Conservatory Speech Arts and Drama Instructor

Conservatory Speech Arts and Drama Instructor

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Job Information

• Job Title:
  
  Conservatory Speech Arts and Drama Instructor
• Requisition #: X
• Job Type: Hourly
• Union:
  Other
• Salary Grade: FT or PT
• Hybrid Work:
  This position is ineligible
• Location:
  
  MRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6, CA (Primary)

Mount Royal University’s Conservatory has played a pivotal role in Calgary’s performing arts scene since 1911, enabling people of all ages and abilities to take part in the performing arts. As an educational leader and innovator, it is the largest institution of its kind in Canada.

The Faculty of Continuing Education, Conservatory, invites applications for Instructor, Speech Arts and Drama. The successful candidate will offer comprehensive speech arts and drama training to students in Speech Arts and Drama group classes and/or private lessons. The curriculum includes voice and speech development, interpretation and performance of literature, acting, public speaking, storytelling, mime, creative drama and choral speaking for children ages 4 and up.

The instructor will design lessons, select repertoire, recruit and retain students, and work collaboratively with the speech arts and drama coordinator to foster program growth.

• Create and deliver lesson plans for group classes and private instruction based on the Speech and Drama program curriculum.
• Teach Conservatory Speech and Drama classes including Act Up Speak Out, Speechworks, and Speak Up Make Your Point.
• Provide private instruction in speech arts for students aged 5 and above.
• Design lessons, select repertoire, and contribute to student recruitment and retention.
• Collaborate with the speech arts and drama coordinator to promote the program.

• Expertise in speech arts and drama, including voice and speech development, children's literature, and performance styles such as verse speaking, acting, mime, public speaking, and storytelling.
• Familiarity with the Speech and Drama examinations curriculum of the Royal Conservatory’s Certificate Program is an asset.
• Bachelor of Arts, Theatre, or Education preferred (professional equivalency considered); experience working with young children; teaching experience; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; energetic and enthusiastic personality.
• Conservatory training (ARCT) is a strong asset.

Successful applicants will be invited to interview and demonstrate lesson planning and instruction skills in a live teaching setting.

Final date to receive applications:
Open until a suitable candidate(s) is found.

A cover letter and curriculum vitae/resume should be submitted in .pdf format. Name the file as “[Job Title], [Requisition Number] [Title of Contents].pdf” (e.g., Conservatory Speech Arts and Drama Instructor, X Curriculum ). Submit your application through the career portal.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify  and we will work together on your accommodation request.

Mount Royal University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment under the Alberta Human Rights Act.