Instructor – Music Therapy Program, Faculty of Education, Health & Human Development

Competition Number F18791P

Position Title Instructor – Music Therapy Program, Faculty of Education, Health & Human Development

Employee Group Faculty

Position Status Non-Regular

Position Type Instructor

Special Appointee

Others please specify

Workload Amount 2.5 sections

Department Music Therapy

Additional Notes

This hiring fills a children and music therapy specialty void that is left by Stephen’s resignation. The successful candidate will teach courses specific to this specialty, since the current faculty don’t have this specialty.

Location North Vancouver

Working With Us

At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in Envisioning and Illuminating 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.

Join the Capilano University Faculty of Education, Health, and Human Development, where our commitment to inclusion and care goes hand in hand with a strong sense of purpose. Our faculty, staff, and students thrive in an environment of support and belonging. Through personal and professional connections, we are closely tied to our communities and deeply engaged with the issues that matter to them.

We are dedicated to improving lives and building healthy communities through education. We nurture the leaders of tomorrow. As a member of our Faculty, you will support students who face significant barriers to learning and collaborate with others to build a better world. In a place where creativity, imagination, and experimentation are prized, you will provide learners with the knowledge and skills to transform their own lives and make meaningful impacts in the lives of others.

The Faculty of Education, Health, and Human Development is a community of passionate educators shaping the future through connection, care, and transformative learning. In joining us, you will be welcomed into a dynamic educational environment by supportive and generous colleagues and become a valued member of a community committed to making a difference.

About the role

The Bachelor of Music Therapy program has an ongoing, part-time position for a certified music therapist and experienced educator. This person would be responsible for teaching music therapy content and practicum courses, so a clinical work history with a focus on children and youth would be an asset. These courses are only offered in-person.

Experience, competencies & qualifications

Qualifications and Experience:

• MTA certification – with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists, or equivalent international certification (e.g. MT-BC);
• Masters in Music Therapy or equivalent graduate achievement;
• At least 5 years as a working clinical music therapist with a variety of populations, with an emphasis on children and youth;
• Excellent musicianship;
• Excellent self-awareness and insight; and
• Excellent interpersonal and team skills.

Internal or External Position External

Appointment Date (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/01/2025

Salary Scale $9,420 per instructional section.

Post Date 05/07/2025

Close Date 05/26/2025

Open Until Filled No

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