St Stithians College is a proudly South African school, embracing diversity and offering a distinctive educational experience. Founded as a Methodist Church School, our Christian spirituality is central to our identity. Our College consists of primary and secondary boys’ and girls’ schools, together with a co-educational junior primary school. We are an independent, non-profit institution located on an expansive green campus in Sandton, Johannesburg. In addition, St Stithians incorporates Kamoka Bush School near Modimolle, and the Thandulwazi Maths & Science Academy on our Campus. As a College, we are intent on Inspiring Excellence and Making a World of Difference.
GIRLS’ PREPARATORY
Our primary intention is to educate and empower girls, raising them in ways that are responsive to the challenges unique to women. We aim to be the leaders in girls’ education, with the focus on nurturing individual skills and dispositions, equipping girls to engage confidently and with a sense of purpose. Our girls work within a values-based framework in order to make decisions with good intent. The South African context is diverse and dynamic. We raise girls to embrace their heritage and collaborate locally to make a significant contribution nationally and internationally.
HOD: Music
The Girls’ Preparatory School invites applications for the above-mentioned full-time leadership position which will be available from 1 January 2025. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills, disposition, and competencies to take on this exciting and creative position.
The requirements for this position are:
- Relevant music qualification from a recognised institution
- Previous experience in an IEB school is preferred
- Additional qualification in education is preferred
- Proficient in playing a musical instrument
- Experience in class music teaching from Grade 3-7
- Experience in organising and leading musical events, performances and festivals
- Ability to lead the choir / and or orchestra
- Attend all music department executive and campus related meetings
- Management of part-time music staff, with strong administrative skills (operational and organisational)
- A fundamentally future-oriented approach to teaching and learning, adopting latest pedagogies and technologies in sound production (familiarity with Apple-based technologies and apps would be advantageous)
- The ability to differentiate, innovate and moderate curriculum to complement our innovative and inclusive approach to education
Other qualities of the successful candidate include:
- The ability to work independently and in collaboration with a variety of teams
- Excellent analytical, communication, intrapersonal and administrative skills
- A willingness to research and share latest trends in music and class music programmes
- Proof of registration with SACE and a sexual offender’s clearance certificate
- An awareness of the nature of the school and willingness to commit to its all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
- A willingness to work within the Methodist Church based ethos of the College
To apply please click on the following link before the closing date of 11 October 2024 https://stithianjobs.mcidirecthire.com/
Applications received via email will not be considered. Applications must be done via the link above only
St Stithians College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes appointments within the context of its transformation imperatives
The College reserves the right not to proceed with this post. Applications are invited from South African citizens. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applications automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
St Stithians College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer