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STRINGS PROGRAM COORDINATOR Position Description Role Description The Strings Program Coordinator is responsible for creating an engaging, productive and disciplined learning environment in which every student is equipped and encouraged to actively participate in music making. He/She will continually reflect on and adjust his/her teaching practice and actively engage in professional learning. All teachers at Queenwood are expected to contribute to the pastoral care programs and the wider life of the School, and the majority of teachers are required to act as Tutors within the School’s pastoral care systems for which an additional allowance is payable.

This is a 0.7 FTE, permanent appointment, commencing Term 1 2017.

Reporting Relationships The Strings Program Coordinator will report ultimately to the Principal and directly to the Head of Music.

Role Responsibilities     

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Assist the Head of Music and the Director of Junior School Music in the development, delivery and promotion of the K-12 co-curricular strings program.

Lead a team of string tutors in the development, delivery and promotion of the K-12 co-curricular strings program as part of a collaborative K-12 music department Direct and coordinate string ensembles and chamber groups Deliver private instrumental lessons to individual students Assist in the coordination of concerts and performances, including annual Music Showcase Concerts, Studio Concerts and other whole school music events (such as Speech Night, Carol Service, Foundation Day and School’s Birthday) Manage instrumental resources, including the purchasing, maintenance and inventory of string instruments and print/digital music Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment Use relevant technology to support instruction Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development Prepare required reports on students and activities Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs Attend meetings, rehearsals and school functions as required and perform regular duties such as playground duty. Some of these may require attendance out of hours Contribute to departmental and School programs and activities beyond the curriculum Perform such other duties as the Principal may from time to time direct

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Key Competencies         

A deep love of Music and the ability to foster in young people a love of music Outstanding and proven skills as a musician and music educator A passion for delivering stimulating and musically engaging lessons that develop a student’s innate musical ability A knowledge of Orff and/or Kodaly approaches to teaching is an advantage Excellent written and verbal communication skills Appropriate qualifications and eligibility to teach under the requirements of NSW law and School policy Ability and willingness to evaluate and critically reflect upon own professional practice Commitment to educational excellence and an empathy with the ethos and ideals of Queenwood Possessing relevant classroom Music teaching qualifications will be an advantage

Personal Attributes      

An understanding of the crucial role that music plays in the development of children A desire to promote a string music program as part of an effective and engaging music education Deep commitment to the welfare of young people and the ability to relate warmly and confidently with students Collegial and flexible approach with a ‘can do’ attitude High level organisational and planning skills Strong work ethic

Closing date for applications is Friday 28th October at 9am.

PLEASE NOTE THAT QUEENWOOD ONLY ACCEPTS ELECTRONIC APPLICATIONS Applications should include:       

Your WWCC number as per new regulations as at 15th June 2013 Application for Employment - see Queenwood website Employment page: http://www.queenwood.nsw.edu.au/about-queenwood/employment/ Resume & cover letter addressing the criteria / position requirements Your email address Names and phone numbers of three confidential referees Applications that are not accompanied by the Queenwood Application for Employment form will not be considered.

Applications to be emailed to: Assistant.to.DoC@queenwood.nsw.edu.au

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