Music Teacher (Early Learning Centre and Preparatory)

• An opportunity to join one of Australia's leading Independent Boys' School
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities
• Join a supportive and dynamic team

About the position

The Scots College is an innovative and creative teaching and learning environment for boys T-12. We pride ourselves on our quest for excellence, our faith and tradition and a culture of leadership through teams for both our students and staff. 

An exciting opportunity has become available for an exceptional Music Teacher to join our progressive and supportive Music Department in the Early Learning Centre and Preparatory School. This is a full time fixed-term opportunity for Term 4 2024 and Term 1 & 2 2025.

The College's music program is an integral part of College life for all boys and we are seeking an outstanding Music Teacher who is passionate about contributing to a T-12 Music journey for boys at Scots. The successful candidate will work closely with our Music Team to develop a world-class music education for boys across all campuses, mainly our Early Years Centre and the Early Learning Centre (3-7 years old).

Essential to the role

• Qualification in Music Education
• Experience with and/ or training in Early Childhood Education
• Current accreditation with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Demonstrated delivery of effective teaching and learning programs, fostering an inclusive and challenging learning environment
• Demonstrated experience delivering quality co-curricular music experiences
• Propensity to infuse a Christian ethos into teaching practice
• Commitment to one's own ongoing learning, in alignment with the development directions of the Department
• Training and experience in the Kodaly, Orff-Shulwerk or Dalcroze methodologies
• Skills in choral direction for children
• Professional and personal integrity
• Being proactive and innovative
• Be a confident and collaborative team player and an excellent communicator

Desirable to the role

• Awareness of and preferably experience with the Reggio Emilia approach
• Functional instrumental skills

We offer outstanding opportunities for professional development, a supportive work environment and new experiences.

Candidates must demonstrate a positive support for the Christian values of a Presbyterian GPS School. 

Pre-employment checks

All applicants must have a current NSW Working with Children Clearance. Information on obtaining a Working with Children Clearance Number can be found at https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check.

How to apply

To learn more about this position, and to apply, please visit our website: https://www.tsc.nsw.edu.au/careers-at-scots/

Please register your interest as soon as possible. 

The Scots College reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.