Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1452403
Location ProfileMcKinnon Secondary College is a Year 7 to 12 co-educational school with a student population of over 2500. The College was founded in 1954 in the south-eastern Melbourne suburb of McKinnon. The main campus on McKinnon Road caters to Years 7, 10, 11 and 12. In 2022, a second campus was opened at the nearby Virginia Park site off East Boundary Road dedicated to Years 8 and 9.
McKinnon Secondary College is an accredited school with the Council of International Schools and strives to prepare its students to thrive in a world which values interpersonal skills as much as academic excellence. The College offers a positive, caring and safe learning environment in which all students can achieve success through its comprehensive and differentiated curriculum, and an extensive extra-curricular program.
The College lives by its motto 'Wisdom and Service' by actively promoting a culture that celebrates the achievement of excellence, values individual diversity, and encourages participation by all members of the community. Students at McKinnon take pride in themselves and the College.
The College's positive culture, high expectations, and rigorous teaching and learning program have consistently translated into excellent VCE results, with over 95% of students going on to study at university. In addition, VCAL provides an applied learning pathway for students. McKinnon has well-regarded art, music, and sporting programs, as well as an impressive array of extra-curricular offerings.
McKinnon Secondary College values the unique contributions graduate teachers bring to the learning experience, whilst recognising the period of adjustment these teachers face when entering this dynamic profession. In recognition of this, McKinnon employs two Learning Specialist Coaches dedicated to supporting the needs of graduate teachers.
Selection CriteriaDemonstrated understanding of initiatives in student learningDemonstrated high level one-on-one and small group instructional skills, and the capacity to work with colleagues to continually improve student learningDemonstrated ability to monitor and assess student learning and to implement improvements to enhance student learningDemonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and high level interpersonal skills, including a capacity to develop constructive relationships with students, parents, and other staffDemonstrated commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities and a commitment to ongoing professional learningRoleMcKinnon Secondary College requires a capable and enthusiastic Double Reed (Woodwind) instructor for individual student, group tuition, and small ensemble direction. This vacancy is for 0.2 EFT.
The applicant is required to instruct on oboe and bassoon in group and individual classes.Piano accompaniment skills would be an advantage but not a requirement.The successful applicant will be able to instruct and demonstrate on all double reed instruments at all levels from beginner to advanced and be versed in a range of music styles.The College requires all instrumental music teachers to demonstrate a high level of competency in teaching instruments in groups.The successful applicant may be required to either direct a small woodwind ensemble and/or assist with one of the concert bands.Instrumental music instructors work with the Managers of Instrumental Music and Woodwind Leader 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 is expected.ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of an Instrumental Music instructor may include but are not limited to:
Direct instruction of groups of students and individual students.Contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Music curriculum area within the school.Undertaking other related and organizational duties as determined by the School Principal and/or the Managers of Instrumental Music.Participating in activities such as parent meetings, 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 in line with the school's well-being and pastoral care policies.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience, and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability, and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
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