Job Description
Summary:
Join a school as a Music Teacher - PYP/MYP and inspire young learners through music and creativity.
About the School:
A school is committed to fostering international-mindedness, empathy, and lifelong learning. It encourages students to reach their full potential through a supportive, challenging, and student-centered environment.
The Opportunity:
As a Music Teacher - PYP/MYP, you will play a key role in shaping the musical and creative development of students aged 3 to 16. You will deliver engaging, concept-driven lessons that align with the IB framework and promote critical thinking, expression, and a love of music. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and internationally minded school community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver inquiry-based music lessons aligned with the IB PYP and MYP frameworks.
- Foster a creative, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment that encourages performance, composition, and musical literacy.
- Promote student-centered learning and support the development of technical and artistic skills.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the school to integrate music with other disciplines and enrich the school community.
- Design and implement engaging learning experiences that encourage reflection, creativity, and cultural expression.
- Support students in developing a deep conceptual understanding of music and its role in personal and global contexts.
- Use technology effectively to enhance music creation, collaboration, and performance.
- Contribute to the school’s creative and cultural life through performances, events, and enrichment activities.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified teacher status or internationally recognised equivalent.
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in music or education.
- At least three years of experience teaching music to students aged 3-16.
- Experience teaching within IB PYP and/or MYP frameworks or other international curricula.
- Strong commitment to inquiry-based, concept-driven learning and student-centred education.
Preferred
- Experience with teaching in an international or multicultural environment.
- Additional teaching specialisms or expertise in other subject areas.
- Experience in integrating technology into music instruction.
- Experience in curriculum development and leadership in music education.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Beautiful, award-winning campus in a natural and inspiring setting.
- Supportive, collegial international staff team and opportunities for professional growth.