HEAD of MUSIC (and Teacher) – Preparatory School

Anglican Church Grammar School, known internationally as “Churchie”, is embarking on an exciting vision to ensure that the School remains at the forefront of boys’ education. Building on a foundation over 100 years Churchie has pursued a philosophy of preparing students to be well-balanced men, contributing positively to the community. This pursuit is characterised by our emphasis on the four tenets of our education programme: 

                             Scholastic Attainment,              Spiritual Awareness

                                    Personal Growth, and Community Service

Churchie’s purpose is to offer a world-class educational programme including an International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme And Primary Years Programme along with the Australian Curriculum to facilitate lifelong learning, by optimising opportunities for leadership, creative excellence, and participation for every student. This vision seeks to establish the School as an international leader in academic, creative, pastoral, co-curricular and service pursuits. Foremost to this vision will be talented and enthusiastic staff. 

Churchie is currently seeking highly motivated candidate for the following role to contribute to the vision of the Making of Men for the global community.

HEAD of MUSIC (and Teacher) – Preparatory School

Commencing January 2018

In collaboration with the Director of Music and Head of Preparatory School this role will  provide the vision and leadership for the music Preparatory School programme through the development and delivery of high quality teaching programmes that encourage students to achieve academically and to become life-long learners.  Of critical importance is the direct oversight of, and responsibility for, the Preparatory School Music Performances (Co-curricular activities). Of critical importance is the direct oversight of, and responsibility for, the Preparatory School Music Performances (Co-curricular activities).

Mandatory requirements for this role are:

• Ability to teach classroom music to Preparatory School classes, years Reception to      year 6;
• An experienced Kodaly practitioner with AKC (Australian Kodaly Certificate) or working toward;
• Qualified Teacher and registered with the Queensland College of Teachers; 
• Recent experience with International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme highly desirable. (Primary Years Programme);
• Demonstrated proficiency in Piano and passion for Choral work advantageous;
• Eligibility to work in Australia.

All staff at Churchie are expected to support the philosophies of the School, and must be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers.

Interested persons, should in the first instance, consider carefully the Position Description and Selection Criteria documentation which can be found on the Churchie website. www.churchie.com.au/employment.  Applications must include a covering letter addressing the selection criteria (please refer to the position description).

Applications are to be submitted via Seek and addressed to:
 Human Resources
 Anglican Church Grammar School
 Oaklands Parade, East Brisbane Qld 4169

Closing date:  Tuesday 2 October 2017 at 12 noon.