Junior School Classroom Music Teacher

• Fixed term, part-time position, for Term 4, 2026
• Collaborative and innovative working environment
• Join a school where students can thrive academically and artistically

The role
Leading independent girls’ school, Camberwell Girls Grammar School, presents an opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Music Teacher to join our Junior School team on a fixed term, part-time (approx. 11.61 hours, including 6.5 hours of face-to-face teaching) basis for Term 4, 2026.  The Junior School Music teacher will be teaching in a rich Kodály-focused program within the classroom music curriculum.

Teaching days will be Monday, Thursday and Friday teaching ELC through to Year 3.

You will make an impact by:

• Fostering a love for music and the performing arts among students, encouraging their creativity and self-expression.
• Delivering comprehensive Kodály-based music lessons that address individual differences and are thoroughly prepared and designed to engage and challenge students.
• Assisting with the organisation and coordination of students for performance events, in consultation with the Directors of Music.

CGGS teachers have an excellent understanding of effective pedagogical practices and contemporary learning design with strong interpersonal and communication skills.  A passion for girls' education is essential for your success. 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Music and Education
• Completed Primary Level One and Level Two Kodály preferred
• Qualifications to teach in a Junior School setting
• Previous experience working within a Music team environment with a focus on innovative practice and success
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, work independently and as a member of a team
• Current registration with Victorian Institute of Teaching
• Current Working with Children Check

Why join Camberwell Girls Grammar School?

Camberwell Girls Grammar School is an independent Anglican day school for girls from ELC to Year 12.  We offer opportunities for every student to be the creator of high-quality work, in an environment focused firmly on the future. Through academic excellence, we pride ourselves on being innovative educational leaders, as well as providing the following benefits to all staff:

• Staff wellbeing focus
• Salaries and packages at above Award-level
• Active Professional Learning & Development programs
• Paid Discretionary Leave
• Additional paid Personal/Carers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program available for all staff and their immediate household members

Further information & how to apply
For more information, see the full position description and apply via the 'Apply Now' button.  Please note, applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Please submit a brief cover letter and resume outlining your suitability to this role.

For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact our Human Resources team on 03 9813 1166.

Applications close: 12 July 2026

Camberwell Girls Grammar School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Our commitment to Child Safety
At CGGS we are committed to child safety, as such all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check and hold a valid employee Working with Children Clearance or VIT Registration.

The CGGS community is one that is welcoming, caring, inclusive and connected. We recognise the value and importance of diversity and are dedicated to creating and maintaining an inclusive culture that supports and celebrates diversity.