Aquinas College is a K-12 Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys.  Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australia education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.We are currently seeking experienced Peripatetic Music Tutors to join our team on a casual basis, commencing in Term 1, 2025 to support our Music programs for students across Years 2 to 12.Violin and Viola Tutor(s)Violin – approx. 14hrs / weekViola – approx. 9 hours / weekFor the successful running of our Junior School strings program, the ability to work Thursdays and Fridays is preferable.Double Bass & Bass Guitar Tutor(s)Approx. 2 days per week. Position Purpose:To inspire boys to be the best they can be through effective, quality instruction.The successful candidate(s) will have:Demonstrated experience in instrumental teaching and the ability to work with students of all abilities.A current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearnce (or the willingness to obtain one)Selection CriteriaTo be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:Demonstrated experience as a Peripatetic Music Tutor Ability and willingness to teach both group lessons and one-to-one tuitionThe ability to teach across Years K to 12.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a Music Department.Active support for the Edmund Rice Charism, Edmund Rice schooling, Catholic ethos and the College MissionStrong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling harmonious and positive relationshipsStrong communication, organisation and time management skills.A demonstrated understanding of child safetyA demonstrated of appropriate behaviours when engaging with childrenFamiliarity with legal obligations relating to child safety including mandatory reporting requirements;Demonstrate suitability to engage in child-connected workFurther information about this role is available in the Position Description linked at the bottom of this advertisement.Employment Conditions and Benefits:Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River.Applications:Your application must include: Cover letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (Maximum 2 Pages)Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. Applications Close: 8am Monday 13 January 2025. Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children.  All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity EmployerChild Safe DeclarationPosition Statement

Peripatetic Music Tutor (Strings - Violin, Viola and Double Bass tutors)

Aquinas College is a K-12 Catholic School in the Edmund Rice Tradition servicing in excess of 1,300 local, country and international boys.  Aquinas College has a rich history within Western Australia education and a reputation of producing outstanding young men.

We are currently seeking experienced Peripatetic Music Tutors to join our team on a casual basis, commencing in Term 1, 2025 to support our Music programs for students across Years 2 to 12.

Violin and Viola Tutor(s)

Violin – approx. 14hrs / week

Viola – approx. 9 hours / week

For the successful running of our Junior School strings program, the ability to work Thursdays and Fridays is preferable.

Double Bass & Bass Guitar Tutor(s)

Approx. 2 days per week. 

Position Purpose:

To inspire boys to be the best they can be through effective, quality instruction.

The successful candidate(s) will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in instrumental teaching and the ability to work with students of all abilities.
  • A current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearnce (or the willingness to obtain one)

Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate the following:

  • Demonstrated experience as a Peripatetic Music Tutor 
  • Ability and willingness to teach both group lessons and one-to-one tuition
  • The ability to teach across Years K to 12.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a Music Department.
  • Active support for the Edmund Rice Charism, Edmund Rice schooling, Catholic ethos and the College Mission
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, enabling harmonious and positive relationships
  • Strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
  • A demonstrated understanding of child safety
  • A demonstrated of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
  • Familiarity with legal obligations relating to child safety including mandatory reporting requirements;
  • Demonstrate suitability to engage in child-connected work

Further information about this role is available in the Position Description linked at the bottom of this advertisement.

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Aquinas College provides a supportive, inclusive, stimulating and spiritual work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence, in a beautiful setting overlooking the Canning River.

Applications:

Your application must include: 

  • Cover letter: Stating your interest in, and suitability for, the advertised position and why you would like to work at Aquinas College (Maximum 2 Pages)
  • Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae: Outlining your personal details, qualifications and relevant work history, education and professional memberships. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
  • Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. 

Applications Close: 8am Monday 13 January 2025. 

Aquinas College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people and has zero tolerance of any abuse of children.  All applicants will be subject to Aquinas College and legislative screening procedures and checks as a condition of employment.

Aquinas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer