Program Leader - Strings

St Rita's College; Albion; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Staff training and development

Regular social events

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

St Rita's College in Brisbane invites applications for Program Leader - Strings, a part-time term-time role commencing January 2027. Based in Clayfield, this leadership position guides a symphony orchestra and multiple ensembles, overseeing curriculum, ensembles, and operations to grow the strings program.

You will lead individual and group string tuition, develop progression-based curriculum, supervise staff, coordinate rehearsals and concerts, and ensure alignment with the College's values.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated orchestral string experience with advanced knowledge of strings.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy for group and individual settings.
• Proven leadership to supervise and support staff.
• Excellent organisational and administrative abilities.
• Willingness to work extended hours for concerts and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group string lessons.
• Develop a curriculum showing progression in reading, rhythm, and general music knowledge.
• Oversee administration for the Strings program: enrolments, attendance, loans, events.
• Coordinate ensemble rehearsals and performances across the Strings program.
• Deliver and organise all string and guitar lessons.

Skills

Orchestral strings

String pedagogy

Leadership & mentoring

Curriculum development

Administrative skills

Job description

Part-time I Term-time I Continuing position commencing January 2027

Are you a passionate strings educator with a commitment to excellence in music education? Join St Rita's College as our Program Leader - Strings and inspire the next generation of young musicians.

St Rita's College is a dynamic Catholic secondary school for girls in Years 5-12, located in Clayfield, Brisbane. Guided by our Presentation heritage and the motto Virtute non Verbis - Action not Words, we are committed to nurturing confident, compassionate and capable young women who make a meaningful contribution to their communities.

The College currently seeks an enthusiastic Program Leader - Strings to lead and manage the strings program, working closely with both students and staff to develop a high-quality music experience. In conjunction with the Head of Cocurricular Music, the Program Leader - Strings is responsible for the structural planning, management and direction of the College’s Strings program which currently includes a symphony orchestra, three string ensembles, a guitar ensemble and two chamber music ensembles and ensures the growth of the program through strong leadership and innovative approaches.

This position commences on 18 January 2027 working part-time during the school term (35.5 hours per week) and involves a teaching load that consists of group and individual string tuition.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

In this role, you will:

• Providing individual and small group lessons
• Developing a comprehensive curriculum for these lessons which show progression in skills including note reading, rhythm recognition, aural skills and general musical knowledge
• Oversee all administrative matters regarding the Strings program including ensemble placements, enrolments, attendance rolls, concert organisation, resource loans, etc.
• Oversee the coordination of ensemble rehearsals and performances across the Strings program to ensure continued development of the program
• Oversee the delivery and organisation of all string and guitar lessons

ABOUT YOU

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience of orchestral string instruments, with advanced knowledge of upper or lower string instruments.
• Thorough understanding of the pedagogical principles of both general music education and, more specifically, string playing and teaching in a group and individual settings.
• Strong leadership with the ability to supervise, mentor and support staff within the Strings program.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills to manage multiple competing demands.
• Flexibility and adaptablility, including availability to work outside standard school hours to support concerts, rehearsals and College music events throughout the year.

WHAT WE OFFER:

St Rita's College also offers a range of generous benefits for our staff including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Staff training and development opportunities
• Regular social events & celebrations
• An inspiring and collaborative work environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

All staff are required tohold a current Working With Children Check (blue card) or current Queensland Teachers registration before commencing at the College.

The position description is available on the College website.