Upper Strings Tutor

ABOUT US

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is widely recognised as one of Queensland's leading schools, providing an exceptional learning environment for students, and a dynamic and collegial environment for teachers. Coupled with outstanding facilities and a beautiful natural environment, Flinders is a truly remarkable place to work.

The College maintains a culture of artistic excellence with an ambitious co-curricular program featuring over 25 ensembles across string, choir and bands. The Program is supported by a team of specialist Co-ordinators and more than 25 instrumental and vocal tutors. Students perform regularly in major concerts, eisteddfods, competitions, festivals, tours (domestic and international), community and school events, forming part of a vibrant performance culture within the College.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and engaging Upper Strings Tutor to join our vibrant strings program.

This role includes the delivery of small group violin instruction within the College’s Year 2 String Immersion Program each Tuesday, while also contributing to the ongoing development of emerging string musicians through teaching within the College’s existing string program. The role currently incorporates just over one day of teaching across the Immersion Program and studio teaching, with potential for future expansion.

The current rate aligns with the Queensland Music Teachers Association Professional Member Rates.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will:

• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a QLD Blue Card (Working with Children Check)

• Have relevant teaching qualifications or music education experience (preferred)

• Be able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Have a warm, engaging personality with strong classroom presence and “warm demand”

• Be confident and deliver high-quality music instruction to students across a range of abilities and learning styles

• Demonstrate excellent communication and rapport with students and families

• Have experience preparing students for concerts, eisteddfods, ensembles, and AMEB exams

• Have an understanding of and commitment to child protection and the ethos of an Anglican school

• Committed to fostering a love of music and inspiring young musicians to thrive

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit the following documentation to Ms Sally McHugh, Director of Music via SEEK:

• A current resume
• A brief cover letter addressing:

1. The reason for your interest;
2. Your relevant experience with school-aged students.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable applicants will be contacted progressively until the position is filled.

Safeguarding our Students

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is committed to taking all reasonable steps to promote the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College and their protection from foreseeable harm. We prioritise student safety and wellbeing in all aspects of our work and do not tolerate any form of child abuse or harm. We act in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (QLD) and implement the Child Safe Standards and Universal Principle to create a safe, inclusive, and accountable environment. We listen to students, value their views, and support them to participate in decisions that affect them.

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is committed to the safety and inclusion of all students, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds, students with disability, LGBTQIA+ students, and students who may be experiencing vulnerability. We also make a clear commitment to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and to providing an environment where their identities, cultures, and connections to Country are respected and upheld.

Workplace Health and Safety

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is committed to ensuring the physical and psychological health, safety and wellbeing of our people. Employees (including contractors and volunteers) must comply with all legislative requirements in respect to Workplace Health and Safety and follow all policies, procedures and codes to ensure a safe and accident-free workplace is maintained, hazards identified and risks are appropriately mitigated.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Matthew Flinders Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that teams who reflect a diversity of lived experience, identity, perspective, and background help us to create a healthy and inclusive working culture where our staff, students and community can thrive.