About Xavier College:
Xavier College is a leading Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition that aspires to form exceptional graduates through inspiring learning experiences and our distinct Jesuit character. This is an opportunity for outstanding candidates to join an aspirational and rigorous culture of learning and educational excellence.
About the Role:
The Oboe Teacher should be a highly capable musician who will play an important role in teaching music and developing the woodwind program across the College. As well, the Oboe Teacher should have excellent motivational skills evident in their teaching style and show commitment to inspiring appreciation and developing musical skills in students. This is a casual position and will work across both Junior School (Burke Hall) and Senior School.
Start date: Term 1, 2026
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teaching individual Oboe students ranging in age from 10 to 18 years old and from beginner to VCE level.
- Teaching the Year 5 Instrumental Curriculum Program (Thursday mornings).
- Liaising with the Head of Woodwind and other ensemble directors to support Oboe players in the ensembles.
- Preparing students for concerts, soirees and exams.
- Directing, conducting and assisting with other ensembles as required, including running Oboe/Woodwind sectionals.
- Tutor Chamber Groups (e.g. Oboe Ensemble).
- Attending meetings and training as required.
- Assisting with concerts as required.
- Assisting with basic maintenance of woodwind instruments.
- Writing semester reports.
- Liaising with the Coordinator of JS Music and the Head of Music on necessary matters
Job Description:
Visiting Instrumental Staff - Oboe Teacher
https://xavier.elmotalent.com.au/careers/open/job/view/57
Selection Criteria:
- Experience in teaching a wide range of students and the ability to use a variety of different pedagogical approaches.
- Ability to build a good rapport and relationships with students, parents, and other staff.
- Experience in working within a school environment (preferred but not essential).
- Experience in group teaching as part of an instrumental curriculum program (preferred but not essential)
- Availability on a Thursday morning for the Year 5 Instrumental Curriculum Program.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Established conducting skills and ability to run rehearsals with large ensembles at all levels (preferred but not essential).
- Demonstrated understanding of how to retain and build oboe numbers within the overall music program.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, adherence to and leadership for child safety, the Child Safe
- Standards and an exceptional culture of child safety.
- Well-developed people skills coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially for the benefit of staff, students and parents.
- VIT Registration is desirable (but not essential).
The deadline for applications close on Monday 18 November 2025, 9:00am. Please address your cover letter and resume to James De Rozario, Head of Music
Should you have any enquiries about this opportunity, please contact a member of The People and Culture team – people.culture@xavier.vic.edu.au
Xavier College is committed to ensuring the protection and wellbeing of every child in our care.
