CAPA Music Teacher

William Carey Christian School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

William Carey Christian School in Prestons, NSW, is seeking a passionate CAPA Music Teacher to join the High School team.

The role focuses on teaching Music within CAPA, with opportunities to lead ensembles, conduct orchestras and contribute to other CAPA subjects based on experience.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications to teach and accreditation by NESA.
• Meet APST at proficient level.
• Current valid Working with Children Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Teach NESA Creative Arts Music Years 7–12 syllabus and develop engaging programs.
• Lead ensembles, conduct orchestras and manage performances.
• Incorporate ICT effectively in the classroom and collaborate with CAPA subjects.

Skills

Music education

Ensemble direction

Conducting

Piano accompaniment

Education

NESA teaching qualification

APST proficient level

Job description

William Carey Christian School – Prestons NSW

Wiliam Carey Christian School is seeking a passionate and capable CAPA Music Teacher to join our High School team. This role focuses primarily on teaching Music within the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) department, while also providing opportunities to lead ensembles, conduct orchestras and contribute to other CAPA subjects based on the successful applicant’s experience and interests.

A person of evangelical Christian convictions and character, actively involved in a Bible-based Christian church and committed to the work of Christian education.

Affirm and uphold the School’s Statement of Faith and remain committed to teaching the curriculum from a Christian perspective and analysis, integrating a biblical worldview into all aspects of teaching and learning.

Relevant tertiary qualifications to teach and accredited by NESA.

Meet and maintain the criteria of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) at proficient level according to legislation.

A current and valid paid Working with Children Check clearance prior to commencement of employment, with ongoing maintenance of this clearance throughout employment.

An excellent classroom teacher with a deep and broad knowledge of current issues and best practice in education.

Demonstrated capacity to communicate clearly with students, colleagues and the wider community regarding educational and welfare issues.

Demonstrated capacity to work harmoniously with teams, whether in supervisory, collegial or advisory contexts.

Experience in teaching students to meet a wide range of student learning requirements, including effective use of ICT in the classroom.

Demonstrated experience teaching the NESA Creative Arts Music Years 7-12 syllabus (or equivalent curriculum), including the development of high-quality, sequential and engaging teaching and learning programs.

Proven ability to design and deliver classroom music programs that develop students’ skills in performance, listening, composition and musicology.

Demonstrated experience planning, developing and directing repertoire and programs for student performances and music events.

Strong musicianship, including the ability to model and develop musical skills across a range of student abilities.

Experience conducting, rehearsing and managing instrumental ensembles, orchestras and/or choral groups, including repertoire selection and performance preparation (highly desirable).

Strong piano accompaniment skills to support rehearsals, performances and classroom music programs (highly desirable).

About William Carey Christian School

William Carey Christian School (WCCS) is a Prep – Year 12 school of approximately 1,400 students, located at Prestons, nine kilometres south‑west of Liverpool. The School celebrated its 40th year in 2024 and has a strong and respected reputation within the local community.

Set on expansive grounds with modern facilities, WCCS is committed to transforming lives through the proclamation of the Gospel and the delivery of an excellent, Christian education accessible to the whole community. Our vision is to see our students saved by Christ, to see our staff and students live for Christ, and to see our students learn, grow and flourish.

To learn more about William Carey Christian School, visit:

www.wccs.nsw.edu.au

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