<p>Catherine McAuley College Bendigo is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled <strong>Instrumental Music Tutor</strong> specialising in <strong>Guitar</strong> to join our vibrant and growing Music program.</p> <p>We welcome applications from experienced tutors and graduate teachers who are passionate about developing students’ confidence, skills, and love of music.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will:</p> <ul> <li>Provide high-quality one-on-one and small‑group tuition in <strong>Guitar</strong></li> <li>Support performance opportunities including concerts, ensembles, liturgical celebrations, and College events</li> <li>Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive Music team</li> <li>Work with students across a range of year levels and learning needs</li> <li>Assist with ensemble direction where appropriate (desirable but not essential)</li> </ul> <p>Instrumental music teaching hours are generally determined by student demand; however, for Term 3, this position will require availability for two days per week.</p> <p>Lessons and ensembles are currently scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays. While some flexibility may be possible for the successful applicant, availability on these days is strongly preferred to support studio access and coordination with other staff.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p> <p>We’re seeking candidates who:</p> <ul> <li>Are passionate music educators with strong pedagogical skills</li> <li>Demonstrate excellent communication and rapport with young people</li> <li>Are committed to supporting a vibrant, inclusive music culture</li> <li>Possess strong organisational skills and reliability</li> <li>Are willing to engage in the broader life of the College community</li> <li>Hold (or can obtain) a current <strong>Working With Children Check (Employee)</strong></li> </ul> <p>A teaching qualification or VIT registration is welcomed but <strong>not required</strong> for tutor roles.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li>Supportive and collegial Learning &amp; Teaching Team&nbsp;</li> <li>Well – resourced Music program with strong community engagement&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to contribute to performance, enrichment, and co – curricular activities&nbsp;</li> <li>A values – based Catholic educational environment</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About Catherine McAuley College Bendigo</strong></p> <p>Catherine McAuley College Bendigo is a co-educational Years 7–12 Catholic secondary school and a member of the vibrant network of Mercy Education Limited schools across Australia. Staff at the College benefit from a professional environment cultivated over 150 years of the College’s heritage.</p> <p>The Mercy values of compassion, courage, respect, justice, service and hospitality guide our way, and are reflected in our touchstone statement: <i>‘inspiring members of our community to be learners impelled to thrive and serve’.</i></p> <p>The College is situated across two campuses: St Mary’s Campus, Barkly Street Bendigo (Years 10–12) and Coolock Campus, McIvor Hwy, Junortoun (Years 7–9).&nbsp; The current enrolment is approximately 1500 students with a significant growth forecast and plans well underway for further exciting future developments.</p> <p>The College is a reGEN school committed to promoting and adopting an integrated curriculum approach to sustainable living including respecting, conserving, and renewing our global environment.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are dedicated to developing students who are critical and creative thinkers, with the skills to be self-motivated in the pursuit of knowledge. Our students are empowered to see themselves as positive agents of change, who are called to participate actively and ethically in society as young men and women of Mercy.</p> <p>To explore what happens in our learning areas across both campuses, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cmc.vic.edu.au/vt-coolock/" rel="nofollow">website</a>, take a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cmc.vic.edu.au/vt-coolock/" rel="nofollow">virtual tour</a> or look through&nbsp;<a href="https://openhouse.cmc.vic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">Open House</a> which also includes further 3D tours.</p>