Primary Music Teacher

Primary Music Teacher K-6 (Maternity Leave Position)

Part-Time (0.8 FTE, Full-time Negotiable)

Commencing Term 3, 2024

The College is currently seeking to appoint a talented and dynamic Primary Music Teacherto join our team of committed professionals. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate at interview a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with their faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship, as well as the following skills and experience:

• relevant education and music qualifications;
• relevant instrumental and vocal experience; particularly the ability to teach beginner violin to Stage 2
• experience in working with and leading musical ensembles, including primary and secondary string ensembles.
• experience in conducting;
• a strong understanding of and commitment to Christian education and the Christian development of students;
• the propensity to innovate;
• the capacity to develop programmes that differentiate learning opportunities for students;
• experience in the use of data to deliver academic improvement; and
• a commitment to teamwork, transparent practice, and collaboration.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be expected to provide a Working With Children Check clearance number or clearance letter.

Applications close on Monday, 13 May 2024. Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and appointments may be made prior to the application close date.

Norwest Christian College is an independent, co-educational P-12 school located in the growing north-west sector of Sydney. With the mission of Building Purposeful Lives; loving God, pursuing purpose, and building capacity, our community is focused upon facilitating great learning, serving others, and ensuring that each young person experiences loving and caring relationships in a supportive pastoral environment.

Central to the culture of our College is a strong emphasis upon the professional growth and development of our staff, actualised through bespoke learning programs for teachers. We prize our highly collegiate and supportive community, and look for opportunities to network with schools, the tertiary sector, and other organisations to grow and share influence. We also seek to engage our teachers in their areas of passion and interest, providing opportunities for leadership and a professional presence within and beyond the College.

Teaching and learning at Norwest is a dynamic experience. Norwest Christian College educators are passionate about exploring and delivering 21st century pedagogies that enable students to flourish and thrive, and the College is fast growing a reputation for its progressive approach to teaching and learning that facilitates the building of learning behaviours.

For more information, please visit www.norwest.nsw.edu.au

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