline: May 11, 2026
Please ensure your full name appears in your file name (e.g., Smith_John_Resume.pdf) and use the subject line: Educator, Summer Camps and Public Programs. No phone calls please.
Please note that only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.