Voice Instructor - Northwest Music Academy

Northwest Music Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate voice instructor to join our teaching team starting in September 2026.

We are a small Calgary music studio that values technical excellence, artistic curiosity, and meaningful music education. We're looking for a teacher who shares those values and is excited to help students grow into confident, thoughtful musicians.

About You

The ideal candidate has:

- A Bachelor of Music (or equivalent post-secondary music education), or significant professional performance experience. Those without a degree but with high-level RCM certification instead may also be considered.
- Strong vocal technique and musicianship.
- Basic piano proficiency for accompanying lessons. Additional proficiency in piano or guitar (and the ability to teach those instruments) is an asset.
- A genuine enthusiasm for teaching students of varying ages and abilities.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain musical concepts clearly and patiently.
- Professionalism, reliability, and strong organizational skills.

We're looking for a teacher who values:

- Strong technical foundations
- Musical literacy
- Thoughtful repertoire selection
- High expectations paired with genuine encouragement
- Long-term artistic growth over quick entertainment

Our teachers are warm, engaging, and encouraging while also maintaining clear expectations and a focused learning environment.

What You'll Teach





Primary responsibilities include teaching private voice lessons in a contractor capacity. Our students often aim to complete RCM exam, so experience in that is also an asset. Depending on your background, opportunities may also be available to teach:

- Piano
- Guitar
- Music Theory

Teaching Locations

Applicants may choose to teach in one or both of the following settings:

In-Home Lessons
Travel to students' homes within northwest Calgary to provide one-on-one instruction. Instructors receive an additional $15 travel fee per visit made.

Community Centre Studio
Teach from a dedicated lesson space at a local community centre.

Availability, scheduling preferences, and travel considerations will be discussed during the hiring process.

We Offer

- Competitive instructor compensation
- A supportive and collaborative teaching setting
- Administrative support for scheduling and student communication
- Recital and performance opportunities for students
- Students and families who value high-quality music education

If you're passionate about helping students become skilled, thoughtful musicians, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit:

- Your résumé, including your musical training and performance experience.
- A brief cover letter describing your teaching values.
- Any other teaching experience, certifications, or references you would like us to consider.

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Voice Teacher (Canada)
🏢 Northwest Music Academy
📍 Canada