Job DescriptionMusic TeacherWe are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music teacher to inspire and instill a love of music for our girls and boys at Grimwade House, commencing in 2026.The Netley Music School at Grimwade House offers a comprehensive and sequential music and drama program from Prep to Year 6, drawing heavily on Kodaly and Orff methodologies, dance and drama skills. All year levels engage in appealing and challenging activities, which culminate in a variety of performances.Key Responsibilities: - ensuring your classroom is a caring, inclusive and vibrant environment that supports all children's growth and learning
- promoting musical and choral excellence through fun, exciting, age-appropriate music and activities
- assessing and differentiating learning for the needs of individual students
- working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure innovate teaching and learning practices
- participating in all aspects of school life beyond the classroom.
You will: - be a leading teacher whose professional practice and values aligns with the School and our approach to a holistic education
- have a knowledge of Orff and Kodaly training
- demonstrated ability to form building relationships with our School community
- have a collaborative and collegial approach to sharing experience and knowledge
- be supported to participate in external professional development opportunities.
VIT registration, or the ability to gain this, is essential for this position.Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities.Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. Grimwade House has 680 girls and boys from Prep to Year 6. It is a place where enthusiastic students learn in an environment that is purpose-built to challenge and support them.We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live. We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Grimwade House strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.Applying for the roleTo apply, please click on the 'Apply Now' button to be redirected to our secure online staff recruitment portal.Applications close: Sunday 28 SeptemberMelbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.Applicants should familiarise themselves with Melbourne Grammar Schools and the available on our website.For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via
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