Music Teacher

                                                              Music Teacher

Reports to: Director of Music

Wellington College is committed to providing world-class educational opportunities in the city of Tianjin. We seek to recruit and develop staff members who are fully engaged with the stated vision of the school – [to] “aspire to create a caring, international community that develops well-rounded individuals with strong values and the skills to thrive within an ever-changing global society” and who are guided in their professional and personal conduct by the core Wellington values – courage, respect, integrity, kindness and responsibility. In this way, the post holder should regard the following outline of the job description not as a checklist of things to achieve, but as a starting point for their growth in the role.

THE ROLE

The successful candidate will play a key role in the development of music at Wellington College in Tianjin, working in close collaboration with the music team and under the guidance of the Director of Music.

The music teacher has responsibility for:

▪ the planning and teaching of the subject to pupils in Years 3-8;

▪ ensuring that an inspiring learning environment is provided for the teaching of music;

▪ coaching choirs, ensembles and individuals in music;

▪ the Junior School Christmas concert and summer gala;

▪ supporting the Director of Music in whole-school productions and concerts

Knowledge, Experience and Profile 

Required Qualifications / Skills:

▪ A relevant degree in education or Music / performing arts and professional teaching qualification is essential

▪ A passion for music and the ability to share this with as wide a range of students as possible

▪ Excellent subject knowledge and an interest in current developments in music

▪ Fluency in written and spoken English to enable effective communication with students and in working relationships

▪ The desire to put the wellbeing each student at the heart of what they do and can demonstrate how they will support the development of the Wellington values.

▪ Excellent inter-personal skills

▪ Honesty, integrity, compassion, flexibility and a good sense of humour

▪ Strong organizational, self-management and problem-solving skills

Desirable Qualifications / Skills:

▪ Experience teaching music to young people from the age of 8 years

▪ Experience in directing/producing concerts and involvement in school productions

▪ Be a confident pianist and accompanist;

▪ Experience teaching and mentoring EAL students

▪ Experience using ICT to enrich students learning

“Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.”

ITFCP Statement of Commitment

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure. Wellington College International Tianjin is committed to equality and diversity. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.