Co-curricular Instrumental Tutor

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd; Lockyer Valley Regional; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is seeking enthusiastic Co-curricular Instrumental Tutors (Guitar, Percussion, Brass) on a casual basis for lessons during the school day. Lessons run 8:30am to 2:30pm, with days negotiated with the successful candidate.

Opportunity to grow involvement in performing arts programs as the college expands. You will deliver high-quality individual or small-group tuition, tailor lessons to student goals, and contribute to a vibrant arts culture within the College.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach instrumental music to school-aged students.
• Demonstrated proficiency on guitar, percussion or brass (or multiple).
• Current Blue Card (or ability to obtain one).
• Ability to invoice independently and provide ABN.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality tutoring sessions during the school day (8:30am–2:30pm) for individuals or small groups.
• Develop lesson plans to improve technique, expression and confidence.
• Maintain records of student progress and communicate with families and staff.
• Contribute to performing arts events and co-curricular programs.

Skills

Instrumental teaching experience

Strong communication

Enthusiastic performer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or Education

Job description

Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is seeking enthusiastic Co-curricular Instrumental Tutors (Guitar, Percussion, Brass) on a casual basis for lessons during the school day.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about the performing arts and eager to inspire the next generation of creative learners? Faith Lutheran College, Plainland is seeking enthusiastic and skilled Co-curricular Tutors to join our Arts and Co-curricular team on a casual basis with the ability to teach any of the following instruments:

• Guitar
• Percussion
• Brass

Tutoring lessons take place during the school day from 8:30am to 2:30pm. Which days will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

At Faith, our vision is to awaken potential and empower learners for purposeful lives through Christ. We provide a vibrant and authentic education that equips young people to boldly and confidently shape our world. As a Performing Arts Tutor, you’ll play a vital role in nurturing students’ talents and helping them achieve their individualised artistic goals.

Located in the heart of the picturesque Lockyer Valley, our beautiful rural campus is just a minute away from the Warrego Highway, making it an easy commute from Brisbane or Toowoomba. The College is entering an exciting phase of growth, with the launch of a new Junior School in 2027. The Junior School will commence with Years 5 and 6 and expand by two year levels each year until reaching Prep.

This growth presents a unique opportunity for the successful applicant to be part of shaping the College’s co-curricular music offering from the ground up. As the College expands, there is strong potential for this role to grow in scope, including increased tutoring hours and broader involvement in developing performing arts programs across additional year levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality individual or small-group tuition tailored to students’ skill levels and aspirations in their instrumental journey.
• Support students in achieving individualised creative goals, which may include preparing for performances, examinations, ensemble participation, or other personalised artistic pursuits.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that promote technical skill, creative expression, and confidence.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with families and staff.
• Actively contribute to College arts events and co-curricular programs, collaborating with staff to build a vibrant performing arts culture.
  

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated proficiency in your discipline.
• Demonstrated experience teaching instrumental music to school-aged students.
• Strong knowledge of technique, theory, and repertoire relevant to your field.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate students of varying ages and abilities.
• Current Blue Card (or ability to obtain one).
• Ability to either obtain or provide an Australian Business Number and complete invoicing independently.
• Tertiary qualifications in Performing Arts, Music, or Education.
• Familiarity with and experience preparing students for relevant examination systems (e.g., AMEB, Trinity, etc.).
• Experience in school or educational settings.
• Ability to teach one or more of the following additional instruments:
  • Flute
  • Saxophone
  • Trombone.

The full Position Description can be viewed at https://faithlc.qld.edu.au/careers

At FaithLutheran Collegewe are a Child SafeOrganisation. Queensland’schild safeguardinglaw–theChild SafeOrganisations Actcommencedfrom 1 October 2025. It aimsto protectQueenslandchildren from harmwhen they interact with businesses and organisations.

Affiliation: Lutheran
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

850 Students
60 TeachingStaff
58 Non-Teaching Staff

Faith Lutheran College is an established secondary co-educational College of the Lutheran Church of Australia, Queensland District.The College is located in a delightful rural setting, on the Warrego Highway at Plainland, 76 km west of Brisbane GPO. The College serves the agriculturally rich Lockyer Valley.