Violin Teacher

Contract part-time job at LOWTHER HALL ANGLICAN GRAMMAR SCHOOL (Essendon Victoria 3040, Australia)

Lowther Hall is an inclusive school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, committed to excellence for all. Situated in Essendon, it is the only Anglican independent school for girls in the area. The School has an enrolment of 800, a size which enables each girl to be known as an individual. Lowther Hall is a learning community in which staff and students work together to achieve the shared goal of educating the whole girl for the whole of life.

Closing date May 20, 2024
LocationEssendon VIC, Australia
Type Part-Time
Status Contract
Contact employment@lowtherhall.vic.edu.au

About this job

Violin Teacher
Fixed Term Part time 0.4FTE
Commencing 15 July 2024
Concluding 6 December 2024

The successful applicant should be a dynamic music educator, leader and an outstanding musician with a proven record of excellence in teaching and performance and who is committed to our school’s mission of educating the whole person for the whole of life. They will be committed to their own learning and professional development. Passionate about their field, they will demonstrate the ability to build a culture of success in and enjoyment of their instrument by students and to ensure high standards of teaching and learning.

Support of the School’s values is essential

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates who address the Selection Criteria are eligible for shortlisting.

Applicants should provide a statement of no more than 300 words which outlines the ways in which they fulfil the following criteria:

  1. Appropriate qualification in music
  2. Experience in, and a demonstrated passion for teaching Violin
  3. Experience in and knowledge of AMEB and VCE syllabus and repertoire
  4. Experience performing and teaching a wide range of repertoire
  5. A genuine commitment to their own learning
  6. A proven record as an outstanding Violin teacher / teacher candidate
  7. Success in fostering in girls a love of learning and a commitment to excellence
  8. A proven ability to develop productive relationships with students, staff and parents
  9. Excellent organisational, administrative and presentation skills
  10. An understanding of the Lowther Hall context and requirements for ensuring child safety

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Current Working with Children Check or VIT registration
  2. Current Level 2 First Aid and CPR Certificate – with a commitment to on-going training
  3. Willingness to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check upon appointment 
  4. Current anaphylaxis management qualification
  5. Current asthma management qualification

APPLICATIONS                                                                           

Applicants for this position, should include in their application the following information:

  1. Full name
  2. Residential/Postal address, email and phone contact details
  3. Religious affiliation (optional)
  4. Evidence of educational qualifications
  5. Previous work history
  6. A statement of no more than 300 words addressing the selection criteria
  7. A copy of your current WWCC or VIT registration card
  8. Evidence of current level 2 First Aid and CPR Certificate, Asthma and Anaphylaxis training or the willingness to undertake such qualifications prior to commencing
  9. The names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional referees from whom confidential information may be sought

To view the Position Description for this role please go to: https://www.lowtherhall.vic.edu.au/join-us/employment-opportunities 

Applications should be forwarded to: employment@lowtherhall.vic.edu.au
Applications close 9.00am Monday 20 May 2024

 

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