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About the Role

Reddam House North Shore, an Inspired Education Group school, is seeking an exceptional Secondary Music Teacher to guide students from Years 7-12. This role involves delivering engaging, high-quality classroom music instruction aligned with the NESA curriculum, inspiring students as performers, composers, and listeners. The position begins as a 0.7 FTE appointment in Term 1, 2027, with potential to expand to full-time.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons that inspire and challenge students, aligning with the NESA syllabus, school policies, and assessment requirements.
Differentiate learning to ensure every student is challenged, supported, and achieves outstanding progress.
Teach Music across Stages 4-6, supporting students in developing practical, theoretical, and creative musicianship through performance, listening, and composition.
Assess students’ learning through a range of formative and summative assessment strategies, providing timely and constructive feedback.
Create a classroom culture where students feel valued, challenged, and confident to take creative risks.
Work collaboratively with colleagues as an active member of the Music Department, contributing to curriculum development and sharing innovative teaching practices.
Engage in ongoing professional learning.
Play an active role in the school’s co-curricular programme and Music Department, supporting concerts, performances, ensembles, and other initiatives.
Maintain positive and constructive communication with parents, building strong partnerships.

Requirements

Proven experience teaching Secondary Music with a strong understanding of NESA curriculum requirements.
Demonstrated experience teaching Stage 4 Music.
Experience in student assessment, reporting, and curriculum planning.
Confidence using music technology, notation software, and digital learning tools.
Experience organising and supporting performances, concerts, and other music-related activities.
Experience teaching composition across a range of musical styles.
Passionate about education and committed to the holistic development of students from Years 7-12.
Demonstrated success mentoring students through the HSC Composition elective.
Patient, empathetic, and supportive of students’ emotional and social well-being.
Collaborative team player who communicates effectively with staff, parents, and stakeholders.
Resilient and adaptable in dynamic educational settings.
Valid Working with Children Check.
Willingness to assist with lunch/playground supervision and student drop-off/pick-up duties.
Availability to attend school events outside regular hours, including concerts, performances, and parent meetings.

Skills

Classroom music instruction
Performance
Composition
Music technology
Notation software
Digital learning tools
Curriculum development
Assessment strategies
Communication

Location

North Shore, Australia

Work Type

0.7 FTE appointment
Potential to expand to 1.0 FTE

Experience Level

Experience teaching Stage 5 and Stage 6 Music is highly desirable.

Education Level

Bachelor of Education (Secondary), Bachelor of Music Education, or equivalent teaching qualification.
Accreditation with NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority).

Benefits

Industry-leading professional development
Exceptional career opportunities
Mobility across the Inspired Education Group

About the Company

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents.
Utilises proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations.
Collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
Award-winning team of over 14,000 employees.
Work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders.
Invest heavily in team members.

Equal Opportunity

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment.
Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.