Teaching and Learning 1. A desire to develop a life-long love and appreciation for music in primary students 2. To instruct young musicians in a classroom setting, establishing the fundamentals of music 3. To develop and maintain an engaging and practical curriculum; incorporating theory, history and practice 4. Maintain a high standard of student achievement 5. Assess student progress through practical assessments 6. Work collaboratively with the whole school aesthetics faculty 7. Complete term reports on student achievement 8. Establish and maintain a purposeful and positive learning atmosphere, with high expectations for all 9. Collaborate with Form Teacher to ensure students are supported in the Homeroom by helping support their social and emotional development Co-Curricular 1. Organise internal and external performances, competitions and similar events 2. Conduct, lead, assist and accompany a wide and varied range of music ensembles at lunchtime and after school 3. Work with and support the Primary Aesthetics Head of Department to maintain high standards of music achievement in all areas of curriculum and co-curriculum programmes
General Responsibilities 1. Accompany students on trips away from the school if required 2. Attend assemblies and similar school-wide events 3. Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school. 4. Uphold and promote all aspects of the Child Protection and Safeguarding policies. 5. To act on aspects of pupil welfare and safeguarding raising any concerns by following school protocol/procedures 6. Perform Homeroom duties when needed 7. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Primary School Principal or Director of Aesthetics
Requirements Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field 2. Valid teaching certificate 3. Fluency in English 4. 2 or more years of teaching experience 5. Experience leading vocal ensembles 6. Proficiency in piano
Preferred Experience 1. Music curriculum development 2. Vocal pedagogy experience
