Posted 11 days ago
PMTI Voice and Dialect Instructor
@ Capilano University
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
Capilano University is hiring a part-time PMTI Voice and Dialect Instructor for its Theatre department in North Vancouver, on a temporary fixed-term basis starting January 1, 2027. The role teaches one-on-one voice production, vocal health, breath control and spoken-text support to first- to third-year acting students, with dialect teaching (Standard American) as an asset. Lessons run 50 minutes per student per week, shared with an Alexander Technique instructor.
Responsibilities:
- One-on-one voice lessons of 50 minutes per student each week
- Teach voice production, vocal health and functional anatomy
- Teach breath control and support for spoken-voice texts
- Teach dialects, specifically Standard American (asset)
- Support studio theatre, in-class performances and the season of shows
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree, certification or equivalent qualification
- Previous university teaching experience required
- Master's in a relevant area preferred
- Excellent communication skills, patience and leadership
- Energetic, driven, creative and dependable
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Arts & media |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Theatre, Performing arts |
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Capilano University
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 1001-5000 |
| Headquarters | North Vancouver |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
Capilano University respectfully acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded territories of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam) Nations.
At CapU we are committed to supporting a campus community that is both diverse and inclusive. We believe that diversity within our workforce is essential in creating both an exceptional student, and employee experience. As part of this ongoing commitment, we strive to ensure that our recruitment campaigns are proudly reflective of the community we serve. We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities as well as members of groups that experience discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, place of origin, ancestry, and religion as we acknowledge the value each individual brings to the CapU community through their lived experiences.
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Competition Number:
JR100222Position Title:
PMTI Voice and Dialect InstructorEmployment Group:
FacultyPosition Status:
Temporary (Fixed Term) Part timePosition Type:
PMIWorkload Amount:
35Department:
TheatreLocation:
North VancouverJob Description Summary:
.The Theatre department at Capilano University is seeking a private voice (text and speech and Dialect) instructor for the Acting for Stage and Screen programs.
This is one-on-one voice instruction where voice production, vocal health, vocal and functional anatomy, breath control and support for spoken-voice texts (monologues, sonnets, scenes, etc.) are taught to first- to third-year acting students. Ability to teach dialects (specifically Standard American) is an asset.
These lessons also support Studio Theatre and in-class performances, as well as the season of shows. Lessons are 50 minutes per student per week, and the semester is shared with an Alexander Technique instructor.
Current faculty members have a master-teacher level knowledge of many functional voice methodologies and pedagogies for both the sung and spoken
voice.
Job Description:
This is one-on-one voice instruction where voice production, vocal health, vocal and functional anatomy, breath control and support for spoken-voice texts (monologues, sonnets, scenes, etc.) are taught to first- to third-year acting students. Ability to teach dialects (specifically Standard American) is an asset.
These lessons also support Studio Theatre and in-class performances, as well as the season of shows. Lessons are 50 minutes per student per week, and the semester is shared with an Alexander Technique instructor.
Additional Details:
What you’ll bring
Bachelor’s degree, certification or equivalent qualification from an accredited college or training program.
Professional experience will be considered.
A Master’s in a relevant area is preferred. Previous teaching at a University is required.
Must have excellent communication skills, demonstrate patience and leadership skills, and be energetic, driven, creative, and dependable.
Posting Detail Information
Appointment Date:
January 1, 2027Post Date:
October 27, 2026Close Date:
November 24, 2026Journal
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