String Teacher Position 2026 (0.4 – 1.0 FTE)
Mansfield Steiner School is seeking to appoint dynamic and suitably qualified string teacher for an ongoing salary-based position from Term 3, 2026.
About Mansfield Steiner School
Mansfield Steiner School is a vibrant, independent school nestled in the beautiful High Country of North-East Victoria. We offer a unique educational journey from Early Childhood through to Class 12, based on the principles of Steiner education. Our curriculum is designed to educate the whole adolescent—head, heart, and hands—fostering intellectual rigour, emotional resilience, and ethical judgment. In the secondary years, we challenge students to think critically, engage with complex concepts, and find their purpose and place in the world, all within a supportive and respectful learning community.
General School Requirements
The successful candidates will have:
- A strong background in music education and a passion for teaching.
- A demonstrated commitment to Steiner education or a willingness to learn.
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship skills with the ability to relate to children and young people.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work successfully within a team.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience.
- A current Working with Children Check or VIT Registration.
General Duties & Expectations:
- Be at school for the committed hours of employment and be punctual for lessons, duties, and meetings.
- Attend Staff and faculty meetings, as well as other relevant meetings as determined by the School Leadership Team.
- Be rostered on for yard duty, supervising children before, during, and after school as required.
- Actively work as part of a team, both with the Faculty and the School as a whole.
- Attend and participate in whole school festivals, open days, and fairs.
- Attend and participate in curriculum/staff development days and in-service or training courses.
- Be available to attend relevant meetings, workshops, and conferences outside school hours.
- Follow up and be familiar with all school policies.
- Maintain professional standards at all times, particularly with regard to communication, confidentiality, collegiality, and the School Ethos.
- Commitment to work within Victorian Child Safe Standards.
Specific Position Details
String Teacher/ Tutor | 0.4 – 1.0 FTE
The successful applicant will:
- Have the ability to teach strings (cello, violin, viola) to a high level, including IBDP music. Specialisation in cello is highly desirable.
- Have a strong working knowledge of classical string repertoire as well as a variety of other styles, including folk and improvisation.
- Be comfortable teaching Class 3 to Year 12 students.
- Have the ability to facilitate and direct string ensembles if required.
- VIT Registration is an advantage.
Application Process
Please send a cover letter outlining your suitability, enthusiasm for this position, and C.V to:
Celeste Cleason – Deputy Principal & Head of Music: [email protected]
Closing Date: Friday July 3rd, 2026
Please note that this position may be filled before the closing date if a suitable applicant is found.
