Strings Program Lead (Part-Time)

Christ Church Grammar School; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Christ Church Grammar School in Melbourne seeks a Part-Time Strings Coordinator (0.4 FTE) for 2027, two days per week, to lead violin/viola/cello/double bass teaching and ensemble activities. The role focuses on creative, student-centered music education and active participation in school life.

You will collaborate with the Head of Music to curate repertoire, prepare students for performances, and liaise with families about progress and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency on a string instrument, with the ability to teach violin, viola, cello and/or double bass.
• Ability to conduct and develop ensembles focusing on student engagement, technique and musical expression.
• Knowledge and implementation of suitable and varied ensemble repertoire.
• Willingness to participate in the broader life of the school community, including after-hours events.
• Under the guidance of the Head of Music, strong planning, programming, behaviour management and assessment skills, implementing inclusive, differentiated programs tailored to diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach violin, viola, cello and/or double bass in individual or small group lessons.
• Conduct and support before-school and lunchtime string ensembles across year levels.
• Prepare students for performances, including concerts, assemblies, and special events.
• Support students' technical and musical development in solo and ensemble contexts.
• Collaborate with the Head of Music to select suitable repertoire.
• Liaise with families regarding student progress and performance opportunities.
• In collaboration with the Head of Music, deliver and promote the Strings program.
• Source internal and external performance opportunities.
• Attend camps, workshops and events as part of the Strings Program, including out-of-hours commitments.

Skills

Violin/viola/cello/double bass

Ensemble conducting

Repertoire selection

Student engagement

Planning and assessment

Job description

Christ Church Grammar School in Melbourne seeks a Part-Time Strings Coordinator (0.4 FTE) for 2027, two days per week, to lead violin/viola/cello/double bass teaching and ensemble activities. The role focuses on creative, student-centered music education and active participation in school life.

You will collaborate with the Head of Music to curate repertoire, prepare students for performances, and liaise with families about progress and opportunities.