Head of Music

Head of Music

SJI International seeks to employ a outstanding Head of Music. The Head of Music will work to ensure high quality music learning outcomes for children by providing teaching and learning best practices within the framework of the school’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Culture, and the International Primary Curriculum.
 

Key responsibilities include:
  *Overseeing and supervising the growth and development of the Music Department ensuring a balanced experience for pupils in all aspects of the music activities available
  *Organising and planning the music timetable to include elite opportunities, co-curricular and practice sessions and clubs
  *Writing and amending Department policy documents
  *Undertaking reviews of the Department’s performance
  *Undertaking reviews of the department members and guiding their professional development
  *Line managing music peripatetic staff and overseeing the provision of peripatetic music lessons
  *Proposing events and dates on the school calendar
  *Organising and overseeing all musical events
  *Working closely with the Head of Performing Arts to ensure a high quality musical theatre production
  *Liaise with the School Administration to provide music for whole school assemblies and services.
  [Please see Job Description for further details]
 

Please visit our website http://www.sji-international.com.sg/about_us/employment for more details.

Application Process

All applications for this position must be submitted through Schrole (ALPi for Search Associates Candidates) The link to our Schrole and ALPi pages can be found on our Employment Page.

Candidates will be required to submit a letter of application (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae. You will also need to include the names and contact details of at least three referees (professional referees who have line managed you), one of which must be the Head of your current school (if this is not possible, please explain reason in your letter of application). 

The closing date for receipt of applications for this position is 22 August 2018. Interviews will take place by Skype or in Singapore shortly after this date.

For further details (including job descriptions and Conditions of Service), please visit our website.

Additional Requirements 

For all teaching posts the successful candidates will have a good first degree in their teaching specialism, a recognised teaching qualification and a proven track record as inspirational teachers.  Significant training and development opportunities are available for teachers (both in-house and through external providers) and the desire to take part in and contribute to collaborative school and personal development is essential. SJI International always seeks to employ teachers who are willing to become fully involved in the holistic life of the school. Applicants are encouraged to highlight how they would enhance our thriving extra-curricular, service and / or outdoor education programmes.