Primary Teacher Music

Inspired Education; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier education group is seeking a Primary Music Teacher at Reddam House in Sydney. This full-time position involves delivering a dynamic music curriculum, fostering creativity and engagement among students. The ideal candidate will have a recognized teaching qualification, proven music teaching expertise, and strong classroom management skills. This role requires inspiring children in music and supporting their development within a positive learning environment. Apply now to join a global community dedicated to educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experienced in teaching music at the primary level with strong curriculum knowledge.
• Skilled in delivering lessons on performance theory and music appreciation across diverse genres.
• Ability to create a positive disciplined learning environment and manage resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily and long-term music lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
• Provide engaging instruction in singing, instruments, and music theory.
• Organize and manage classroom resources ensuring inspiring environments.

Skills

Experience Working With Students

Time Management

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Teaching

Education

Bachelor of Education (Primary)

Bachelor of Music Education

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe ensuring over 95000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each students academic and personal development in a progressive dynamic and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13000 employees you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the worlds most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development exceptional career opportunities and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Primary Music Teacher at Reddam House plays a vital role in fostering the musical intellectual social physical and emotional development of young learners. This position is responsible for delivering a dynamic music curriculum that aligns with educational standards while nurturing a love for music and promoting a positive learning environment. The teacher will engage students through a variety of musical activities utilising creative and effective teaching methods tailored to diverse learning needs. The role supports the schools mission of providing innovative holistic and student-centred education ensuring that each child reaches their full potential in music and beyond.

This is a full time fixed term position for Term 1 (2026) located at our Reddam Sydney Campus in Woollahra.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and Deliver Lessons : Prepare daily and long-term music lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and objectives.
• Teach Music Skills : Provide engaging instruction in singing instruments music theory and appreciation of diverse musical styles and cultures.
• Create Learning Environment : Organize and manage classroom resources ensuring spaces are inspiring clean and well-equipped.
• Use Creative Activities : Incorporate performances ensembles and music-based games to develop students skills and coordination.
• Maintain Classroom Discipline : Foster respectful focused learning habits and supervise students during rehearsals performances and excursions.
• Assess and Report Progress : Evaluate students musical development administer assessments and provide feedback to students parents and administrators.
• Collaborate and Engage : Work with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects attend meetings and communicate with parents during school events.
• Support School Programs and Compliance : Assist with music performance programs participate in school activities uphold child protection laws and maintain NESA accreditation.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Proven Music Teaching Expertise : Experienced in teaching music at the primary level with strong curriculum knowledge.
• Comprehensive Music Instruction : Skilled in delivering lessons on performance theory and music appreciation across diverse genres.
• Classroom Management & Organisation : Ability to create a positive disciplined learning environment and manage resources effectively.
• Assessment & Reporting : Strong skills in monitoring student progress conducting assessments and providing accurate feedback.
• Event Coordination : Experienced in organising and supervising concerts performances and music-related school events.
• Technology & Creativity : Proficient in music education technologies and innovative teaching methods to engage learners.
• Passion & Student Support : Committed to inspiring a love for music supporting emotional and social development and fostering creativity.
• Professionalism & Collaboration : Highly organised adaptable and a strong communicator who works well with colleagues parents and stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A recognised teaching qualification such as a Bachelor of Education (Primary) or Bachelor of Music Education.
• Accreditation with NESA and Valid Working with Children Check.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ongoing commitment to professional development and maintaining NESA accreditation.
• Willingness to participate in school events and activities outside of regular school hours.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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KEY SKILLS

• Experience Working With Students
• Time Management
• Classroom Management
• Algebra
• Behavior Management
• Classroom Experience
• Lesson Planning
• Smartsheet
• Special Needs
• Teaching
• Experience with Children
• Dancing

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1