St Michael's College - Merrimac

Celebrating Our BCE Excellence Awards Finalists 2026 💫

We are incredibly proud to congratulate Marissa Biermann, Wayne Forrest, and Alysha Daley on being named finalists in the 2026 Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence Awards.

This is a significant achievement, with the awards recognising outstanding contributions from across 116 schools and the Brisbane Catholic Education Office, and a total of 633 nominations received this year.

🎗️Marissa Biermann – Excellence in Safety and Wellbeing Award finalist
🎗️Wayne Forrest – Excellence in Learning and Teaching (Secondary) and Excellence in Family Engagement finalist
🎗️Alysha Daley – Excellence in Learning and Teaching (Secondary) finalist

These nominations recognise the outstanding dedication, innovation, and care they bring to our St Michael’s community each day. Their work reflects the very best of BCE values — creating environments where belonging, growth, and excellence flourish.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. We are so proud to celebrate this achievement with you! 👏

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It was great to get out and visit Jaz & Eva at work this week!
Both students are in the START Program completing their Senior Schooling alongside a Cert III in Early Childhood Education & Care.
Congratulations to Jaz & Eva on glowing reports from their employers, keep up the awesome work 🙌

Congratulations to Noah for commencing his school-based Locksmith Apprenticeship with market leaders SPL 🔑
We are very proud of Noah for his proactive approach in sourcing a work experience placement and then his follow through and outstanding work ethic that gained him his apprenticeship.
Thanks to Nicky and the team at SPL for their ongoing support of Noah, it is greatly appreciated.

Spotted: St Michael’s students taking study goals to the next level at Robina Library 📚 While out visiting students the Gold Coast Trades College Graduation, Deputy Principal, Daniel just happened to spot this dedicated crew hard at work preparing for their Year 10 exams. Talk about commitment! 👏

Wishing them (and all our Year 10s) the very best — your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed❤️ Brisbane Catholic Education

Celebrating Our BCE Excellence Awards Finalists 2026 💫

We are incredibly proud to congratulate Marissa Biermann, Wayne Forrest, and Alysha Daley on being named finalists in the 2026 Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence Awards.

This is a significant achievement, with the awards recognising outstanding contributions from across 116 schools and the Brisbane Catholic Education Office, and a total of 633 nominations received this year.

🎗️Marissa Biermann – Excellence in Safety and Wellbeing Award finalist
🎗️Wayne Forrest – Excellence in Learning and Teaching (Secondary) and Excellence in Family Engagement finalist
🎗️Alysha Daley – Excellence in Learning and Teaching (Secondary) finalist

These nominations recognise the outstanding dedication, innovation, and care they bring to our St Michael’s community each day. Their work reflects the very best of BCE values — creating environments where belonging, growth, and excellence flourish.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. We are so proud to celebrate this achievement with you! 👏

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Congratulations to Ty, Tyson, Byron, Michael and Dakota and all the other students on graduating from Gold Coast Trades College - RTO 31175! 🎓👷‍♀️👷‍♂️🎉 A fantastic achievement and a testament to your hard work and dedication — we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next

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Strings Teacher (Instrumental Music Tutor)
Independent Business Owners

St. Michael’s College is seeking a passionate and skilled Strings Teacher to deliver one-on-one or small groups instrumental music lessons to students on-site at the College. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant and growing Creative Arts program within a supportive secondary school environment.

About the Role
We are looking for expressions of interest, for experienced teachers who can:
• Deliver individual and small group tuition in string instruments (e.g. violin, viola, cello, double bass).
• Provide engaging, student-centred lessons tailored to varying ability levels (beginner to advanced).
• Support students’ musical development, performance preparation, and practice habits.
• Where possible, contribute to ensembles, performances, or broader music initiatives within the College.

Employment Arrangement
• Teachers will operate under a BCE Deed of Agreement – use of school facilities with the College (Please note – the college charges a hire fee for the daily room hire)
• This is an independent service provider position.
• The successful applicant will independently manage lesson scheduling, invoicing, and fee collection, with support from the Head of Creative Arts.
• One day per week with the potential for growth.

Selection Criteria
Essential:
• Demonstrated proficiency on at least one string instrument with relevant examinations and qualifications training.
• Experience teaching instrumental music to school-aged students.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and manage a private teaching schedule within a school setting.
• Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and meet BCE compliancy documentation and training requirements.

Desirable:
• Formal qualifications in music performance, music education, or a related field.
• Experience delivering or contributing to an instrumental music program within a school.
• Experience preparing students for performances, examinations, or ensemble participation.
• Ability to teach multiple string instruments.

How to Apply
Please submit your expression of interest, including:
• A brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability.
• A current CV, including relevant teaching and performance experience and references.
• Copies of relevant qualifications and Blue Card details.

Expression of interest including Resume and References can be emailed to Amy Hyde - Head of Creative Arts: [email protected] or call (07) 5525 4000