Music Teacher

_**Qualifications**:_

Bachelor's or Master's degree related to Music.
- **Schedule**:_

Monday to Friday 7:20am (PYP)-4:00 pm.
- **General Summary**_

To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school's policies under the direction of the Coordinators. A Teacher of Music is an informed, reflective practitioner who uses inquiry teaching strategies to create positive learning environments which motivate and challenge all learners to become self-regulated, life-long learners and leaders.
- **Responsibilities**_

General
- Teaches skills in music understanding/appreciation, harmony, explorations in music and choral music to elementary pupils.
- Plans/executes a balanced music program and organizes class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
- Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the music curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
- Encourages students to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.
- Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.
- Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
- Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to instruments as required.
- Evaluates each pupil’s musical growth, performance, and musical understanding.
- Assesses each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group.

Additional Related Duties/Responsibilities:

- Selects appropriate music, books and instructional aids to enhance learning and requisitions musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary.
- Cooperation with Building Principal and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs.
- Communicates with parents and school staff on individual student’s progress.

Working Conditions:

- Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations.
- Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
- Ability to see for purposes of reading music, correspondence, documents and printed matter and observing students.
- Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels.
- Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation.
- **Attitudes and Skills**:_
- Knowledge of music theory
- General good knowledge of music history
- Interested in popular music plays at least one instrument
- Responsible
- Loyal
- Honest
- Energetic
- Children enthusiast
- Knowledgeable
- Communicator
- Creative
- International Minded
- Socially competent
- Collaborative Work Oriented
- Able to Self-assess
- Leadership
- Persistence
- Proactive
- Organized
- **Conditions of Employment**:_

The post holder is required to maintain confidentiality of any information in any form of communication pertaining to the school, staff, students and parents that the post holder may be privy to. To carry out their duties and behave in a manner that is befitting to a private international school and maintains the good image and reputation of Madison International School.

Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo

Sueldo: $18,000.00 - $21,000.00 al mes

Horario:

- Lunes a viernes

Prestaciones:

- Caja de ahorro
- Vales de despensa

Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial