Casual Position

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique bilingual program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking an Oboe Teacher for Term 2, 2025, to provide private and group tuition on Monday afternoons (12pm–4pm). This role is expected to expand as the program extends to Tuesday afternoons, with the opportunity for growth into 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach double-reeds at a beginner level, with the ability to guide bassoon lessons in the future being preferable. We welcome applications from educators who can develop with the role and contribute to our dynamic team of passionate music educators within our well-established studio.

Essential Criteria

• Monday and Tuesday afternoon commitment 12pm-4pm
• experience teaching Oboe and Bassoon at various levels from Years 3 -12
• demonstrated, high level of performance ability on a double reed instrument
• ability to work alongside a dynamic Wind, Brass, and Percussion team
• willingness to contribute to both instrumental lessons and ensemble programs
• flexibility to attend after hours events and concerts
• Enthusiasm, punctuality, commitment and reliability, with ongoing availability during School terms
• Excellent communication and record keeping skills
• competent use of ICT to effectively prepare timetables, write reports, and communicate positively with parents
• willingness to adopt Kodaly/Orff Schulwerk classroom methodologies into teaching practice

Application Details:

To apply for this position, please visit our website, www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.

To apply please:

• address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

• a succinct Cover Letter, 1 - 2 pages, addressing the position requirements
• your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
• the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.
• copies of related qualifications, training and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated.
• proof of identity will be required
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• COVID-19 vaccination status in accordance with the current IGS Vaccination Policy

Closing Date: Wednesday 26 March 2025, by 4pm

• Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
• applications received after the closing date and time, may not be accepted.
• IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.