Head of Music - K-12 Leadership & Teaching

School: Chairo Christian School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chairo Christian School in Melbourne's Pakenham campus invites applications for Head of Music to commence January 2027. The role combines leadership in music education with a teaching load across Prep to Year 12, fostering a culture of music appreciation within a Christian community.

The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary education qualifications, be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and demonstrate a strong Christian lifestyle and the ability to engage with

Qualifications

• Active Christian lifestyle and agreement with Chairo’s Statement of Faith.
• Experience in educational leadership or as a respected teacher.
• Knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and Music curriculum materials.
• Sound knowledge of current educational practices from a Christian worldview.
• Ability to build strong relationships and communication with campus community.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate music education from Prep to Year 12.
• Develop a culture of music appreciation amongst students.
• Manage teaching load in addition to Head of Music duties.
• Collaborate with staff, students and families to support the music program.

Skills

Christian faith alignment

Educational leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Christian worldview teaching

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary education qualifications

Registered with VIT

Job description

Chairo Christian School in Melbourne's Pakenham campus invites applications for Head of Music to commence January 2027. The role combines leadership in music education with a teaching load across Prep to Year 12, fostering a culture of music appreciation within a Christian community.

The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary education qualifications, be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and demonstrate a strong Christian lifestyle and the ability to engage with