Address Role Description/Criteria
ABOUT THE COLLEGEParade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young men grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours.
As a long-standing Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all.
Parade College is the oldest Edmund Rice School in Australia, dating back to 1871, and has a proud history of excellence in the education and pastoral care of young men. Parade offers a multitude of curriculum options for boys whatever their interest may be; from academic, sporting, music, visual arts and trade options.
The professional environment for staff at Parade College emphasises innovation, the importance of lifelong learning and quality relationships between staff, students and the College community.
THE POSITION
Parade College is a warm and friendly environment dedicated to the education of boys since 1871.
The College aims to help young men grow into well rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all endeavours.
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Parade College provides excellence in the education of young performers in Music.
We are seeking to employ an inspiring and experienced teacher of Drumkit / Percussion for fixed term part-time (two days per week) contract, with the potential for an increase in teaching allotment to teach individual lessons on drumkit and direct the college drumline at secondary school level.
Working within the Parade College Music Department, the Drumkit / Percussion instructor will be part of a team of instrumental specialists, providing instruction across a broad range of styles.
The successful applicant will:
Hold a music education or tertiary music degree
Have current VIT registration or a WWCC
Be a dynamic music educator and an outstanding musician with a proven record of excellence in teaching and performance skills gained through training or experience
Have a dynamic manner with the ability to relate well to students of all abilities and to communicate effectively with parents and staff
Have excellent organisational skills, including appropriate record keeping and assessment, organise materials to facilitate motivation, enjoyment and learning for each student
Be familiar with VCE, AMEB and ANZCA syllabus requirements and teach across a range of styles
Prepare for and teach individual lessons within the school
Monitor, record, and report verbally, in written form and using technology on the continuous progress of each student
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, student performance and progress
Participate in rehearsals, concerts, and Music events
Complete other duties as directed by the college and music calendar
Ensemble direction, ability to teach percussion and conducting skills would be an advantage.
The Parade College music department is exciting and dynamic, being well suited to applicants who will immerse themselves in the culture of the school.
Please view the Position Description for further details about the role and the selection criteria.
Application Requirements
In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role.
To apply, please visit the College website Employment Page click ‘APPLY’ and follow the prompts.
Applications must include:
a covering letter; together with
a current Curriculum Vitae.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 12 February 2024. Applications will be considered as received, and interviews may be held during the application period.
Parade College acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.
This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.
Parade College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Procedures
https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/school/employment
