Are you ready to bring your passion for music into your work?
What you need to know before applying to YBM:
Non-Competition
Joining our team means you cannot concurrently hold a position at a competing business. And we work together to provide you the opportunities to work as much as you would like to!
Starting Out Can Take Time
It can take time to build up a student roster after training. This is true of any music school, but we think it’s important to be clear from the get-go.
Opportunities Galore
We have many paid opportunities to learn and grow. We’re seeking enthusiastic folks who approach new challenges with an open mind.
Serious(ly fun) Applicants Only
We’re a pretty dedicated bunch of folks. We’re looking for team members who are excited to become part of this community and help us build it in the long-term!
Clear Communication
We are growing, and that means we love to chat and keep our team up-to-date. Clear communication is at the foundation of what we do.
The Schedule
Your schedule with us — which days you work — will be permanent throughout the year. This makes it easy to have routines and feel comfortable in your new position.
The Full Instructor Position
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accountable
personable
flexible
supportive
driven
communicative
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expertise on one but preferably two of the following instruments: voice, piano, guitar, drums
availability on weekday evenings
prior experience teaching music in a similar setting
professional education/qualification (College, University, Conservatory, or other accredited institution) or demonstrated experience
experience working with children
pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
ability to travel weekly to our locations (please see https://yellowbrickmusic.ca/contact for location information)
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fluency in more than one language
expertise on more than two instruments
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Attend all assigned lessons and classes in-person, in a timely manner.
Prepare, supervise, and instruct students in music theory, practice, and performance with focus on the student's goals (including enjoyment, exams, concerts, etc.).
Teach online from home if the School must close to the public due to national emergencies, etc.
Participate in YBM community events such as student term-end concerts, outdoor festivals, outreach, etc.
Complete all digital admin necessary to the operation of the School's business as it relates to the students or the instructor, including but not limited to: scheduling, upcoming events, student progress/attendance, etc.(But most of our processes are automated!)
Act, speak, and dress professionally and personably while at work.
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Starting wage is $19/hour (excluding those under the age of 18). But wages are offered based on candidate experience, skills, and other aspects.
The Junior Instructor Position
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accountable
personable
flexible
supportive
driven
communicative
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experience on one but preferably two of the following instruments: voice, piano, guitar, drums
availability on weekday evenings
ability and initiative to sporadically cover shifts on certain days of the week
pass a Vulnerable Sector Check (if of-age)
ability to travel weekly to at least one of our locations (please see https://yellowbrickmusic.ca/contact for location information)
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fluency in more than one language
expertise on more than two instruments
prior experience teaching music in a similar setting
professional education/qualification (College, University, Conservatory, or other accredited institution) or demonstrated experience
experience working with children
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Attend all assigned lessons and classes in-person, in a timely manner.
Prepare, supervise, and instruct students in music theory, practice, and performance with focus on the student's goals (including enjoyment, exams, concerts, etc.).
Teach online from home if the School must close to the public due to national emergencies, etc.
Participate in YBM community events such as student term-end concerts, outdoor festivals, outreach, etc.
Complete all digital admin necessary to the operation of the School's business as it relates to the students or the instructor, including but not limited to: scheduling, upcoming events, student progress/attendance, etc.(But most of our processes are automated!)
Act, speak, and dress professionally and personably while at work.
Cover for other instructors on days in which they are absent (This includes same-day shift coverage)
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Starting wage is $18/hour. But wages are offered based on candidate experience, skills, and other aspects.
The Musical Safari Guide Position
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accountable
personable
flexible
supportive
driven
communicative
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ability to sing and follow melodies (you don’t have to be an all-star, but you have to carry a tune!)
ability to maintain a moderate to high level of physical activity (we crawl, jump, dance, twirl, and stay on our feet for most of the class).
ability to communicate effectively with parents and children
some experience working with children
ability to lift up to 15lbs from time to time (ie boxes when prepping or moving supplies)
pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
ability to travel weekly to our locations (please see https://yellowbrickmusic.ca/contact for location information)
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Experience as a caregiver to babies/toddlers
Availability on Saturdays (preferred)
Previous experience in a similar setting
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Attend all assigned classes in a punctual and prepared manner (on average working 2-4 hours per week, on the same day and time each week)
Prepare, supervise, and instruct our Musical Safari group classes (training on the program is provided)
Participate in YBM community events such as outdoor festivals, outreach events, etc.
Efficiently manage time in the classroom, ensuring a timely start and finish time for each class
Demonstrate a high sense of responsibility and self-management
Communicate with families regarding: - including but not limited to - student attendance, answers participant questions (But most of our processes are automated!)
Act, speak, and dress professionally while at work.
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Starting wage is $19/hour while training, which increases to $20/hour when training is complete (excluding those under the age of 18). But wages are offered based on candidate experience, skills, and other aspects.
Apply today
Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.