Music Teacher

Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons for learners across Early Years and Primary levels.
• Teach basic musical concepts including rhythm, melody, pitch, tempo, dynamics, musical notation and appreciation.
• Develop learners’ vocal and instrumental skills through practical activities.
• Organise choir, music groups and other musical activities within the school.
• Prepare learners for school events, assemblies, concerts, graduation and other performances.
• Identify and nurture learners with exceptional musical abilities.
• Teach learners appropriate songs, including the school anthem and other school-related songs.
• Introduce learners to a variety of musical instruments and teach basic instrumental skills where applicable.
• Use creative teaching methods, games, movement and technology to make music lessons enjoyable and interactive.
• Assess learners’ progress and maintain appropriate records of their performance.
• Prepare teaching materials and resources required for effective music instruction.
• Encourage discipline, teamwork, confidence and good stage performance among learners.
• Collaborate with class teachers and school management in planning musical activities and events.
• Maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
• Participate actively in staff meetings, training, school activities and other assigned duties.
• Perform any other duties related to music education as assigned by the Head of School.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree, NCE, HND or relevant qualification in Music, Music Education or a related field.
• Previous teaching experience, preferably in a school environment.
• Strong knowledge of music theory and practical music.
• Ability to teach singing and basic musical instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret basic musical notation.
• Good classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and the ability to make lessons engaging for young learners.
• Ability to prepare learners effectively for musical performances.
• Patience, enthusiasm and a genuine interest in working with children.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and school management.

Desirable Skills:

• Ability to play one or more musical instruments such as keyboard/piano, guitar, drums or recorder.
• Experience in choir training and directing musical performances.
• Basic knowledge of music production or digital music tools.
• Ability to arrange songs and create simple musical compositions.
• Experience preparing children for concerts, competitions or school productions.

Personal Qualities

The successful candidate should be:

• Passionate about music and teaching.
• Patient and child-friendly.
• Creative and innovative.
• Responsible and punctual.
• Well-presented and professional.
• Respectful and of good character.
• Able to inspire confidence and teamwork in learners.
• Committed to the values and standards of the school.