Teacher of Music - Commencing January 2027 ($91,587 - $136,997)
Employment
Full time, Contract
Subject
English as Additional Language
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
30 September 2026
Posted 27 Jul 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
49.8
26.7 teaching · 23.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
10.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
287
Indigenous students
27%
Language other than English
59%
Girls vs boys
132 girls · 155 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Catholic Education Northern Territory:
Catholic Education has a network of schools in both urban centres and remote communities. For teachers there are many opportunities in the Territory. We have 18 Catholic schools in the region - five colleges, seven primary schools, two flexible learning centres and five remote schools.
St John's Catholic College:
St John's Catholic College Darwin is a Catholic Co-Educational College, Years 7-12, in the heart of Darwin. The College offers a range of Australian Curriculum and SACE subjects (Stage 1 & 2). The College is calling for applications from suitably qualified and experienced Teachers of Music with the ability to teach other Learning Areas.
Essential Criteria:
1. A demonstrated understanding of the ethos of a Catholic school and its mission.
2. Ability to plan, prepare and deliver teaching and learning programs to meet the diverse characteristics, needs and learning styles of students; which are consistent with relevant curriculum policies, work programs and education trends.
3. Knowledge of and the ability to implement effective and inclusive teaching and learning processes, including the use of learning technology and assessment, to establish a challenging learning environment in which students are encouraged to work towards attainment of their potential.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with students, their families and the wider community through appropriate interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to establishing and maintaining a supportive learning environm…