Join a Leading Independent Girls' School

Term 1, 2026

Strathcona Girls Grammar School, located in Melbourne's vibrant eastern suburbs, is seeking an innovative, engaging, and qualified Instrumental Music Teacher of Guitar to join our dynamic team. With three campuses in Canterbury and Hawthorn, Strathcona is a medium-sized girls' school that also caters to boys and girls in the Early Years Centre. Our school is known for its strong sense of community, academic excellence, and commitment to fostering inquisitiveness and curiosity in young learners.

Why Strathcona?

Work within a collaborative, passionate and forward-thinking team that values innovation and professional growth. As Strathcona you will enjoy:
• Supportive and collaborative environment: Join a team where professional growth and development are prioritized.
• State-of-the-art facilities: Our modern resources and learning environments enable educators to thrive and innovate.
• Commitment to excellence: Strathcona encourages both students and staff to reach their full potential, valuing high achievement in academic and co-curricular pursuits.

About the role
We are seeking an experienced Instrumental Music Teacher of Guitar to join our passionate and accomplished Music Department starting in Term 1, 2026. Instrumental Music Teachers report to the Head of Performing Arts - Music and are employed on a casual basis. Staff are remunerated in accordance with VMTA rates, and the successful candidate will ideally be available to work on Fridays.

This position comprises approximately three hours of instrumental tuition and one hour directing the Guitar Ensemble. We are seeking a teacher who engages students effectively, contributes positively to the team, and actively improves participation in guitar across the school. The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear commitment to developing musical literacy and be confident teaching both classical and contemporary guitar styles.

Instrumental Music Teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, managing individualised instrumental programs, assessing and reporting on student progress, and contributing to the presence and quality of musical outcomes in the broader school community.

What you will bring
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in teaching guitar
• A genuine passion for teaching both the instrument and young people
• High-level organisational skills to plan rehearsals and learning sequences, track student progress, and report effectively
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Music
• WWCC (Employee) is mandatory; VIT registration is highly advantageous
• Willingness to participate in rehearsals, concerts, workshops, and music camps
• Familiarity with and experience in preparing students for examination systems such as AMEB and Trinity
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage positively with students, staff, parents, and the wider school community in a collegial, team-focused manner
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, maintaining professionalism and high standards
• Proficiency in information and communication technology
• Willingness to support and uphold the values and teachings of the Christian tradition

How to apply

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://strathconacareers.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6833261.

Each application should include a cover letter addressed to Mr Dean Gourley (Head of Performing Arts, Music), a résumé, and the contact details of three referees. Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews may commence before the closing date.

Please forward any queries to: performingarts@strathcona.vic.edu.au

Applications close 28 November 2025

Strathcona Girls Grammar School is an organisation committed to Child Protection and to the implementation of Childsafe policies and practices.