Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom. At the Toorak Campus (ELC-Year 6) our purpose is to build a solid foundation (knowledge, skills, mindset and self-worth) in each child. To engender a true love of learning that will inspire and support them through their educational journey and successfully prepare them for their tomorrow.  About the role: Geelong Grammar School, Toorak, currently seeks a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and driven Cello Instrumental Music Tutor. The role and function of the Cello Instrumental Music Tutor is to plan and deliver engaging and considered individual music lessons to students from Prep to Year 6 inclusive of our Classroom Instrumental Programs for Years 2 and 3 and assistance in ensembles.   This is a casual contract for approximately one and half days per week, commencing at the beginning of Term 2 2025. The role requires availability on Thursdays, intending to further increase the load as the program continues to grow.   Ideally, the successful candidate will meet the following criteria: Tertiary Music qualification - Cello. Experience teaching within a school music program. A proven record of excellence in tutoring and performance skills gained through training or experience A dynamic manner with the ability to relate well to students of all ages and abilities, and to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Experience in tuition of individual students and small groups within a Classroom Instrumental Programme. Availability to participate in rehearsals, concerts and music events. Provide Ensemble direction, piano accompaniment and conducting skills will be considered advantageous. VIT or Working with Children Check  Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse. The School’s Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under ‘Student Safeguarding’.  The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role.  Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School’s expectations should be directed to safeguarding@ggs.vic.edu.au.      Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. To apply for this role you will be required to provide a resume and cover letter. For further details and/or to apply, visit the employment page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment  Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date.  Applications close at 10 am on Monday 21st April 2025.  AUD Toorak 3142

Music Tutor (Cello Instrumental)

 

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom. 

At the Toorak Campus (ELC-Year 6) our purpose is to build a solid foundation (knowledge, skills, mindset and self-worth) in each child. To engender a true love of learning that will inspire and support them through their educational journey and successfully prepare them for their tomorrow.  

About the role: 

Geelong Grammar School, Toorak, currently seeks a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and driven Cello Instrumental Music Tutor. The role and function of the Cello Instrumental Music Tutor is to plan and deliver engaging and considered individual music lessons to students from Prep to Year 6 inclusive of our Classroom Instrumental Programs for Years 2 and 3 and assistance in ensembles.   

This is a casual contract for approximately one and half days per week, commencing at the beginning of Term 2 2025. The role requires availability on Thursdays, intending to further increase the load as the program continues to grow.  

 

Ideally, the successful candidate will meet the following criteria: 

  • Tertiary Music qualification - Cello. 

  • Experience teaching within a school music program. 

  • A proven record of excellence in tutoring and performance skills gained through training or experience 

  • A dynamic manner with the ability to relate well to students of all ages and abilities, and to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. 

  • Experience in tuition of individual students and small groups within a Classroom Instrumental Programme. 

  • Availability to participate in rehearsals, concerts and music events. 

  • Provide Ensemble direction, piano accompaniment and conducting skills will be considered advantageous. 

  • VIT or Working with Children Check 

 

Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse. 

The School’s Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under ‘Student Safeguarding’.  The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role.  Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School’s expectations should be directed to safeguarding@ggs.vic.edu.au.     

 

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date.

 

To apply for this role you will be required to provide a resume and cover letter. For further details and/or to apply, visit the employment page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment 

 

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date. 

 

Applications close at 10 am on Monday 21st April 2025. 

  • Posted Date 28 Mar 2025
  • Location Toorak
    VIC / Australia
  • Industry Education & Training
  • Job Type
  • Salary Not provided