Violin / Viola Teacher

Commencement Timeframe

Term 1, 2026

Nature and Scope

The Conservatorium promotes the study, practice, performance and knowledge of music and the performing arts in Tamworth and the region, contributing to the enhancement of the cultural life of the regional community by providing a centre for teaching, performance and appreciation of music.

The Conservatorium aims to provide music education of the highest quality, producing students with high self-esteem and the confidence to achieve their goals.

Position Context

The violin/viola teacher reports to the Program Manager and is responsible for duties related to effective teaching. The incumbent is expected to support the Conservatorium’s aims, policies, and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach individual violin/viola and small groups from beginner through to advanced levels across a broad range of styles as required, ensuring that lessons are thoroughly prepared and designed to engage and challenge students in learning
• Develop and direct ensembles across all levels
• Teach in Schools for the Conservatorium as required
• Direct ensembles in Schools on behalf of the Conservatorium as required
• Understand and accommodate the learning needs of all students, including those with a disability or special learning need
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance
• Maintain accurate records of the teaching program and student assessments
• Contribute to the development of curriculum, teaching and assessment materials
• Maintain a positive environment in lessons and rehearsals that is respectful of all present and fosters student learning
• Provide prompt and regular feedback to students on their progress
• Adopt appropriate assessment procedures
• Prepare reports for all students taught
• Prepare students for solo performances
• Prepare ensembles for public performance
• Prepare students for examinations, where appropriate
• Participate in ensembles, concerts, rehearsals and other Conservatorium occasions/events as required
• Work collaboratively with all relevant staff members, ensuring information is communicated in an appropriate and timely manner and supports improved student learning outcomes
• Attend staff meetings and contribute as required
• Actively participate in professional learning activities to keep up to date professionally
• Support Conservatorium-wide professional learning through the sharing of professional knowledge and practices with colleagues
• Maintain appropriate safety of students within the teaching studio
• Work safely and report any hazards per Conservatorium procedures
• Demonstrate a willingness to participate in educational change
• Actively support and promote Conservatorium policies and procedures
• Other duties as required.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of violin & viola tuition across a range of styles and levels 
• Demonstrated high–level conducting skills
• Demonstrated capacity to perform publicly
• Tertiary Qualifications in music and/or education and/or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated high–level communication skills, including the ability to effectively engage with staff, students, parents, school personnel and other stakeholders
• Demonstrated organisational and administrative skills
• Holder of a current NSW Drivers Licence
• Current NSW Working With Children Check

Desirable

• Ability to teach cello
• Keyboard accompaniment skills
• Knowledge, experience, and understanding of NESA syllabus, AMEB and Trinity examination systems
• Capacity to lead curriculum development