GP Head of Music at St Stithians College

Description

• The Girls’ Preparatory invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from 1 January 2025.
• Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

Requirements

The requirements for this position are:

• Relevant music qualification from a recognised institution
• Previous experience in an IEB school is preferred
• Additional qualification in education is preferred
• Proficient in playing a musical instrument
• Experience in class music teaching from Grade 3-7
• Experience in organising and leading musical events, performances and festivals
• Ability to lead the choir / and or orchestra
• Attend all music department executive and campus related meetings
• Management of part-time music staff, with strong administrative skills (operational and organisational)
• A fundamentally future-oriented approach to teaching and learning, adopting latest pedagogies and technologies in sound production (familiarity with Apple-based technologies and apps would be advantageous)
• The ability to differentiate, innovate and moderate curriculum to complement our innovative and inclusive approach to education
• The ability to work independently and in collaboration with a variety of teams
• Excellent analytical, communication, intrapersonal and administrative skills
• A willingness to research and share latest trends in music and class music programmes
• Proof of registration with SACE and a sexual offender’s clearance certificate
• An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
• A willingness to work within the Methodist Church based ethos of the College