Early Childhood Music Educator

Ukubebe; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive culture

Job summary

Ukubebe is seeking an enthusiastic Early Childhood Music Educator to start in Term 4. This mobile, group-based role visits early childhood services across Sydney's Lower North Shore, Eastern Suburbs and Inner West to deliver engaging music education for children aged 6 months to 5 years.

You will use diverse genres, instruments, and developmentally appropriate methods, collaborate with educators and caregivers, and participate in staff development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years teaching music in an early childhood education setting.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and valid First Aid certification.
• Formal qualification in music education or early childhood education or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, interactive music lessons tailored to developmental stages of early childhood learners.
• Incorporate diverse genres, instruments, and pedagogical techniques to inspire a love of music.
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and caregivers to support children's musical journeys.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions and professional development.

Skills

Music teaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Music/ECE qualification

Job description

Please Note – Strict Eligibility Criteria:

Before applying, please ensure you meet the following mandatory requirements. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered:

Vehicle & Licence: You must possess a current Australian driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle to travel between early childhood centres.

Experience: You must have a minimum of 2 years of specific early childhood music teaching experience (ages 6 months to 5 years).

Role Type: This is a group-based early childhood music education role, not an instrumental tuition position (e.g., private piano or guitar tutoring).

About the Role

Ukubebe, winner of the inaugural ‘Early Notes Award’ 2024, is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly skilled Early Childhood Music Educator for a Term 4 start.

In this dynamic, mobile role, you will visit various early childhood services across Sydney’s Lower North Shore, Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and Inner West. You will be responsible for delivering engaging, interactive, and developmentally appropriate group music education programs to young children aged 6 months to 5 years, fostering their creativity, self-expression, and social-emotional development.

What You Will Be Doing

Deliver high-quality, interactive music lessons tailored to the specific developmental stages of early childhood students.

Incorporate a diverse range of musical genres, instruments, and pedagogical techniques to inspire a lifelong love of music.

Partner and collaborate with educators, parents, and caregivers to support children's musical journeys.

Active participation in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development to continuously refine your practice.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: 2+ years teaching music within an early childhood education setting.

Knowledge: Strong understanding of early childhood development principles and age-appropriate teaching methodologies. Familiarity with Orff, Dalcroze, or Kodály approaches is highly desirable.

Qualifications: A formal qualification in music education, early childhood education, or a closely related field.

Compliance: A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and valid First Aid certification.

Skills: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to confidently captivate young audiences and collaborate with adult stakeholders.

What We Offer

Competitive Compensation: An attractive hourly rate of $60.00 plus superannuation.

Professional Growth: Direct opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.

Supportive Culture: A collaborative, collegial, and passionate team environment.

Flexibility: Flexible work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

About Us

Ukubebe is a leading provider of premium early childhood music education across the Sydney metropolitan area. Our mission is to nurture the overall growth, wellbeing, and musical talents of young children through structural, joyful, and creative play-based music programs.