Percussion Tutor – Contractor

Christian School Jobs; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Waverley Christian College seeks a Percussion Tutor for the Narre Warren South Campus to provide individual and small group drumkit and orchestra percussion tuition during school terms. Preference for Wednesday–Friday. Contract position starting in Term 1, January 2027.

The tutor must have ABN, insurance, and WWCC/VIT registration and follow VMTA private lesson rates. Applicant should demonstrate commitment to Christian education, deliver engaging lessons, and communicate progress to parents and

Qualifications

• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Deliver engaging lessons catering for a range of ability levels.
• Motivate students to learn by demonstrating effective classroom management strategies and providing engaging lessons.
• Provide lessons to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and musical growth.
• Be aware of the needs of individual students and take realistic steps to meet those needs.
• Provide helpful feedback to parents on student progress.
• Prepare students for performances and exams.
• Communicate with staff and parents clearly, using verbal, written, and Microsoft platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group drumkit and orchestra percussion tuition.
• Teach percussion in a school setting as an independent contractor.
• Prepare students for performances and exams and coordinate with concert schedules.
• Communicate with staff and parents clearly regarding progress and needs.
• Comply with the College’s Child Safety policies and professional conduct requirements.
• Maintain ABN, insurance, and WWCC/VIT registration as required by the College.

Skills

Christian ethos

Engaging lessons

Classroom management

Parent feedback

Performance preparation

Orchestral percussion

Job description

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a Percussion Tutorto provide individual and small group drumkit and orchestra percussion tuition during the school terms. Preferred days are Wednesday – Friday. The ability to teach Orchestral percussion is desirable.

This is a contract position commencing in Term 1, January 2027.

Skills particular to the job:

• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education
• Deliver engaging lessons catering for a range of ability levels
• Motivate students to learn by demonstrating effective classroom management strategies and providing engaging lessons
• Provide lessons to inspire curiosity, critical thinking and musical growth
• Be aware of the needs of individual students and take realistic steps to meet those needs.
• Provide helpful feedback to parents on student progress
• Prepare students for performances and exams
• Communicate with staff and parents clearly, using verbal, written, and Microsoft platforms

All contractors will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

The successful tutor will work within a great music department as an independent contractor, and therefore will require their own ABN, Insurance, and WWCC/ VIT registration. The College follows the VMTA recommended rates for private lessons.

Applications close: 5:00 pm Friday 23 October, 2026

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: please contact Jill Whan, Head of Music (Primary) on [phone] or [e-mail]

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care, and wellbeing of children.