Secondary Music Teacher [2027]

Join our team as a Secondary Music Teacher to inspire young musicians through engaging classroom programs, ensembles and performance opportunities...

Waverley Christian College is a forward thinking and culturally diverse Christian co-educational school from Kinder to Year 12. We have been providing students with a quality Christian educational experience for over 45 years. With campuses in Wantirna South and Narre Warren South, Waverley Christian College has an enrolment of over 2400 students with 400 staff across both campuses in 2026.

The Narre Warren South Campus is seeking a part-time (FTE 0.6) Secondary Music Teacher to commence at the start of 2027. The FTE may be negotiable for the successful applicant, considering ensemble commitments and the capacity to contribute to other curriculum areas.

We are seeking a candidate who has experience directing and conducting instrumental and/or vocal ensembles and organising a range of music performance events, including concerts, soirées and ensemble showcases. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience teaching Music and developing engaging elective Music programs for students in Years 7 - 10. They will also have experience teaching digital composition, or a willingness to develop their skills in this area. Experience working within classroom-based band programs and/or school orchestral programs will be highly regarded.

You’ll join a community of educators who care deeply about the formation of students and are learners themselves, committed to professional growth, collaborative practice, and the shared calling of preparing young people to live out their faith and learning for the sake of others.

The successful applicant must:

• Be a qualified teacher and hold a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Be able to teach Music from Year 7 – 10.
• Be able to show a commitment to the values and ethos of Christian education.
• Be willing to get involved in all aspects of the College’s programs and opportunities.
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills.

Some of the benefits of working at Waverley Christian College include:

• A range of salary packaging options
• School fees discounts for staff whose children attend the school (after 12 months)
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Career and leadership professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly and collegial community to work with
• School aged children enrolled at WCC may be able to access free before and after school library supervision (time/space limits apply)

All potential employees will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, and Student Wellbeing Policy. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. You will be expected to contribute proactively to a culture of child safety at the College.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via the 'Apply to this Job' button below. Please download and view the Position Description.

Applicants are to include a Resume, Letter of Application, Pastoral Reference Letter and complete the screening questions as part of the application process. Applicants will also need to provide a list of three referees. Please address your application to the Head of Campus, Mark Crnkovic.

Apply now via the 'Apply to this Job' button below, as applications close Friday 21 August!

Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.

Enquiries: (03) 8765 7700

Quoting job number: 2026036

Waverley Christian College is committed to protecting the interests and safety of our students. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are responsible for the safety, care and wellbeing of children.