Performing Arts Teacher

St Mary's School

Principal:  Mrs Mary Dunstan

Enquiries:  principal@smmansfield.catholic.edu.au

Applications Close: 27/11/2026

Position: Teaching

Type: Fixed Term

Hours per Week: Part-time


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Role Description/Criteria

Performing Arts Teacher (Specialist)

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Mansfield VIC 

  • Position Type: Part-Time
  • Time Fraction: 0.3 FTE (approx. 1.5 days per week / 22.8 hours per fortnight)
  • Category: Specialist Teaching (Prep to Grade 6)
  • Reports To: Principal, Mary Dunstan 

 

About the Role
St Mary's Mansfield is seeking a creative and engaging Performing Arts Teacher to guide our P-6 students through our vibrant weekly specialist program. Covering music theory, singing, instrumentation, dance, and drama, this role focuses on boosting student confidence, creativity, and self-expression. You will have access to a dedicated music room stocked with a diverse range of instruments (including keyboards, drums, and percussion).

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver a highly engaging Performing Arts program aligned with the Victorian Curriculum.
  • Classroom Management: Deliver weekly, 1-hour sessions for all year levels in a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment.
  • Collaboration: Work alongside classroom teachers and specialist staff (Visual Arts, PE, French) to support whole-school initiatives.
  • Events & Community: Foster school spirit by helping prepare students for school assemblies, celebrations, and community performances.

 

Key Selection Criteria

  1. Catholic Identity: A deep commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and mission of Catholic Education.
  2. Pedagogical Expertise: Demonstrated ability to teach music to primary school students across a wide range of learning abilities.
  3. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively within a close-knit, collaborative rural school community.
  4. Professional Qualifications: Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration. 

 

Benefits and Opportunities

  • Extensive support for evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices and structured professional learning.
  • Access to competitive MACS Enterprise Agreement benefits, including comprehensive paid parental leave schemes.
  • Dedicated school wellbeing initiatives and support for professional development.
  • Opportunities to work in a vibrant rural school environment equipped with modern community facilities.

Qualifications and Eligibility

  • Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching.
  • Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
  • Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School (or a commitment to obtain accreditation in accordance with MACS policy). 

 

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.


Application Procedure


  • Please email your application and resume to the School Principal at principal@smmansfield.catholic.edu.au
    • Role: Music Teacher / Performing Arts (Primary School)
    • FTE: 0.3 (Part-Time)
    • Start Date: 27th January 2027
    • End Date: 26th January 2028
    • Salary: In accordance with the current award
    • Potential: Fixed Term with potential for ongoing.

 


Details:

Address: 39 Malcolm Street
Mansfield

Phone: 5775 2670

Website:  https://www.smmansfield.catholic.edu.au

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