Creative Arts Teacher (Music/Drama/Visual Art)

Sydney Catholic Schools; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Catholic educational institution in NSW is seeking a Creative Arts Teacher (Music/Drama/Visual Art) to commence immediately. This part-time, temporary role requires teaching across K-6 and leading music ensembles, with an emphasis on student outcomes. Candidates are expected to have a relevant tertiary qualification and a commitment to the Catholic ethos. Join a vibrant community fostering high educational standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Classroom Music/Drama/Visual Art Teacher in Primary schools.
• Enthusiastic educator, driven to inspire children in the Creative Arts.
• Willingness to support the Catholic ethos of Sydney Catholic Schools.

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver the Music Education Program.
• Lead and conduct school choir and instrumental performances.
• Collaborate with other educators for Performing Arts Education.

Skills

Implementing and delivering Music Education Program

Leading and conducting instrumental/vocal ensembles

Collaborating with Instrumental Tutors

Promoting and upholding Sydney Catholic Schools’ mission

Ability to teach Drama and Visual Art across K-6

Engagement in contemporary educational research

Demonstrated ability to contribute to high-quality performances

Current driver's licence

Baptised Catholic

Education

Tertiary qualification in Primary Education with Music experience

Job description

Overview

Creative Arts Teacher (Music/Drama/Visual Art) – Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Earlwood

Commencement Date: Immediate
Closing Date: Friday, 24 October 2025
Capacity: Part-Time (0.6FTE), Temporary

About Our School

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is a vibrant Catholic community that is inclusive and driven by a belief that every student is capable of successful learning. A high priority is given to building and maintaining positive relationships between staff, students and parents. Our ethos is built around high expectations and an ongoing commitment to excellence. Guided by our learning principles, Challenge, Collaborate, Create, Share and Preserve, our students engage in a broad range of learning experiences that nurture their potential to succeed. Parents and families are valued as partners in student learning and in mutually supportive ways with school leaders and teachers.

Position Highlights

• The successful applicant will join with a focus on providing quality Catholic education, maximizing student outcomes by offering a rich, relevant and holistic curriculum that is student-centered, flexible and challenging.
• This part-time (0.6 FTE) role is scheduled to commence on Tuesday, 28 October 2025 and conclude at the end of Term 3, 2026.
• Applications from recent graduates are welcome (if applicable).

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

Joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) means being part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, spanning over 145 schools and more than 74,000 students. We offer job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and extensive professional development programs. SCS is recognized for excellence with strong HSC results and notable achievements by its students.

About You

As a Creative Arts Teacher (Music/Drama/Visual Art), you will help every student reach their full potential through high-quality, collaborative and engaging pedagogy. Your major accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Implementing and delivering the SCS Music Education Program and NSW Creative Arts K-6 Syllabus
• Leading and conducting instrumental/vocal ensembles (e.g., school choir)
• Collaborating with Instrumental Tutors and Classroom Teachers to deliver quality Performing Arts Education, including public performances and liturgical/special events
• Promoting and upholding Sydney Catholic Schools’ mission and vision
• Promoting and abiding by SCS values of empathy, curiosity, excellence, collaboration and truth
• Working collaboratively in a job-share environment
• Tertiary qualification in Primary Education with Music experience and/or qualifications, plus ability to teach Drama and Visual Art across K-6
• Experience as a Classroom Music/Drama/Visual Art Teacher in Primary schools
• Enthusiastic educator, driven to inspire children in the Creative Arts
• Practice informed by contemporary educational research on how students best learn
• Confident with the use of relevant technologies
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to high-quality student performances
• Willingness to support the Catholic ethos of Sydney Catholic Schools
• Current driver's licence
• Baptised Catholic with ongoing commitment to Catholic Church teachings and engagement in the life of a Catholic faith community

Application Process

Please click the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the process, attach:

• Current CV
• Three referees (current employer/principal, last principal, and parish priest)

Any offer of employment is subject to screening by the Central Office People & Culture Services team. For technical issues or general enquiries, contact the People & Culture Services team on [phone] (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

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Working With Children Check (WWCC)
This role is child-related work and requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement.

Note: SCS welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates from diverse backgrounds.