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Form of workAbout the Role:
A terrific opportunity awaits a talented P-9 Music teacher to join a community-focused school in Williamstown/Altona in 2024 for a full time position starting in Term 2. This school, serving around 1000 students from years F-12 across three campuses, provides a great opportunity to be part of a wonderful school community. The school supports both graduates and experienced teachers, offers learning coaching, and great resources.
Key duties:
- Planning and delivering engaging music lessons that cater to the needs and interests of students
- Creating or following the Victorian curriculum that aligns with educational standards and objectives, incorporating elements such as music theory, history, performance skills, and appreciation.
- Teaching students how to play various musical instruments, such as the piano, guitar, recorder, or drums, depending on available resources and student interests.
- Introducing students to music theory concepts such as rhythm, melody, harmony, notation, and scales, in age-appropriate ways.
- Fostering an appreciation for different styles and genres of music through listening activities, discussions, and exposure to a diverse range of musical works.
- Organizing and facilitating opportunities for students to showcase their musical talents through concerts or school performances.
- Assessing students' progress and understanding through various means, such as performance evaluations, written assignments, and practical assessments.
- Continuously engaging in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in music education and to enhance teaching skills.
- Managing musical instruments, resources, and materials effectively to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.
Skills & Experience:
- Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
- Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
- Maintain a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
- Demonstrate previous experience in teaching primary/secondary music
- Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).
Offering:
- Teaching Music to students in years F-9
- Join a school community that is actively growing and evolving
- Commence Term 2 2024
- Receiving a salary commensurate with your demonstrated expertise, within the range of $75,000 to $115,000
The School:
- Three large campuses, within Williamstown, Newport and Altona North
- Approachable management team and smaller team structures
- Well respected school within the local community
- Collaborative planning model with professional development opportunities
Why work with Tradewind?
The Benefits:
- Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
- Relevant and real information about roles
- No joining fees/other fees
- Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
- Interview tips and preparation provided
- Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis
Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.
How to apply:
To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website
For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Education Permanent Team on (03) 9110-0***
TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.
