Teacher of Music

Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong (SHK)

Hong Kong

1天前

source : tes

Key Responsibilities

The Teacher of Music will :

Report to the Head of Music who will be his / her Line Manager and who will conduct his / her Performance Management

Plan, develop, implement and review excellent schemes of work relating to the School Music curriculum

Support musical performances in formal School events, liaising with Heads of Year and members of SLT as necessary

Support School choirs and ensembles in rehearsal and performance, developing individual and group musicianship, and providing education about the historical and cultural context of the music being rehearsed and performed

Select music in a variety of appropriate styles in line with the philosophy and objectives of the school

Promote and develop membership of the ensemble groups within the School community

Help to develop and promote performance opportunities for School choral and instrumental groups and individuals

Tasks :

The Teacher of Music will :

Hold a full teaching timetable equivalent to that of a class teacher

Be familiar with the pedagogy of the active learning Early Years programme and the inclusion of music within that provision

Support students in their preparation for recitals, competitions, auditions and examinations

Assist Visiting Instrumental Teachers in the preparation of pupils for ABRSM examinations

Represent the views of the Music department at school meetings and other meetings as required

Be directly involved with the Performance Management of assigned Visiting Instrumental Teachers (in line with the experience and specific instrumental skills of the School Music Specialist) and in accordance with the department’s Performance Management policy

Liaise as frequently as possible with Visiting Instrumental Teachers and help to keep track of School pupil development in this area

Edit and proof read School Instrumental Music Reports

Work to maintain a professional, healthy and conflict-free atmosphere within the department / school

Professional Expectation :

The Teacher of Music will :

Be an accomplished musician in his or her own right, and will possess impressive vocal and / or instrumental skills (good ability on the keyboard would be a distinct advantage)

Be passionate about the development of young people and fostering a love of music in all members of the school community

Be able to nurture and stretch the most able whilst also making music accessible and enjoyable for all

Have a full understanding of the music objectives and expectations within the English National Curriculum and the ability to interpret them creatively

Be an exemplar teacher in respect of planning, preparation of the learning environment, lesson delivery (including EAL strategies and differentiation), assessment, marking and reporting

Have excellent communication skills with all constituencies within the school

Enjoy working as part of a large, talented and experienced team of musicians

Manage his / her own time effectively - particularly in relation to balancing the demands made by teaching, subject management and involvement in school development

Child Safeguarding :

Shrewsbury International School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to :

Attend regular in-house child protection and safeguarding programmes and sign a Code of Conduct

Play a leading role in promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all students in the school

Report to the Designated or Deputy Safeguarding Lead any concerns they have for the welfare of a student

Report to the Designated or Deputy Safeguarding Lead any unsafe practices witnessed within the school as outlined in The School’s Speak Out Policy

Keep professional relationships with students where personal boundaries are respected and maintained

Requirements :

International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) prior to the start of contract

Formal proof of identity with photo ID (Original Driving License / Passport)

3 signed, confidential references (one of which will be from the candidate’s current headteacher) before the start of contract

Verification of original qualifications

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