Instrumental Music Tutors – Strings and Woodwind

Job description Carmichael College – Strings and Woodwind Tutor – 2026

 

Title of Position: Instrumental Music Tutor for Strings/Woodwind Tuition across Middle School & Secondary

Tutoring

Contract/Temp

 

Type of Appointment: Contract – 1 year commencing February 2026

Carmichael College is a dynamic, developing College, committed to educational excellence in an overt and distinctly Christian environment. We are a non-denominational, independent Christian school located in Morayfield, Queensland. Currently the College offers a Prep to Year 12 program. With a current student population of 870, projections indicate that student numbers will peak at around 1,400.

The College is seeking applications from experienced, self-motivated, Specialist Instrumental Tutors in Strings, Woodwind, Brass and Percussion to join the Co-Curricular Arts Department at the College, commencing in February 2026 (Term 1). The position will commence with approx. 1 day per week, with the possibility of increasing, subject to enrolment requests. The role is to provide exceptional support to our expanding Academy of The Arts. The successful applicant will be a highly trusted member of the wider team of Arts colleagues across Primary & Secondary school.

The Role:

The position is focused on providing support to the Head of the Arts in the delivery of our expanding Co-Curricular Instrumental Music programs.  Day to day key tasks, responsibilities and attributes of suitable Instrumental Tutors include (but are not limited to) the following:

Ability to effectively provide a high level of instrumental music expertise to assist each child to reach their full potential and to help build a culture of excellence in Instrumental Music.
Provide expertise in individual and group lessons
Effectively lead Ensemble/Band rehearsals where requested
Ability to provide a written progress report to parents for encouraging growth

 

Context:

Instrumental tutors are contracted to the College in a peripatetic capacity; with parents are billed directly by the tutor. Tuition fees at an agreed rate as directed by the college, aligned with QMTA rate for 2026.

This position supports the development of correct playing technique of students in Year 3 and above paving the way for preparing students for performances, and where suitable to particular student’s exams.

The Person:

To be the successful applicant you will need to demonstrate:

A passion for teaching both the instrument and young people
Commitment to a personal faith in Jesus Christ and able to translate faith into practice
Personal philosophies that align with, and fully support the College mission, values and beliefs as expressed in the College Statement of Faith
High-level organisational skills to plan lessons, learning sequences, track student progress, rehearsals, report and communicate with students, colleagues, and the wider school community, effectively and in a timely manner
Relevant experience and/tertiary qualification in Music demonstrating an aptitude for the role
A willingness to participate in rehearsals, concerts, and workshop events as directed
Familiarity with and experience in preparing students for examination systems such as AMEB and Trinity is of an advantage
Strong interpersonal skills to engage with children, staff, parents, and the wider school community with a positive, collegial, and team-oriented approach
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining professionalism and high standards
Proficiency in Information Communication Technology
Flexibility, forward thinking, enthusiasm, confidence with decision making, and excellent problem-solving skills
Great attention to detail and demonstration of team participation, with a high level of responsiveness is essential
The ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality is essential
A current (Employee) Blue Card (working with children check) is mandatory.

 

 

Carmichael College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants must be practising Christians, who are active in their own churches and wholeheartedly subscribe to the College’s Statement of Faith and Staff Code of Conduct, which can be found on our website (https://www.carmichael.qld.edu.au/employment-2/) or obtained from the College.

All applications are to be emailed to employment@carmichael.qld.edu.au and need to include the following:

Cover letter
Current Resumé outlining your relevant experience
Download and complete the Application for Employment Form from our website
A written reference from your minister/pastor in your current church family
Copy of your Blue Card.

 

For further information and a Position Description, please email employment@carmichael.qld.edu.au

Applications close at 5pm on Monday the 24th of November, applications may be received and processed prior to this date.

 

All applications are to be emailed to employment@carmichael.qld.edu.au and addressed to:

Mr Richard Davies

Principal

Carmichael College

793 Oakey Flat Rd

MORAYFIELD   QLD    4506