Music Teacher

Description:

• Ensure the effective teaching of Music to enable students to develop their skills and knowledge, act as a professional role model to students and parents of students and contribute to the development of Melodica.

• Plan and prepare lessons (lesson plans) about individual students’ needs and examination syllabus.

• Teach music theory, aural skills, sight reading, and practical techniques to students. Communicate musical concepts and instructions.

• Build powerful, positive, and trust-based relationships with students and parents of students from all backgrounds.

• Continuously assess students’ abilities and provide feedback on progress to students and parents of students. Be available to discuss concerns and achievements.

• Actively participate in all school events including meetings, parent’s evenings, information days, concerts, recitals, workshops, school productions, school promotional events, competitions, mock examinations, etc.

• Actively participate in all internal school events including teachers' band, teacher’s orchestra, teacher’s symphony, teacher’s ensemble, teacher’s performance demonstrations, teacher concerts, or any other musical event.

Responsibilities

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in music or music education

• Minimum two (2) years experience in a similar teaching role

• Violin and vocal teachers must be able to teach Piano at grade three (3) and above

• Can speak English language ability both spoken and written

• Teachers who can also teach piano or another musical instrument, at a beginner level, will be given preference

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a diverse community

• Ability to work during working hours as well as additional hours for planning meetings, professional development, scheduled concerts, or examinations

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

• Intermediate I.T. skills including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint

Benefits

• Competitive tax free salary – basic + commission (based on individual performance)

• Performance Bonus

• Limited Contract with Dubai residence visa

• Annual leave during the summer

• Unpaid leave during the winter (at the discretion of Management)

• Local medical insurance