Geelong Grammar School is one of the world's leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community.
We believe in prioritising wellbeing, adventure, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom.
About our purpose at Toorak Campus
At the Toorak Campus (ELC-Year 6), our purpose is to build a solid foundation (knowledge, skills, mindset and self-worth) in each child to engender a true love of learning that will inspire and support them through their educational journey and successfully prepare them for their tomorrow.
About the role
Geelong Grammar School, Toorak, currently seeks a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and driven Cello Instrumental Music Tutor. The role and function of the Cello Instrumental Music Tutor is to plan and deliver engaging and considered individual music lessons to students from Prep to Year 6, inclusive of our Classroom Instrumental Programs for Years 2 and 3, and assistance in ensembles.
This is a casual contract for approximately one and a half days per week, commencing at the beginning of Term 2 2025. The role requires availability on Thursdays, intending to further increase the load as the program continues to grow.
Ideal Candidate Requirements
* Tertiary Music qualification - Cello
* Experience teaching within a school music program
* A proven record of excellence in tutoring and performance skills gained through training or experience
* A dynamic manner with the ability to relate well to students of all ages and abilities, and to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
* Experience in tuition of individual students and small groups within a Classroom Instrumental Programme
* Availability to participate in rehearsals, concerts, and music events
* Provide Ensemble direction, piano accompaniment, and conducting skills will be considered advantageous
* VIT or Working with Children Check
Student Safeguarding Framework
Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse. The School's Student Safeguarding Framework, which includes the Student Safeguarding Strategy, Student Safeguarding Policy, and Student Safeguarding Code of Conduct, is available on the GGS website, under 'Student Safeguarding'. The School expects that all staff members (and School Community members) comply with the Student Safeguarding Framework policies and procedures and the Child Safe Standards, as applicable to their role. Any queries in respect of this Framework or the School's expectations should be directed to safeguarding@ggs.vic.edu.au.
Application Process
Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. To apply for this role, you will be required to provide a resume and cover letter. For further details and/or to apply, visit the employment page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment.
Important Dates
Applications close at 10 am on Monday 21st April 2025.