Cello Tutor - Contractor

Martian Logic Pty; Victoria; Hybrid; AUD 40,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Waverley Christian College in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South is seeking a Cello Tutor to provide individual and small group cello tuition on Tuesdays during the school term, starting Term 1, January 2027. The ability to teach cello and double bass is desirable and there are opportunities to lead String Ensembles.

The successful tutor will work as an independent contractor, requiring their own ABN, insurance, and WWCC/VIT registration, with VMTA rates for private lessons.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Deliver engaging group tutorials catering for a range of ability levels (Tuesdays).
• Motivate students to learn with effective classroom management and engaging lessons.
• Provide lessons to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and musical growth.
• Meet the needs of individual students and document progress for parents.
• Provide helpful feedback to parents on student progress.
• Prepare students for performances and exams.
• Communicate with staff and parents clearly using verbal, written, and Microsoft platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide cello (and ideally double bass) tuition on Tuesdays during term time.
• Openings for taking String Ensembles in the Orchestra course for primary and secondary students.
• Lead or participate in the college string ensembles as required.
• Work as an independent contractor with required ABN, insurance, and WWCC/VIT.
• Adhere to VMTA recommended rates for private lessons.

Skills

Group tutoring

Classroom management

Student motivation

Curriculum planning

Communication with parents

Feedback delivery

Performance preparation

Diverse learners

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a Cello Tutor to provide individual and small group cello tuition on Tuesdays each week during the school term. The ability to teach both cello and double bass is desirable. This role includes openings for taking String Ensembles in our Orchestra course for Primary and Secondary students, and the College’s String Ensembles.

This is a?contract position commencing in Term 1, January 2027.

Skills particular to the job:

• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Deliver engaging group tutorials catering for a range of ability levels (Preferably Tuesdays)
• Motivate students to learn by demonstrating effective classroom management strategies and providing engaging lessons
• Provide lessons to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and musical growth
• Be aware of the needs of individual students and take realistic steps to meet those needs.
• Provide helpful feedback to parents on student progress
• Prepare students for performances and exams
• Communicate with staff and parents clearly, using verbal, written, and Microsoft platforms

The successful tutor will work within a great music department as an independent contractor, and therefore will require their own ABN, Insurance, and WWCC/ VIT registration. The College follows the VMTA recommended rates for private lessons.

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care, and wellbeing of children.