Classroom Music Teacher | K-6 | 583 students
St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School, Gymea
Commencement date: Term 1 2024
Contract: Temporary, part-time (0.8 FTE) Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

Embrace a fulfilling career as a Music teacher

St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School, Gymea is seeking an exceptional Music teacher to join our exciting Amadeus Music Program and make a positive impact on the lives of our students.

In joining St Catherine Labouré, you will be joining the Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) system and be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and more than 72,000 students.

SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 17 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.

About the school

St Catherine Labouré Catholic Primary School, Gymea focuses on the diverse learning needs of all students. We ensure continual growth and development of the whole child by tailoring learning to the individual student and providing a breadth of curricular and co-curricular opportunities.

Our team of educators bring our shared vision for learning to life in newly designed and custom built contemporary learning spaces. Through collaboration with parents and dedication to living our Catholic values, we are committed to developing independent thinkers and lifelong learners for a contemporary world.

What we offer

In addition, we offer:

  • a competitive salary range – $75,875 – $114,488 (subject to accreditation level and teaching experience), and salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
  • up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
  • professional development and progression opportunities
  • generous Employee Referral Program
  • health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including voice care programs
  • flexible working arrangements.

About you

Your major accountabilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • implementation and delivery of the SCS Music Education Program
  • leading and conducting instrumental/vocal ensembles – eg the school choir
  • working collaboratively with the Instrumental Tutors and Classroom Teachers at their schools and within their Network, to deliver quality Performing Arts – Education, including public performances, and liturgical and special events
  • promoting and implementing Sydney Catholic Schools mission and vision To know and love Christ through learning and Thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching and learning
  • promoting and abiding by Sydney Catholic Schools values of empathy, curiosity, excellence, collaboration and truth.


You will have attained:

  • a Tertiary qualification in Primary or Secondary Education with extensive Music experience and/or qualifications, plus the ability to teach Dance and Drama
  • experience as a Classroom Music, Dance or Drama Teacher in Primary or Secondary schools
  • competence in Music Education with the ability to teach Dance and Drama including Composing, Performing and Appreciating
  • proven ability and willingness to lead vocal ensembles
  • an enthusiastic Educator, driven to inspire children to explore Music, Dance and Drama
  • practice informed by a knowledge of contemporary educational research on how students best learn
  • confident with the use of relevant technologies
  • demonstrated ability to contribute to high quality student performances
  • a willingness to support the Catholic ethos of Sydney Catholic Schools, and to contribute to music required for masses and liturgical celebrations when required.

Desirable:

  • a current driver’s licence
  • a Baptised Catholic with demonstrated evidence of ongoing commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church and engagement in the life of a Catholic faith community such as a parish or an established community within the Catholic Church, as an expression of their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Application Process

To apply for this position please click APPLY and follow the prompts to complete your application.

Within your application please provide the following:

  • a one-page Cover Letter which outlines how you meet the criteria above
  • current resume.

If you have any questions, please contact the recruitment team via talentacquisition@syd.catholic.edu.au.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

Click here to access SCS’ Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working with Children Check

This role is classified as a child-related work endeavour and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.

Our Mission
To know and love Christ through learning

Our Vision
To foster thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching

Our Values
Empathy, curiosity, excellence, collaboration and truth.

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