Music Therapist

Selection Criteria

 1.  Demonstrated understanding of the implication of significant physical and multiple disabilities on student learning. This includes an awareness of teaching methods, communication systems and devices and technology which will maximise students' opportunity to be effective learners.

2.    Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver music therapy programs to support student learning in a specialist setting.

3.    Demonstrated high level communication skills and the ability to work as an effective member of large and complex teams.

4.    Evidence of a commitment to and participation in professional development activities and programs that enhance effective teaching and learning.

Role

Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy.  Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3.  Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. …