VIOLIN TUTOR
Rouse Hill Anglican College · ROUSE HILL, NSW
<p><strong>About Us</strong></p>
<p>Rouse Hill Anglican College (RHAC) is a highly regarded independent co-educational Christian school with approximately 1,600 students from Pre-K to Year 12. The College is located in the Hills District in Sydney’s northwest and is committed to a professional, collaborative and supportive workplace for all employees. The College has modern facilities, is very well resourced and can be easily accessed by car or the new Metro Northwest rail.</p>
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<p><strong>Basis of Employment</strong></p>
<p>The successful applicant will be a private tutor, not a RHAC employee. The appointee will be responsible for directly billing the family of the students s/he tutors. By law, the tutor will be required to commit to a room hiring agreement that will include paying the school a fixed fee for the use of facilities. There are insurance requirements which will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.</p>
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<p><strong>What We Are Looking For</strong></p>
<p>The successful applicant will have:</p>
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<li>Demonstrated experience teaching violin to students at various levels from Kindergarten to Year 12</li>
<li>A relevant undergraduate degree and/or professional music qualifications</li>
<li>Excellent violin technique and a strong understanding of string instruments</li>
<li>Ability to conduct string ensembles as required, demonstrating effective rehearsal techniques and clear musical direction</li>
<li>Well-developed communication and organisational skills</li>
<li>The ability to engage and motivate students and foster their love for music</li>
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<p><strong>Key responsibilities include</strong></p>
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<li>Teaching weekly private music lessons to Junior and Senior School students</li>
<li>Teaching small group lessons for students in Years 1 and 2 as part of the String Development Program</li>
<li>Conducting both Junior School and Senior School String Ensembles </li>
<li>Supporting students’ involvement in the College’s curricular and extra-curricular Music programs</li>
<li>Preparing students for external music examinations (e.g. AMEB)</li>
<li>Creating and communicating a lesson timetable with parents, students and Music staff</li>
<li>Liaising with parents and providing feedback on their child’s progress</li>
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<p><strong>Child Safety</strong></p>
<p>The College actively promotes the safety and well-being of all students and requires all prospective staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment. The College implements the <a href="https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/2021-12/g_CSS_GuidetotheStandards.pdf?Embed=Y" rel="nofollow">Child Safe Standards</a> developed by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. </p>
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<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>
<p>Submit your application by email: <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au?subject=VIOLIN%20TUTOR%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=VIOLIN%20TUTOR%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au?subject=VIOLIN%20TUTOR%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au</a>. Please write <i>Violin Tutor Application </i>in the subject line to indicate which position you are applying for.</p>
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<p><strong>Applications must include</strong>:</p>
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<li>A cover letter outlining the reason for your interest in this position and how your skills and experience suit the role</li>
<li>Current resume/CV</li>
<li>Current WWCC number</li>
<li>Applicants who proceed to interview will be asked to provide the name and contact details of two referees</li>
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<p>Potential applicants are welcome to contact the College to arrange an informal, confidential conversation with a member of the Music department about the role before formally applying. Please send a brief email to the above email address, and a staff member will call you.</p>
<p><strong>Applications close Friday 24 May.</strong></p>
<p>Please note – early submission of applications is encouraged as interviews may be conducted before the closing date.</p>
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