Music Tutor – Strings

Music tutors at Saint Stephen's College work alongside students to guide, encourage, inspire and motivate them on their musical journey through lessons, home practice and involvement in College ensembles.

Our string music tutors form part of the collaborative team which delivers our Year 3 Strings Program. They work with students of all ages in individual and small group lessons. String music tutors may also take some ensemble rehearsals, direct performances or support other members of the team and their ensembles.

This engagement will commence in Term One 2026.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Continuing to build and deliver our high-quality group and individual lessons
• Implementing a comprehensive and appropriately sequenced learning program for students
• Assisting in the presentation of regular department soirees, concerts, eisteddfod and assembly performances
• Establishing warm and regular communication with students, parents and guardians to ensure participation whilst providing regular direction and feedback
• Performing administrative tasks as required by the Director of Performing Arts

Closing Date for applications – 10 November 2025

Please submit applications as soon as possible as the College reserves the right to shortlist and appoint prior to closing date. An extension to the closing date may also be applied, at the College's discretion.

Teamwork and Communication

• Demonstrate a willingness to work positively within a team as well as having the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate and practice effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Excellent personal organisation, planning and time management skills including the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
• Genuine commitment to the ideals of independent schools, including the preparedness to attend extracurricular activities, as appropriate to the role.
• Commitment to work within and support the Christian ethos, mission and values of the College.
• Demonstrate passion, energy, enthusiasm and commitment towards the role and the College.
• Ability to work harmoniously to achieve an organisation-wide vision, as set by the College leadership and Board.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Relevant qualifications and experience
• A proactive and professional approach that demonstrates initiative, flexibility and a high level of motivation.
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and the sensitivity of information, while maintaining strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent knowledge and experience teaching in a primary and secondary schooling environment

Other

• Demonstrate, follow and support the policies and procedures of the College
• Maintain a degree of flexibility in working hours from time to time
• Accept that the College reserves the right to modify the position
• Comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011, codes of practice and other safety guidance material.

Mandatory Clearances/Certifications

• Blue Card, in accordance with 'No Card, No Start law', as per the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000

Protecting our Children

All children have a right to be safe and protected from harm and neglect. At Saint Stephen's College, ensuring the wellbeing of our students, by valuing their contribution, is at the core of what we do. In fact, protecting children is everybody's business and our commitment to this is evidenced by the way we rally together to ensure they are safe, nurtured and secure in our communities, families and while engaged in learning.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the 'Quick Apply' button above. Your application submission should address your suitability to the role in your cover letter and must include a current resume (maximum of 2 pages) as well as current referees.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

Enquiries may be addressed to the Human Resources Department at stating 'QUERY – Music Tutor' in the subject line of the email.

Thank you for taking the time to prepare and submit your application.