Instrumental Music Teacher: Strings & Brass Ensemble

Resources; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Doncaster Secondary College invites an enthusiastic Instrumental Music Teacher to join our vibrant music program. The role focuses on teaching Cello, Double Bass, Trombone, Eb Tuba, Electric Bass Guitar, and Guitar, and on using sound and lighting in our Performance Centre.

The successful applicant will deliver outstanding individual and group instruction, conduct and arrange for String Orchestra and Concert Bands, and work closely with the Instrumental Music Coordinator and other staff.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide individual and small group instruction from beginner to advanced levels.
• Demonstrated capacity to build positive relationships with students, parents/carers and staff, while fostering student engagement, confidence and participation in the instrumental music program and performances.
• Demonstrated ability to assess student progress, maintain accurate records, provide constructive feedback and work collaboratively with the Head of Music and classroom teachers to support student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional learning, continuous improvement and active contribution to the broader music and performing arts program of the College, including performances, ensembles, camps and community events.

Responsibilities

• Teach Cello, Double Bass, Trombone, Eb Tuba, Electric Bass Guitar, and Guitar; also be competent in using sound and lighting in our Performance Centre.
• Provide high-level conducting and arranging experience for String Orchestra and Concert Bands.
• Participation in College concerts, workshops, and other music events (as directed by the Instrumental Music Coordinator).
• Work collaboratively with a team of skilled instrumental teachers to grow low strings and brass enrolments, engage students through rich performance opportunities, encourage pathway transition into elective music subjects, and contribute to the continued success of the Music program.

Skills

Individual instruction

Small group instruction

Relationship building

Student engagement

Assessment & feedback

Music conducting

Arranging for strings

Team collaboration

Tools

Sound system

Job description

Doncaster Secondary College invites an enthusiastic Instrumental Music Teacher to join our vibrant music program. The role focuses on teaching Cello, Double Bass, Trombone, Eb Tuba, Electric Bass Guitar, and Guitar, and on using sound and lighting in our Performance Centre.

The successful applicant will deliver outstanding individual and group instruction, conduct and arrange for String Orchestra and Concert Bands, and work closely with the Instrumental Music Coordinator and other staff.