About this job
- Part time, ongoing teaching opportunity
- Teach within a thriving and highly regarded Music Program
- Work in world class music facilities including the Snow Concert Hall
About the Role
Canberra Grammar School is seeking an outstanding and passionate Music Teacher to join our dynamic Music Department.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator and musician to inspire the next generation of performers, composers and music enthusiasts within a School renowned for its commitment to excellence in music education.
You will teach Music across Years 7–12 within the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and contribute to a vibrant and flourishing music culture that extends well beyond the classroom. Working alongside a team of exceptional educators and musicians, you will play a key role in developing students' musical knowledge, creativity, performance skills and appreciation of the arts.
Whether your passion lies in performance, composition, musicology, ensemble direction or music technology, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students while contributing to a rich co-curricular music program.
About You
You are an inspiring educator and accomplished musician who is passionate about helping students realise their potential.
You will bring:
- Passion for the learning and holistic development of students in and beyond the classroom
- Experience in modelling outstanding teaching practice in and beyond the classroom
- Subject expertise and the ability to teach inclusively across a broad age and ability range
- Proven commitment to collaborative professional engagement and professional learning
- Experience of, or willingness to train for, teaching the Australian Curriculum and, where relevant, the Higher School Certificate and/or the International Baccalaureate
- Enthusiastic commitment to participating in the School’s pastoral and co-curricular program
- Expertise in Music
- Commitment to the full life of an Independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours
- A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All team members at CGS are required to have:
- Appropriate qualifications
- A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
- A current National Police Check
- Full working rights within Australia.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
- Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
- Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
- School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
- Onsite parking
Working at CGS
Canberra Grammar School is a vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to educational excellence, character development and lifelong learning.
Our staff are passionate professionals who challenge, support and inspire students every day. If you are seeking a role where your love of music, teaching and performance can have a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please visit cgs.act.edu.au/careers/ to access the position description and submit the following documents:
- Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
- Resume/CV
Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to child safety screening and assessment as part of our recruitment process.
Applications will be assessed as they are received. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.