Part time (Approx. 0.67), Leave replacement
Fixed term from Term 4 2026 to end of Term 2 2027
About Us
With a legacy of over 145 years of achievement, Tintern is one of Melbourne’s most respected schools, with students from our Early Learning Centre to Year 12. At Tintern we are committed to providing a workplace, which encourages professional growth and opportunities for all staff.
Tintern aspires to bring out the best in every child. We educate boys and girls from ELC to Year 12 in our Parallel Learning model – a crafted combination of single gender and co-educational learning. Care for each student, a culture of personal and academic best and excellent teaching all enable our students to maximise their influence on the world.
The successful applicant will have extensive experience in music education in schools, demonstrated leadership and motivational abilities and exceptional organisational skills. The role is extremely rewarding and will work as part of a dynamic music team.
About the Role
As a key member of our Junior School, you will be an integral part of the Music Department, you will be able to deliver a vibrant curriculum to your students and possess a strong knowledge of content and pedagogy in these areas. You will be using teaching strategies that cater to the needs of a diverse student group and a willingness to differentiate curriculum to the needs of the students. You will bring your passion for Music to the school and above all, have a willingness to engage, connect and care for our students.
Active role in potentially organising and leading End of Year Junior Primary and 2027 Upper Primary Mid Year productions
This is a part time at approximate 0.67FTE, fixed-term leave replacement position commencing Term 4 2026 and concluding on Term 2 2027.
About You
You will be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching, and experience in teaching Music. You will demonstrate:
- Care and connectedness with students
- Current VIT registration
- Experience teaching Junior School and/or ELC Music
- Strong performance and musicianship skills, including high level piano skills to accompany and perform
- Strong IT skills
- Ability to encourage and motivate your students
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- You will encourage students to take risks within a structured school environment, to make individual choices and to use new experiences as learning opportunities
- You will have a desire to work collaboratively with other teachers and actively engage in the broader life of the School
Please view the Position Description for a full overview of duties
Applications for this position should include a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae and names of three referees
All applications should be submitted by Friday 7 August 2026
Only people with the right to work in this country may apply for this position.
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Junior School Classroom Music Specialist Teacher Position Descriptuion
