IB Music Teacher

Job Title: IB Music Teacher

Job Purpose: Provide excellent music lessons and learning opportunities for all students so that every child has the opportunity to reach their potential in music.  

Reporting to: Head of MYP and PYP

Other key relationships: Other teachers in the Primary School and Upper School, parents and students.

Length of Contract: Two Years

Salary: Competitive, to be agreed.

Purpose of Job:

Provide excellent music lessons and learning opportunities for all students so that every child has the opportunity to reach their potential in music. The Music Teacher will be responsible for teaching music education to students in Grades 1 - 9 and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction. Enable students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences which include singing, moving to music, playing of instruments and listening and performs other duties directly related to this job description.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

· Plan and deliver excellent, engaging, challenging lessons based on the agreed JTIS International Curriculum.

· Use excellent music knowledge and pedagogy to support student learning.

· Teach a wide repertoire of music, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.

· Provides opportunities for music ensembles including instrumental groups, rock band, choir & musicals during the school day and in After School Clubs.

· Plan, rehearse, and direct students in musical programs (e.g. Winter Festival Concert and Talent Show, Summer Concert) for school and community.

· Differentiate music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and Grades.

· Develop and refine music curriculum based on PYP/MYP standards of creating, performing, and responding.

· Evaluate each student’s musical growth and contribution to the performance of the group that allows everyone to contribute.

· Use supportive, positive classroom management strategies to ensure excellent behaviour by students that allows learning to flourish.

· Use formative assessment to design and structure lessons that help students reach their potential.

· Implement inquiry-based and engaging instructional music lessons that encourage student curiosity and continued improvement.

· Providing timely feedback to students so that they understand how to improve in their studies in music.

· Use the school’s record keeping system to track attendance, assessment and progress.

· Maintain a safe, organized classroom, which supports student’s independent and collaborative learning in music.

· Supervise children during breaks and lunchtimes, ensuring safe and orderly transitions.

· Maintain legible, accurate, comprehensive, records of formative and summative assessment results.

· Compile competently written reports on student performance for internal and external use as outlined in our Assessment Timetable.

· Participate in parent/teacher meetings to discuss student progress and learning goals in music.

· Communicate and consult with parents of students on any issues of pastoral care.

· Liaise with the MYP or PYP Co-ordinator before responding to parents about sensitive areas.

· Engender enthusiasm and loyalty within the whole school House system.

· Encourage, support and maintain high standards of behaviour and dress of students in the classroom and in all school locations and activities in accordance with school policies.

· Follow JTIS policies with regard to the Safeguarding and Health and Safety of students both on and off the school premises.

· Be prepared to support all school events including duties before and after school; parent/teacher meetings; staff development meetings; residential trips; after school clubs and school celebrations.

Collegiality

· Attend meetings designed to share information necessary for the smooth running of the school and the successful delivery of its programmes including Staff Development meetings, PYP or MYP Collaboration Meetings and any other meetings requested by the Principal.

· Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of the School’s strategic plan.

· Set a good example in all professional matters ensuring that all teachers and students observe matters such as dress code, punctuality and mutual support.

· Supervise students during non-period time as determined by the duty rota, as requested by the SLT.

· Behave at all times in a manner befitting a role model for the students of the school and in a manner that brings only respect to colleagues and the reputation of JTIS.

· Represent the School at official functions as and when requested by the Principal.

Communication

· Work together and share information with co-teachers and Specialist Teachers on pastoral and behaviour issues to support students and families.

· Contribute to Grade, Primary and Whole School meetings effectively with relevant agenda items and supporting developments.

· Follow the Home School Communication Policy to ensure effective sharing of information with parents about school events; pastoral care and student academic progress.

· Ensure effective communication with Teaching and Admin colleagues so that all school policies are followed.

· Ensure  effective communication with the SLT about parent enquiries or concerns.

· Communicate  subject  specific  information  (where  appropriate)  across  the  school  e.g.  calendared events.

· Maintain confidentiality of information within the PYP and MYP teams and SLT.

Person Specification:

· Bachelor’s degree in Music, primary/secondary education or related field, advanced degree preferred.

· Internationally recognised Teaching Certificate such as U.S Teaching Certification, U.K. P.G.C.E, Qualified Teacher Status.

· Minimum 3 years experience teaching.

· Knowledge and understanding of different Music Curricula.

· Experience of exemplary classroom practice within the phase(s) to which they are appointed.

· Understanding of International Schools and teaching in China.

· A strong commitment to extra-curricular activities.

· Excellent inter-personal skills.

· Strong communication, administrative, organisational and IT skills.

· A willingness to engage in School life beyond the regular day.

· A flexible, adaptable approach to living overseas and teaching in a new environment.

If you are interested, please send your CV and teaching certificates to fujiqin@ambrightgroup.com