Do you believe music education can unlock creativity and build confidence in every student?

The Knox School is an independent, values-driven coeducational institution from Early Learning to Year 12 in Wantirna South, Victoria. It boasts a distinguished reputation for providing personalised learning for all students, who become the architects and advocates for their learning journey as they strive to achieve their personal best. Founded in 1982, The Knox School is a non-denominational establishment. Its values of Achievement, Care, Empathy, Resilience, Responsibility and Respect are at the core of all its endeavours. It celebrates each student’s uniqueness, and through a close-knit community, they can find their niche and become proud to belong.

Open, collaborative and inclusive, The Knox School invests in its people and offers them opportunities to engage in innovative learning practices. Staff culture creates the capacity for respectful relationships, innovation, and recognition of TKS as an Employer of Choice.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced classroom music teacher and student mentor to join our team. This is a 0.5-0.75 FTE part-time role, commencing Term 3, 2025, working 7 days across a 2-week cycle. There is the possibility of a leadership component for the right candidate.

The role will deliver an engaging and innovative Music program across Years 7 & 8 as well as supporting a Year 9 Mentor class. The teacher is accountable for student support, recognition of individual student learning styles and assistance with modifications and adjustments to learning and assessment programs.

About the position:

Workdays – Week 1: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri. Week 2: Tues, Wed, Fri.

Instill a love of music amongst our students.

Develop strong relationships with colleagues, students and parents.

Collaborate with colleagues to integrate effective teaching strategies into the classroom.

Demonstrate a variety of teaching methods to cover all aspects of music education while supporting students with different learning styles.

Engage in ongoing professional learning and latest research in best teaching practice.

About you:

You are passionate about music education and performance, and the growth and development of individual students and care about their wellbeing. Within your sphere of influence, you aim to foster an environment where academic excellence, emotional growth, social connection and music appreciation are nurtured. You must support the School's vision and ethos and demonstrate the School Values of Achievement, Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Care and Empathy. You will always be an excellent professional role model for our students. You will deliver the best possible education and support for each student in your care.

Working at The Knox School offers:

Personalised Professional Learning Program for staff.

Competitive salary, dependent on skillset and experience.

Opportunities for mentoring and progression career development.

Supportive and stimulating work and learning environment set amongst beautiful grounds.

Onsite car parking.

The ideal candidate:

Must:

Have expert knowledge of teaching the Music and a demonstrated willingness to continue to develop knowledge and skills.

Hold current full VIT registration

Demonstrate a passion for teaching children in a school environment.

Have knowledge and understanding of the School’s obligations in respect of Ministerial Order No. 1359, the Reportable Conduct Scheme, mandatory reporting, record keeping in relation to student safety and wellbeing, the failure to disclose and failure to protect offences (and any other information sharing and reporting obligations that may arise). Training will be provided.

Have working knowledge of and be able to adhere to the School’s policies and student safety practices, including those detailed in the Student Safety at The Knox School Handbook.

Satisfactorily complete a values-based interview which will assess suitability to work with children and young people, and ensure that children and young people’s rights are respected.

Will:

Display a supportive and respectful attitude to children and their families and build positive connections with all members of the school community.

Be professional, collaborative, flexible and adaptable.

Exhibit superior organisational skills.

Hold, or be prepared to obtain a current Level 2 First Aid Qualification, including CPR and Anaphylaxis and Asthma Management Training. (Training is provided by the school annually).

Commitment to Student Safety:

The Knox School is committed to providing a student safe and friendly environment, where children and young people are safe, feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.

We have a zero tolerance for child abuse or reportable conduct and are committed to acting in our student’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm.

The School regards its student protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a student safe culture.

For further information, please visit A Career at TKS — The Knox School. Conditions, including salary, will be discussed at interview with shortlisted candidates. Written applications close Friday 27 June 2025 and will be reviewed on receipt.