Lead - Music Curriculum & Choral - Brighton, Australia - Firbank Grammar School
Description
Located across Firbank's three campuses- Part time (~0.7FTE) ongoing position, commencing Term 2, 202
- Work with a friendly and supportive team
This is an
ongoing, part time (~
0.70 FTE) role across our three campuses (in Brighton and Sandringham), commencing at the beginning of
Term 2, 2024.
The Lead - Music Curriculum & Choral will work collaboratively with the Director of Performing Arts and Head of Music, for the development of the School's Music Program.
Key Responsibilities:
Policy and Planning:
- Oversee the classroom curriculum and choral programs on all campuses.
- Liaise with Heads of Junior Schools regarding the classroom music program.
- Make significant contributions to curriculum and choral policy and planning.
- Maintain the content of the curriculum of the department through regular review and evaluation.
- Set short and longterm academic goals for Music in collaboration with the Director of Performing Arts.
- Provide documentation of the detailed courses in Music for staff.
- Monitor the implementation of the curriculum on all campuses.
- Coordinate the planning of extension activities and programs for students with individual needs.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and programs.
Staff Management:
- Foster a climate of cooperation and trust among staff.
- Encourage the professional development of staff and involve staff in curriculum planning and other activities.
- Appraise and mentor faculty members according to school guidelines.
- Ensure faculty members set and review goals annually.
Other Duties:
- Organize musical input for various school events and performances.
- Liaise with external agencies for choral group performances.
- Coordinate tours, camps, and other musical activities.
- Identify opportunities for diverse choral performances and musical ensembles.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Current VIT.
- Current First Aid and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willing to undertake)
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrated expertise in music.
Key Competencies and Attributes:
- Skills and understanding required to implement the curriculum and school policies.
- Flexibility, strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong relationship and teambuilding capacity.
- Outstanding planning and administration skills.
About Firbank Grammar School
Firbank Grammar has a rich history of over 110 years, delivering world-class learning programs and outstanding opportunities to its students.
Our school community is dedicated to supporting excellence in both academic and co-curricular pursuits, providing a vibrant and inclusive environment for all.
Why Join Firbank?
- Inclusive and supportive culture.
- Opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Brighton.
- Access to professional development opportunities.
- Onsite cafe and use of swimming pool facilities.
- Salaries and packages paid well above Award level.
- Close proximity to public transport.
- 12month 'Life Leave' opportunities.
- Six days of 'free annual leave' on set calendar days over Summer holiday break.
- Three weeks of Personal Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid parental and partner leave schemes.
- Staff social groups and events.
- Staff discounts for incredible School productions.
Join us at Firbank Grammar School and be a part of our vibrant community committed to excellence in education and student wellbeing.
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