Instrumental Music Tutor - Strings

About the College:

St Andrew’s Anglican College is a leading Independent School on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, with an enviable reputation for promoting excellence in every aspect of the College life to enable students to move confidently into their future. St Andrew’s has over 1450 students, naturally flowing from Kindergarten through to Year 12, with the state-of-the-art facilities and high calibre staff.

Casual Music Tutor 
An exceptional opportunity exists for Strings Tutor to join the team at St Andrew’s Anglican College. To deliver quality music lessons and innovative education as a valued member of the Co-Curricular Music Department.

Role of the Position

The position of the Instrumental Music Tutor is to deliver quality Music Lessons and innovative education as a specialist in an area of the Co-Curricular Music Department. The Instrumental Music Tutor has the responsibility to undertake this role in keeping with the Music Department Strategic Plan as directed by the Director of Music. The Instrumental Music Tutor works in conjunction with other music faculty, Instrumental Music, and ensemble staff, to form a collaborative approach to the learning journey of every student.

Strings - An inspiring and enthusiastic musician of violin/viola, keen to instill a love for playing strings in Primary aged children. Possible teaching work available in our Year 3 Strings program for the right candidate.  

Key Requirements

• Relevant qualifications or demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Hold a current, valid Blue Card as required under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 or QCT Registration
• Intermediate use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven ability to work as a constructive member of a team with a professional, courteous manner
• Maintain a degree of flexibility in working hours from time to time as required for the position

Key Accountability

Teach your instrument(s) to either individual or small groups

• Create an environment of active and genuine learning by employing a range of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Monitor each student’s progress and keep student and parents informed of progress.
• Keep accurate records of achievement and attendance in order to provide meaningful reports and parent communications as required.
• Maintain your instrumental area by; checking equipment and teaching area, updating asset records, obtaining quotes for repair and keeping in regular communication with the Director of Music, Head of Bands and the Music Administrator.

Participate in the College’s Co-curricular Music Program and the Band Immersion Program

• Prepare your instrumental students either as soloists or ensemble members for the various performances that occur throughout the year.
• Assist in rehearsals and sectionals, or take the responsibility and direction of your own ensemble/s.

Maintain your own skill and knowledge in Music, teaching and your instrument/s.

• Actively pursue the development and improvement of your instrumental area by accessing and implementing up-to-date teaching methods and curriculum tools.
• Utilise Information and Learning Technologies as appropriate to your instrument/s
• Seek regular professional development opportunities such as attending appropriate seminars and courses
• Maintain relationships with professional associations (eg ABODA)
• Coordinate any arrangement and orchestration of music for ensembles as necessary/relevant.
• Previous conducting/directing skills are desirable

Applications Close:    12:00pm, Wednesday 7 February 2024

The College reserves the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found

TO APPLY:

Please select "apply now" and provide a covering letter and resume. A maximum of 6 pages would be appreciated. We suggest using Google Chrome browser for optimal results. Alternatively, a position description and the option to apply directly is available by going to the College website at www.saac.qld.edu.au/connections/employment/.

St Andrew’s has a commitment to creating environments for children and young people to thrive. All applicants are instructed to read and reflect their agreement of the Code of Conduct for Anglican Schools which is located on our website.

St Andrew's is an equal opportunities employer, ATSI people are encouraged to apply for positions within the College, and all candidates must hold a current Working with Children Blue Card. All prospective candidates (over 18) are required to undergo a check against the Anglican Church National Standards Register.