Cello Tutor & Ensemble Director - Flexible Schedule + Pay

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual contract

Option to convert to permanent part‑t

Superannuation

Job summary

De La Salle College Malvern seeks an experienced cello tutor to provide one-to-one lessons for students of all abilities and to direct the Senior Strings Ensemble, with support for the Junior Strings Ensemble. Teaching is currently on Wednesdays, with some scheduling flexibility.

Formal qualifications in cello performance and prior experience from beginner to VCE level are key, along with skills in music arranging and ensemble leadership.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Music Performance or equivalent.
• Experience teaching students from beginner to VCE level.
• Experience leading string ensembles.
• Ability to source and arrange music for individuals and ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Music Department, including Director of Music and Ensembles Coordinator.
• Teach one-to-one cello lessons and direct Senior Strings Ensemble; assist Junior Strings Ensemble.
• Coordinate lessons with school hours (7:30am–3:15pm) and occasional after-hours performances.

Skills

Music Performance

Ensemble Leadership

Music Arrangement

Child Safety Awareness

Education

VIT Registration (advantage)

Music Education Degree (advantage)

Job description

De La Salle College Malvern seeks an experienced cello tutor to provide one-to-one lessons for students of all abilities and to direct the Senior Strings Ensemble, with support for the Junior Strings Ensemble. Teaching is currently on Wednesdays, with some scheduling flexibility.

Formal qualifications in cello performance and prior experience from beginner to VCE level are key, along with skills in music arranging and ensemble leadership.