Part-Time Cello Teacher

Rustenburg Girls' High School; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 120 000; Part time

Job summary

A top performing girls' school is seeking a part-time Cello Teacher experienced in teaching and actively participating in music programs. The ideal candidate should have a BMus degree, a minimum of 3 years teaching experience, and creativity in working with students. Responsibilities include teaching, preparing students for examinations, and fulfilling administrative tasks as required. Salary ranges from R60,000 to R120,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience.
• Ability to work creatively with students.
• Involvement in extra-curricular music programs required.

Responsibilities

• Teach cello to individual learners weekly.
• Prepare students for eisteddfods and external exams.
• Conduct administrative tasks as directed.

Skills

Teaching experience

Creativity

Teamwork

Education

BMus or equivalent degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Advert Summary

This top performing girls' school is looking to replace experienced music instrument teachers. The following part-time (dependent on learner numbers, anticipated between 6-8 hours per week) SGB educator post is available from 01 January 2026: PART-TIME CELLO TEACHER

Applicants must

• have a BMus or equivalent degree with cello teaching methodology as a subject and at least 3 years teaching experience
• be willing to be involved in the extra-curricular music programme of the school
• be willing to prepare students for eisteddfods, external examinations and other school functions
• be prepared to undertake some administrative tasks relevant to cello tuition as the Director of Music may require
• have the ability to work creatively with students and to work as member of a vibrant music team

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and invited to an interview and will be taken on a tour of the school and expected to teach a lesson. We reserve the right not to fill the posts.

Rustenburg Girls' High School is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to providing equal opportunities. Candidates who meet these criteria will receive preference.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 2 November 2025

Minimum Requirements

• A BMus or equivalent degree with cello teaching methodology as a subject and at least 3 years teaching experience
• Be willing to be involved in the extra-curricular music programme of the school
• Be willing to prepare students for eisteddfods, external examinations and other school functions
• Be prepared to undertake some administrative tasks relevant to cello tuition as the Director of Music may require
• Must have the ability to work creatively with students and to work as member of a vibrant music team

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching Cello to individual learners on a weekly basis
• Administrative tasks relevant to cello tuition as directed by the Director of Music
• Preparing students for eisteddfods, external examinations and other school functions
• Being involved in the extra-curricular music programme of the school

Salary: R60,000 – R120,000 per year (as applicable)