Music Teacher - SS

Language Disorder Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options 6%–12% extra

Annual 3% salary increments

17.5% annual leave loading

Health screening leave

14 weeks Paid Parental Leave

Medibank/HB discount

Novated car leasing

Job summary

Language Disorder Australia – Fig Tree Pocket QLD is seeking a Music Teacher for Mancel College's Senior School. You will design engaging music lessons, embed technology, and create programs tailored to students with language difficulties.

You'll collaborate with teachers, therapists and staff to deliver high-quality education, develop PLPs, and support co-curricular music including choir and ensembles, while fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment that recognises each learner's

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Education.
• Current or eligible Queensland College of Teachers registration.
• Kodaly method knowledge would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the Senior School music curriculum.
• Design programs for students with language and related difficulties.
• Embed technology throughout the music curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.
• Develop PLPs and provide high-quality educational programs; prepare semester reports.
• Collaborate with Music Therapists and Teachers for performances and events.
• Support co-curricular programs including choir and ensembles.
• Accompany instrumental students and ensembles as required.
• Participate in school decision-making and professional development.

Job description

Language Disorder Australia – Fig Tree Pocket QLD

Language Disorder Australia currently has a fantastic opportunity available for a Music Teacher at Mancel College.

At Mancel College, we believe that every young person deserves to be seen for their potential, not their limitations. We're looking for a teacher who can bring music to life, foster logical thinking and problem-solving skills, and help students see how mathematical concepts connect to the world around them.

You'll design lessons that are engaging, relevant and adapted to meet students where they are. Through real-world applications, meaningful learning experiences, and quality differentiated teaching, you'll foster confidence, curiosity, and capability in mathematical thinking and problem solving.

Our students are often underestimated by society, but you'll quickly discover just how capable they are. They are curious, determined, and eager to learn. With your support and encouragement, they'll achieve more than many ever thought possible. Together, you'll help them recognise their strengths, celebrate their progress, and realise their full potential.

At Mancel College, we believe in the power of curiosity, the joy of discovery, and the limitless potential of every student. We are a values-based, active-learning school dedicated to supporting children and young people with Language Disorder, many of whom have co-occurring disabilities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the classroom music curriculum for our Senior School.
• Design and implement programs and strategies to address the educational needs of students with identified language and associated difficulties.
• Embed the use of technologies throughout the music curriculum.
• Approach learning tasks in a proactive manner that creates a safe and supportive learning environment for diverse learners.
• In collaboration with other relevant team members, develop personalised learning plans (PLP) and provide high quality educational programs to address PLP goals for specified students at the school and prepare semester reports for each student.
• Partner and collaborate with various colleagues; including, Music Therapists and Teachers, to organise performances and music for school events.
• Support and assist in the development of the co-curricular music program, including activities such as choir and other ensembles.
• Accompany instrumental students and ensembles, as required.
• Participate in school decision-making processes and professional development activities within and beyond Language Disorder Australia.

WHAT YOU WON'T BE DOING:

• Working in isolation. You’ll be supported by a multidisciplinary team and a collaborative staff culture.
• Delivering rigid, textbook-based instruction. You'll bring Music to life through quality differentiated teaching, real-world connections, and student-responsive learning.
• Lowering expectations. You'll provide high challenge and high support so that every student can achieve success.
• Reinforcing deficit thinking. Your role is to believe in every student’s potential and advocate for their progress.
• Wonder whether your work is making a difference. You'll see the impact of your support every day.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Education
• Current or eligible to obtain Queensland College of Teachers registration.
• Practical understanding of the Kodaly method would be advantageous
• Well-developed oral and written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills necessary for productive working relationships with staff, families and community members.
• Ability to work individually, as well as working effectively in teams, including the ability to set realistic work goals, manage time-lines and establish work priorities to ensure deadlines and commitments are met.

About Mancel College

Mancel College is a specialist Prep to Year 12 school for students with Language Disorder. Our students come from far and wide, with many of our families becoming part of the local community or commuting from the wider Brisbane area. The College is operated by Language Disorder Australia.

Our expert team of teachers, therapists and support staff at Mancel College ensures that our students fulfil their learning and communication potential while overcoming barriers, allowing them to become confident, independent people, achieving extraordinary outcomes.

We provide the Australian curriculum with a differentiated teaching model to meet the needs of every individual. Speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and physiotherapy are integrated throughout the curriculum. We also offer a range of wonderful activities through our co-curricular program. Excellence is achieved through a collaborative approach between teaching and allied health staff to accomplish the best outcomes for each student. There are so many awesome things about us and our network. Check out our website to learn some more: www.languagedisorder.org.au

BENEFITS:

What can we give you in return for your passion:

• An exceptionally satisfying experience as you take students on their learning journey.
• Professional Development: Expand your skill set with opportunities for transdisciplinary development, external and internal growth opportunities.
• More take home pay: How can we offer this? A little-known fact is that as a Not-For Profit organisation, we can offer our employees Salary Packaging options to boost their take-home pay by 6% - 12% per annum (up to $7,500 increase in the amount you take home and spend, rather than going to taxes).
• Annual salary increment progression PLUS yearly 3% salary increases as outlined in our Enterprise Agreement.
• More extras: 17.5% annual leave loading, 1 day of paid Health Screening Leave, 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave, Discounts with Medibank Health Insurance, Novated Car Leasing.

Find more information on Mancel College:https://mancelcollege.qld.edu.au/

Find Information on Language Disorder Australia:https://languagedisorder.org.au/

Language Disorder Australia is committed to safe and supportive work practices as a child safe organization. All workers are required to participate in security screening relevant to their role including Criminal History/Police checks, Teacher Registration or Relevant Body checks, identification and references checks, Working With Children Checks, and disclosing any information relevant to eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people. Our workers are required to understand and follow the Child Protection Policy and Processes.

Language Disorder Australia is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities, ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. We believe in providing a space where you can thrive, contribute, and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people with Language Disorder.

Reasonable adjustments are available to reduce barriers and may assist participation in the recruitment process. Should you require reasonable adjustments, please tell us as part of your application so that we can adjust as needed.