Education Coordinator

Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire for the role of Education Co-ordinator to provide the business and administrative support for live and virtual summer camps and participate in the development of new camp and workshop programming.

About the Job:

• Responsible for music educational programming administration and development, including camps, workshops, music parties and other initiatives

• Act as the lead for new camp/workshop development and ensure that all participants have a fun and fulfilling experience
• Research, develop and implement a music educational development strategy and tactics, identifying specific goals and measurable objectives
• Develop the appropriate resources needed to engage participants in a fun and educational music program experience
• Respond to requests for information about camps/workshops/parties 
• Coordinate, schedule and support the camp coordinator, music director, sectional instructors, guests and music mentors for all camps
• Collaborate with fellow staff to respond to and connect with participants and parents
• Create and implement a series of surveys to measure programming outcomes with all audiences
• Participate in interviews with external connections about the value of music education and ensure they are recorded, reviewed and uploaded to our platforms
• Assist in developing a long-term plan for Bandology’s educational programming
• Oversee the development of educational resources for music students and educators, both independently and in collaboration with staff, board members and community partners

About You:

• Enrolled or graduated from a post-secondary program specializing in education or music education or similar
• Ability to perform and instruct, at a high levels on percussion instruments, wind band instruments and/or piano
• 2-5 years direct experience working in education, private lessons and/or camp
• Camp experience, either as a camper or counsellor
• Proven ability to lead and direct a team in a camp situation, working with both paid staff and volunteer mentors
• First aid/CPR training with current certification would be a bonus
• Excellent writing, research and interviewing skills
• Comfortable with public speaking, both in person and online

• Excellent communication skills and ability to use compassion and tact when dealing with campers, parents and other community members

• Comfortable working independently from your own personal space (Bandology is a virtual office) with regular in-person meetings and events (as appropriate) with access to your own computer with reliable internet connection

• Experience with Google suite of programs, social media and public speaking
• A wide base of transferable skills including organization, time management, self regulation, collaboration and leadership
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the team
• Creativity – new ideas are welcomed at Bandology! 
• A background in instrumental music, whether from music class, piano lessons or personal interest
• A passion for music and a belief in the long-term value of music education

• A police check and adherence to our vaccination policy will be required for the successful candidate

About Us:

Bandology is dedicated to providing quality job experiences that allow young people the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills in a safe and welcoming space, as well as the chance to pursue different aspects and applications of their passion for music and music education.

• In addition to working with the staff team, staff may work closely with Board members from diverse backgrounds with varied experience who provide mentorship
• Remote work utilizing a central Google drive for files and regular Zoom meetings. When able, we host an in-person meeting each week in Oakville, outdoors and physically distanced.
• An extensive on-boarding program during the first week to learn about the organization, processes and procedures, and our culture.
• A flexible work environment where you can set your own hours
• All staff work together collaboratively during Band Camp weeks and are expected to fully participate in person

Bandology is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive non-discriminatory work environment that respects the rights of all Canadians. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

Job Details:

With funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program, this position runs for 16 weeks from May 9 to August 26 for 35 hours per week at a rate of $15/hour. Bandology reimburses staff for any approved expenses or mileage.

To Apply:

Send your detailed resume to jobs@bandology.ca along with a cover letter (in one single PDF) that answers these three questions:

• Music is important to me because…
• I believe that the long-term value of music education is…
• A special talent that I bring to Bandology is…

We will reply to everyone starting on April 1 and if selected, interviews will be held via Zoom starting on April 11.