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PIANO ACCOMPANIST/PERFORMANCE COACH Position Description The Piano Accompanist/Performance Coach is responsible for creating an engaging, productive and disciplined learning environment in which every student is equipped and encouraged to participate actively 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 full-time, permanent appointment, ideally commencing Term 2 2017.

Reporting Relationships The Piano Accompanist/Performance Coach will report ultimately to the Principal and directly to the Head of Music.

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Accompany ensembles (including choirs) for rehearsals and performances Accompany and mentor students for recitals and performances in HSC/IB examinations, K-12 instrumental studio concerts and classroom performance practice Provide opportunities for students to extend their musical experiences and facilitate their growth as soloists and chamber musicians by assisting with repertoire selection, tuition and mentoring Direct and manage the schedule of piano accompaniment for assemblies and other special events and services Mentor advanced instrumentalists and vocalists, in particular scholarship holders, in rehearsal and performance techniques and practices Lead a team of piano tutors in the development, delivery and promotion of the cocurricular piano program as part of a collaborative K-12 music department Deliver private piano 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) Assist the Head of Music in the management and maintenance of piano resources 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

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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

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

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An understanding of the crucial role that music plays in the development of children 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 Monday, 6th March 2017 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

February 2017