Instrumental Music Specialist - Double/Electric Bass

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the instructing of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact tutoring strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and instructing programs on student learning growth.

SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning. Demonstrated experience in using data to inform instructing practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of instructing.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the instructing of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated experience in responding to student learning needs.

SC2 Demonstrated experience in planning for and implementing high impact tutoring strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluating the impact of learning and instructing programs on student learning growth.

SC3 Demonstrated experience in monitoring and assessing student learning.



Demonstrated experience in using data to inform instructing practice and providing feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4 Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated experience in reflecting upon practice and engaging in professional learning to continually improve the quality of instructing.

Role

McKinnon Secondary College requires a capable and enthusiastic double and electric bass specialist for individual students, group tuition and ensemble direction. Interested specialists are required to have current VIT or WWC registration. The current vacancy is for 0.4 EFT of instructing with 0.2 EFT at McKinnon Road Campus and 0.2 EFT at East Campus.

- The applicant is required to deliver instructions on double and electric bass in group and individual classes.
- The successful applicant will be able to deliver instructions and demonstrate the double bass and electric bass at all levels from beginner to VCE and be versed in a range of styles, including classical, contemporary and jazz.



A robust focus on electric and jazz is desired.
- The College requires all instrumental music specialists to demonstrate a high level of competency in delivering instructions on instruments in groups.
- The position may also involve rehearsal and direction of string ensembles and assistance in other college ensembles.
- Instrumental music specialists work with the Head of Strings, Head of Music and/or Head of Performing Arts to coordinate the allocation of students to instrumental music classes and oversee the maintenance, repair, purchase and replacement of relevant equipment.
- The College has a large and active program of ensembles and performances. Attendance at concerts and rehearsals outside school hours is expected.

Responsibilities

The role of an Instrumental Music instructor may include but is not limited to:

- Direct instruction of groups of students and individual students;
- Rehearsing, directing and assisting in school ensembles;
- Contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of the Music curriculum area within the school;
- Undertaking other music instruction related and organisational duties as determined by the School Principal and/or the Head of Instrumental Music;
- Participating in such activities as parent conferences, staff meetings, concerts, camps and excursions;
- Complying with the timetable and professional ethos of the school;
- Creating a positive environment conducive to learning for the students of whom he or she is in charge in line with the school's well-being and pastoral care policies.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill

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