Instrumental Music Instructor Specialising In Violin And Viola

uWorkin; Viola (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school is seeking an Instrumental Music Instructor specializing in Violin and Viola for the 2025 academic year. The role involves teaching individual and ensemble lessons to students and contributing to the school's vibrant music program. Candidates need a Bachelor of Music or equivalent and extensive experience in teaching and performance.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Music or equivalent in Music Education required.
• Experience teaching Violin and Viola essential.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality music instruction to students of varying ages.
• Plan and implement appropriate music programs.
• Maintain accurate records and assess student progress.

Skills

Teaching Violin

Teaching Viola

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Behaviour Management

Education

Bachelor of Music

Music Education or Bachelor of Arts

Current Suitability ‘Blue Card’

Job description

At the Cathedral School we believe music is one of the fundamental joys in life and we are on the lookout for a dynamic and accomplished musician to join our team as an Instrumental Music Instructor specialising in Violin and Viola. Commencing on the 21st July, 2025 the successful candidate will be responsible for providing high quality music instruction to students of varying ages and skill levels, fostering a love for music, and promoting musical excellence.

This is an amazing opportunity to work in a fabulous school with a great team of professionals. The Cathedral School has a dynamic performing arts program, encompassing Music, Dance and Drama. The program involves students from Early Learning Years through to Grade 12. Instrumental Music Instructors are required to contribute to the provision of this quality program. As part of the school’s curriculum (Instrumental Music Program- IMP), students enrolled in the Junior School (Years 4 – 6) must receive musical instruction in a chosen instrument.

The position of Instrumental Music Instructor, specialising in Violin and Viola, requires a dynamic and accomplished musician. The position operates to provide individual lessons to students who require private tuition in addition to the school’s Instrumental Music Program and ensembles. Currently the position will operate between 2-3 days a week depending on private lesson bookings. It is the school’s expectation that private lessons will be arranged around the IMP and ensemble programs.

The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James located in Mundingburra is Townsville's only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12 and boarding students from Year 7 to 12. The School is set adjacent to a lagoon and lush tropical rain trees creating a wonderful canvas to inspire learning and creativity. At Cathedral we 'educate for life-long success'. We know that this requires a well-rounded education and a focus on developing the "whole person" by nurturing the body and spirit as well as the mind.

The Instrumental Music Instructor will be required to meet the following Essential Criteria and actively work towards obtaining the desired Competencies, Knowledge & Skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Music, Music Education or Bachelor of Arts is the minimum formal qualification.


• Experienced Instrumental Music Instructors without formal qualifications who possess the skills and abilities outlined below may be deemed as equivalent to formal qualifications dependent upon the area of experience.


• Current Suitability ‘Blue Card’ or Queensland College of Teachers registration.


• Current First aid & CPR Certificates.

Competencies, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in teaching the Violin and Viola.


• Strong performance background in Violin and Viola.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to problem-solve and be proactive in the workplace.


• Ability to work as part of a team.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Experience instructing students on their chosen instrument in either an individual or group setting.


• Experience in the preparation of students for performances, competitions and examinations ie. Eisteddfod, AMEB, Trinity.


• Behaviour Management skills.

Desirable Competencies, Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to work with a diverse group of children.


• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and technologies.


• Accept individual differences in ability, need and learning styles and always cater for these differences.


• Basic understanding of occupational health and safety and anti-discriminatory practices.

The key accountabilities of the Instrumental Music Instructor are to assist the Performing Arts Department by planning and implementing appropriate music programs for various students within the school. This includes:

Maintaining a high level of practice including:

• Develop, plan, implement and evaluate appropriate programs for the student/s in their lessons.


• Be punctual to classes.


• Be responsible for the group of student/s in your care.


• Acquiring appropriate teaching materials/resources.


• Teaching music theory, aural skills, and practical techniques to students.


• Arrange for the use of the environment, equipment, and furniture to meet the needs of their students.


• Maintain accurate records and assess, record and report on student progress.


• Work as part of the team to achieve the aims and objectives of the department and develop cooperative relationships that ensure the smooth operation of the Performing Arts (Extra-curricular) Department.


• Arrange recitals/concerts for students’ family and friends.


• Liaising with parents as required.


• Stay current with developments in music education and performance techniques.

Pastoral

• Provide a positive, mature example for students to role model on.


• To maintain confidentiality in respect of children and their parents at all times.


• Be aware of special/additional needs, cultural, linguistic, religious, gender, language diversities and socio-economic differences and treat each child with dignity and respect.

Other

• Collaborate with other music instructors and staff to organise recitals, concerts and other events.


• Staff meetings and professional development sessions are attended when instructed to attend.


• Ensure all equipment, furniture and resources are maintained in a safe and good condition at all times.


• Report any maintenance required to the Administrative Assistant.


• Be clear about action to be taken in the case of emergencies (e.g. accidents, fire, suspected child abuse and attempts at unauthorised removal of children.


• Undertake additional duties requested by the Head of Performing Arts (Extra-Curricular).

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school and must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Interested applicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional community can obtain further information by visiting our "Employment" page at https://cathedral.qld.edu.au/about/employment/

Applying for the Position

Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact. Applications for the position will close on 6 May 2025.

Instrumental Music Instructor position description