Music Teacher

We are seeking an experienced and passionate music educator to join our Junior School as a Music Teacher with a POR for Coordinator of Strings | Early Childhood and Primary.

We are offering a one year fixed-term part-time teaching role of 0.49 FTE with a  appointment to the Position of Responsibility, Coordinator of Strings | Early Childhood and Primary, which includes a time release component of 0.16FTE, totaling a contract of 0.65 FTE. 

Working collaboratively with the Music Department and the Head of Learning and Teaching | Corio Junior School, the Coordinator of Strings | Early Childhood and Primary will lead the ongoing development and delivery of a high-quality strings programme that inspires participation, musical excellence and student engagement across the Early Childhood and Primary years.

• Lead, supervise and coordinate the Early Childhood and Primary Strings Programme.
• Deliver engaging and high-quality strings instruction that supports student growth and achievement.
• Enhance and further develop the existing Strings Programme to maximise student participation and engagement.
• Collaborate closely with the Music Department, classroom teachers and school leaders to support programme success.
• Develop and coordinate musical performances, assemblies, concerts, music soirées and other community events.
• Prepare students for performance opportunities, including occasional inter-campus events.
• Support the development and implementation of music curriculum aligned with contemporary best practice, the PYP framework and Reggio Emilia philosophy.
• Employ authentic assessment practices and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Communicate regularly with parents through conversations, written reports and parent-teacher conferences.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on programme outcomes and student achievement.
• Foster student wellbeing and create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and strategic direction of the Music Department.

• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Music Education
• An experienced teacher with proven success as an accomplished music educator and musician.
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching strings and instrumental music.
• Strong ensemble leadership experience.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to contributing positively to a team environment.
• Previous experience coordinating a music programme.
• Accomplished ensemble conducting experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).
• Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy.
• Keyboard and accompanying skills.