Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1551331

Selection Criteria

KSC 1 - Demonstrated experience and ability to instruct and support the learning of instrument/s, (e.g. woodwind, brass, guitar) in individual, paired and small group lessons, across all ability groups.

KSC 2 - Sound knowledge of a variety of musical styles relevant to your instrument/s, and the ability to select and adapt repertoire to suit students? abilities, interests and relevant ensembles or productions.

KSC 3 - Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills, including the capacity to build constructive relationships with students, parents/carers and staff.

Role

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility.Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases.Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.





This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years.Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered.Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employees' position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

Instruction and Feedback:

- Delivering instrumental music on a weekly sessional basis to students assigned by the Instrumental Music Coordinator.
- Providing students with a program of learning tailored to their individual needs and learning styles.
- Ensuring all students are appropriately challenged and supported.
- Monitoring student progress and keeping them informed,



providing constructive feedback to students and parents.
- The participation in or direction of instrumental ensembles, where required by and in co-operation with the Instrumental Coordinator. Generally, IM staff are required to run an ensemble per day of employment.
- Preparing students for performances, including solos and ensemble performances.Teaching relevant ensemble music during lesson time and working towards increasing student capacity in participating in ensembles.
- Conducting rehearsals and sectionals, potentially taking responsibility for specific ensembles.

Professional Development:

- Maintaining a high level of musical skill and knowledge, including the instruments taught.

Other Responsibilities:

- Maintaining accurate records of student achievement and attendance.
- When absent, deleting scheduled lessons from Compass as soon as possible, and no later than the morning of the absence.
- Communicating effectively with students, and re-arranging missed sessions so that students complete the agreed 30 lessons per year (as well as the number of lessons within the term that have been booked and paid for).
- Creating a protected and inclusive learning environment.
- Any other duties as directed by the principal team.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, r

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