<p>This year 11 and 12 setting requires an educator with strong expertise in senior secondary music who also possesses the skills to conduct and coordinate the band. This is a unique opportunity to join an innovative college learning community and collaborate with a talented music team.</p> <p><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Competitive pay:</strong> Enjoy some of the best teacher salaries and conditions in Australia, with experienced teachers earning between $108,619 and $129,106.</li> <li><strong>Generous superannuation:</strong> 12.5%.</li> <li><strong>Relocation support:</strong> Up to $12K reimbursement for interstate teachers, plus extra for dependents.</li> <li><strong>Salary packaging:</strong> Options with full fringe benefits tax concessions.</li> <li><strong>Supportive environment:</strong> Ongoing learning and development opportunities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the ACT Education Directorate:</strong></p> <p>We deliver high-quality public education for children and young people across the ACT. Our mission is to provide excellent, fair and equitable learning opportunities where every student feels safe, valued and supported to thrive.</p> <p>ACT public schools educate more than 50,000 students across 93 schools including early childhood schools, preschools, primary schools, high schools, colleges and specialist school settings.</p> <p><strong>About our colleges:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>ACT colleges use the <a href="https://www.bsss.act.edu.au/act_senior_secondary_system/curriculum" rel="nofollow">Board of Secondary Studies (BSSS) Curriculum</a> and operate on a continuous school-based assessment model. This means there are no external examinations apart from the ACT Scaling Test (AST) in Year 12. Instead, students are assessed on their learning throughout the 2 years focusing on different themes or skills.</p> <p>For more information on our 9 colleges across Canberra visit <a href="https://www.act.gov.au/education-and-training/find-a-school-and-enrol/list-of-act-public-schools" rel="nofollow">our website</a>.</p> <p><strong>About the role:</strong></p> <p>As a music teacher in an ACT college, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Bring senior secondary Music teaching experience, including the ability to teach composition and work with large mixed-level classes.&nbsp;</li> <li>Deliver engaging, differentiated teaching programs aligned with the ACT Senior Secondary Music curriculum for Years 11–12.&nbsp;</li> <li>Teach and model practical musicianship skills, including piano and voice, and conduct student ensembles/bands for performances and productions.&nbsp;</li> <li>Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of student abilities and support inclusive learning environments where all students feel valued.&nbsp;</li> <li>Collaborate effectively within the Arts faculty and contribute to extracurricular activities, network events, and whole‑school initiatives.&nbsp;</li> <li>Apply strong classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage and motivate senior secondary students.&nbsp;</li> <li>Engage in ongoing professional learning and use assessment and feedback to support improved student progress and achievement.</li> <li>Build positive, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, families, and the wider school community.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we’re looking for:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Secondary subject expertise</strong>: Strong curriculum knowledge and a demonstrated approach to enhancing student outcomes.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Qualifications and experience:&nbsp;</strong>A recognised tertiary teaching qualification and experience working with senior secondary students.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Passion for teaching:&nbsp;</strong>A genuine desire to see students thrive and succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Eligibility requirements:</strong></p> <p>To apply, you must have:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A recognised 4-year full-time tertiary teaching qualification.&nbsp;</li> <li>ACT Teacher Quality Institute Teacher Registration (or eligibility to apply).&nbsp;</li> <li>Valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration (or eligibility to apply).&nbsp;</li> <li>Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to apply:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Apply via our <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230168391208858" rel="nofollow">job portal</a> with:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Your resume/CV detailing your experience with senior secondary students, and your teaching qualifications.</li> <li>A statement (maximum 3 pages) showing how your experience fits with the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aitsl.edu.au/standards" rel="nofollow">7 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership’s (AITSL) teacher standards</a>.&nbsp;</li> <li>Your academic transcripts (preferably certified).</li> <li>Evidence of your current teacher registration.</li> <li>Contact details for two teaching referees.</li> </ul> <p><i><strong>For more information on&nbsp;</strong></i><a href="https://www.act.gov.au/work-with-act-government/careers-in-education/applying-for-an-act-public-school-teaching-role" rel="nofollow"><i><strong>applying for an ACT public school teaching role</strong></i></a><i><strong>, visit the website.</strong></i></p> <p><i>The ACT Education Directorate is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. Visit the website to find out more about rewarding careers when you&nbsp;</i><a href="https://www.act.gov.au/work-with-act-government/careers-in-education/teach-in-canberra" rel="nofollow"><i>teach in Canberra</i></a><i>.</i></p> <p><i>All offers of employment are made under the&nbsp;Public Sector Management Act 1994&nbsp;and are made on the basis that you satisfy all relevant pre-employment checks. All new ACTPS employees must complete pre-employment checks before starting employment and hold Mandatory Registration to Teach in the ACT (Active TQI and Working with Vulnerable People Registration).&nbsp;</i></p>