Teacher - Primary - Music

VenuesWest; City Of Armadale; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education institution located in Armadale is seeking a part-time Teacher to start in Term 1, 2026. The role emphasizes teaching students to read and express emotions while fostering effective social skills. Candidates should possess a relevant teaching qualification and demonstrate strong collaborative skills. This position offers a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and career development opportunities

Attractive leave provisions

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge base on music and the learning process.
• Commitment to evidence-based teaching practices.
• Willingness to learn and engage in coaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading and social skills.
• Implement Explicit Direct Instruction for new concepts.
• Develop individualized Literacy and Numeracy programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of music education

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $85,610 - $124,046 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026

Challis Community Primary School (PS) believes in enabling students to reach their academic, social and emotional potential whilst becoming valuable members of the community. Challis Community Primary School is unique in offering health and education services from birth, with formal schooling ranging from 3 Years to Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.

We are on a long-term improvement journey to reach or exceed State mean results in all areas.

We have two clear priorities:

• Teaching students to read.
• Teaching students to behave (Including communicate effectively, play co-operatively and express emotions).

We implement the following whole school programmes:

• Reading Mastery
• PR1ME Maths

And we are a Positive Behaviour school.

Our positive school culture is built around:

• Collaboration through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Coaching
• Partnerships with families and service providers.

The successful applicant should have a strong knowledge base on Music the process of how children learn. A strong belief that exemplary, evidence-based teaching practices, alongside a commitment to constant improvement, will lead to improving the life outcomes of all students.

We have a relentless focus on teaching children to read and to demonstrate appropriate play and social skills. We use Explicit Direct Instruction when teaching new concepts and provide significant support to assist teachers to develop high impact teaching skills.

Our school's teaching programs allow all children to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to become confident learners. We pride ourselves on offering effective, individualised Literacy and Numeracy programs. We also offer a variety of specialist subjects including Music, Science, Physical Education and Health.

Your belief in the power of collaboration will be an advantage! You should possess a willingness to learn and participate in coaching cycles that contributes to a positive team culture.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and

All applications must be submitted online.

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

• Complete the online application, including details of two (2) work-related referees, with one (1) preferably being your current line manager.

Your application should include:

• A statement of up to two (2) pages, demonstrating your Professional Knowledge, Professional Practice, and Professional Engagement aligned with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and the context of the position and school.
• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 27 October 2025