Classroom Music Teacher - Junior School

St Hilda's School Gold Coast; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff onsite parking

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Onsite Early Learning Centre access

Job summary

St Hilda's School Gold Coast, located on Queensland's Gold Coast, is seeking a warm and creative Music Teacher for junior school. The role involves delivering curriculum-aligned music lessons, building confidence and musical skills, and contributing to co-curricular music activities.

A passion for teaching girls and fostering a love of music is essential. This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months with likelihood of extension, commencing January 2027.

Qualifications

• Differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Knowledge of Australian Curriculum and contemporary pedagogy.
• Proven track record of achieving strong academic outcomes.
• Experience developing innovative unit and lesson plans for music.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum-aligned music instruction to junior school students.
• Monitor and assess student progress using data-informed practices.
• Provide differentiated learning experiences to meet individual student needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students and families; support overall development.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Australian Curriculum

Academic outcomes

Educational technology

Job description

St Hilda's School Gold Coast - Southport QLD

20h ago , from St Hilda's School Gold Coast

Full Time, Fixed Term - 12 months, with likelihood of extension

Commencing: January 2027

St Hilda's School invites applications from experienced and dynamic educators to join our junior school team.

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and creative music teacher to join our junior school music team. You will deliver engaging classroom music lessons that build confidence, musical skills and enjoyment of music in our students' early years of learning. The ability to teach instrumental music, singing, and choir would be highly desirable, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school and our vibrant music program.

About Us

Located on Queensland's Gold Coast, we are one of Australia's leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls' education and world class facilities, St Hilda's School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.

As an all-girls school we passionately believe every opportunity is designed with the girls in mind, fostering leadership, innovation and confidence so that our girls don't just imagine their future, they lead it.

About the Position

As a Junior School Teacher at St Hilda's School, you will create an engaging and supportive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, curiosity, and personal growth among students. This role involves developing and delivering curriculum-aligned instruction in accordance with the Australian Curriculum, using data-informed practices to monitor and assess student progress, and providing differentiated learning experiences that meet each student's individual needs. You will foster positive relationships with students and their families, and support the academic, social, and personal development of every child in your care.

About You

1. Teaching Excellence

• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs
• Strong knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and evidence-based teaching practices
• Proven track record of achieving excellent academic outcomes
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing innovative unit and lesson plans aligned with the Australian Curriculum.

2. Understanding of Girls' Education

• Deep understanding of how girls learn and develop across different age groups
• Ability to nurture confidence, resilience, and emerging leadership in girls during their formative years
• Knowledge of research-based approaches to girls' education and empowerment
• Commitment to broadening girls' aspirations from an early age.

3. Professional Skills

• Excellent classroom management and organisational abilities
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms
• High level of ability to assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.

4. Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for educating and nurturing girls through their junior years
• High professional and ethical standards
• Collaborative team player who contributes to the school community
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflection.

Why Join St Hilda's School?

Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer staff onsite parking, access to Fitness Passport, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities. Enjoy the convenience of an onsite co-located Early Learning Centre at very reasonable rates, providing peace of mind and proximity for staff with young families.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda's Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values, and Anglican Ethos of the School. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

The successful applicant must hold a current Queensland College of Teachers registration.