Music Teacher

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

School Values and Ethos

• actively promote the school's vision, aims and values through enthusiastic participation in all areas of school life;
• share and support the school's commitment to provide an all-round, outstanding education for all our children;
• always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge children;
• have the highest aspirations for all our children's development and achievements, both in and out of the classroom;
• offer excellent pastoral care for all children;
• respect and support Saudi culture.

Teaching and Learning

• deliver a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum;
• facilitate and encourage high quality learning which provides children with the opportunity to achieve their full potential;
• deliver well-planned, engaging and creative lessons, ensuring that the needs of all children are met;
• use technology to enhance teaching and support learning;
• differentiate appropriately, using approaches that enable every student to access all areas of the curriculum and make excellent progress;
• demonstrate excellent subject knowledge relevant to the age group;
• set students challenging developmental goals and draw upon varied strategies, resources and technologies in order to support students in achieving these goals;
• follow school procedures for assessing, recording and reporting on children's achievements and use this information effectively to influence future learning and convey progress in report writing;
• provide students with regular written and oral feedback and encourage them to reflect and respond to their feedback;
• participate fully in co-curricular and activity programmes.

Management

• follow and implement School Policies and procedures in and out of the classroom;
• provide a safe, purposeful and well-managed learning environment;
• make effective use of Learning Support Assistants to support children in class;
• value the home-school-community partnership, working closely with other members of staff to establish and manage good relationships with parents and key stakeholders.

Professional Standards

• attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school functions and other staff meetings;
• recognise the importance of being an exemplary role model to all children within the School;
• maintain high standards of professional behaviour in accordance with the school ethos, including timekeeping and personal presentation;
• take personal responsibility for evaluating and reflecting upon your teaching in order to continually develop and improve your practice;
• always maintain professional and productive relationships with colleagues;
• always promote the school in a positive manner;
• fulfil reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the Head.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring that any safeguarding concerns are reported on line with policy;
• demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and children's well-being.

Person Specification Qualifications, Skills and Experience

You should have (essential):

• a relevant Bachelor's Degree;
• a UK Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Qualified Teacher Status;
• a minimum of two years relevant teaching experience;
• excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum;
• a proven track record of effective teaching;
• a strong academic background, stature and experience that will command the respect of pupils, parents, colleagues and the wider community;
• a commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students;
• knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice.

You should have (desirable)

• an understanding of the demands of a UK independent day school environment;
• experience of curriculum development;
• experience working with children who have English as an Additional Language;
• a secure knowledge of using technology to support Education.

Personal Qualities

• is passionate about education and can inspire children to have a lifelong love of learning;
• is understanding of the needs, challenges and opportunities in the context of an international community;
• is a positive team player and has a good sense of humour;
• has the energy and charisma to create a positive learning environment in line with the School's vision;
• is a self-starter and driven to succeed;
• is an enthusiastic, hard worker who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that the curriculum is accessible to all and to challenge their students;
• is willing to listen to others and collaborate, sharing best practice to ensure excellent outcomes for all children.

Subject & Grade Level

• Subjects: Music
• Grade levels: All Levels

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor
• Teaching Experience: 2+ years
• Licenses & Certifications: Teaching Credential/License
• Visa Eligible Citizenships: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, US

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Professional Development