<p><strong>Performing Arts Teacher (Specialist)</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=%2Fg%2F1vc81zn2" rel="nofollow"><strong>St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Mansfield VIC</strong></a>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><strong>Position Type:</strong> Part-Time</li> <li><strong>Time Fraction:</strong> 0.3 FTE (approx. 1.5 days per week / 22.8 hours per fortnight)</li> <li><strong>Category:</strong> Specialist Teaching (Prep to Grade 6)</li> <li><strong>Reports To:</strong> Principal, Mary Dunstan&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br> St Mary's Mansfield is seeking a creative and engaging Performing Arts Teacher to guide our P-6 students through our vibrant weekly specialist program. Covering music theory, singing, instrumentation, dance, and drama, this role focuses on boosting student confidence, creativity, and self-expression. You will have access to a dedicated music room stocked with a diverse range of instruments (including keyboards, drums, and percussion).</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Curriculum Delivery:</strong> Plan and deliver a highly engaging Performing Arts program aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.</li> <li><strong>Classroom Management:</strong> Deliver weekly, 1-hour sessions for all year levels in a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment.</li> <li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Work alongside classroom teachers and specialist staff (Visual Arts, PE, French) to support whole-school initiatives.</li> <li><strong>Events &amp; Community:</strong> Foster school spirit by helping prepare students for school assemblies, celebrations, and community performances.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ol> <li><strong>Catholic Identity:</strong> A deep commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and mission of Catholic Education.</li> <li><strong>Pedagogical Expertise:</strong> Demonstrated ability to teach music to primary school students across a wide range of learning abilities.</li> <li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within a close-knit, collaborative rural school community.</li> <li><strong>Professional Qualifications:</strong> Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.&nbsp;</li> </ol> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Extensive support for evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices and structured professional learning.</li> <li>Access to competitive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/goto?url=CAEShwEBxCJF11IkDvp6Uz2htZiugAUJsSwl-2XrZTRvm9kUM3bvzHd5JIYYFlIk98Ji_65D7GgxTIrUNYolTLnLVmzXmgvZEjVeia_BG5lgJ9aLSydqsO4SSQGIwr8QNUDc5cOqq-md91Tf0vNYSkqEkprM-GIVTnD5oGF5gThy3d5Boyg_hxkYKoU" rel="nofollow">MACS Enterprise Agreement benefits</a>, including comprehensive paid parental leave schemes.</li> <li>Dedicated school wellbeing initiatives and support for professional development.</li> <li>Opportunities to work in a vibrant rural school environment equipped with modern community facilities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Eligibility</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching.</li> <li>Current <strong>Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)</strong> registration.</li> <li>Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School (or a commitment to obtain accreditation in accordance with MACS policy).&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong> Contact Principal Mary Dunstan at (03) 5775 2670 or via email at <a href="mailto:principal@smmansfield.catholic.edu.au?subject=Performing%20Arts%20Teacher%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">principal@smmansfield.catholic.edu.au</a>.</li> </ul>