Music Teacher Secondary

Annandale Christian College; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Annandale Christian College in Townsville invites applications for a Secondary Music Teacher from Term 1, 2027. You will inspire students through a dynamic program, guiding performance, literacy, theory and composition while contributing to ensembles and school events.

You are a passionate musician with instrumental or vocal proficiency, hold Queensland teacher registration (or eligible), and value a Christ-centred learning environment.

Qualifications

• Current Queensland teacher registration or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Strong classroom practice and commitment to student success.
• Builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Capable musician with proficiency in one or more instruments and/or voice.
• Experience directing ensembles, bands, choirs or performance groups.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across Years 7-12.
• Plan and deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experiences.
• Develop students' skills in performance, music literacy, theory, composition and musicianship.
• Encourage participation in ensembles, performances, concerts and College events.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Music teaching

Ensemble direction

Student engagement

Christian faith

Education

Queensland teacher registration

Teaching qualifications

Job description

• Be part of a supportive, faith-filled College community.
• Permanent teaching opportunity commencing Term 1, 2027.
• Inspire students to develop their God-given gifts through music and performance.
• Opportunity to contribute to co-curricular music programs, ensembles and College events.

Key Opportunities

• Be part of a supportive, faith-filled College community.
• Permanent teaching opportunity commencing Term 1, 2027.
• Inspire students to develop their God-given gifts through music and performance.
• Opportunity to contribute to co-curricular music programs, ensembles and College events.

About Annandale Christian College

Annandale Christian College is a vibrant, Christ-centred school committed to celebrating life and learning through Christ-centred education. We partner closely with families to nurture students academically, socially and spiritually, grounded in a shared commitment to Christ.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and faith-aligned Secondary Music Teacher to join our team from Term 1, 2027.

In this role, you will inspire and engage students through a dynamic Music program while contributing to the wider life of the College.

You will:

• Teach Music across Years 7-12.
• Plan and deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned learning experiences.
• Develop students' skills in performance, music literacy, theory, composition and musicianship.
• Encourage participation in ensembles, performances, concerts and College events.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where students can flourish.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student learning and wellbeing.

About You

You are someone who:

• Has a genuine and active Christian faith, and a desire to be part of a Christ-centred learning community.
• Holds appropriate teaching qualifications and Queensland teacher registration (or is eligible for registration).
• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and a commitment to student success.
• Builds positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Is a capable musician with proficiency in one or more instruments and/or voice.
• Is confident reading and interpreting music notation and teaching music literacy.
• Has experience directing, accompanying or leading ensembles, bands, choirs or performance groups.
• Is enthusiastic about contributing to the broader cultural and spiritual life of the College.

Highly desirable:

• The ability to teach a second teaching area, particularly English and/or Humanities.

Essential Requirements

• Current Queensland teacher registration or eligibility to obtain registration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a positive Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
• Pastoral reference (required) as part of the application process.

Salary

Salary and conditions are aligned with the Annandale Christian College Enterprise Agreement and will reflect qualifications and experience.

Applications

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the College reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.

Child Safe Commitment

Annandale Christian College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. All staff are expected to actively contribute to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for children and young people.

Successful applicants will be required to comply with the College's Child Safe policies, including relevant child safe training, screening checks and ongoing safeguarding practices.

Join a College community committed to inspiring students to develop their God-given gifts, pursue excellence, and grow in faith.