Secondary Music Teacher

Major Responsibilities:

1. Planning, Teaching, Assessment and Reporting

1.1 Develop and implement lesson plans at a professional level.

1.2 Plan and use variety of teaching strategies to support the engagement of all learners in class

1.3 Be aware of the Music learning needs and provides learning opportunities for diverse learners

1.4 Respect the values, gender and cultural differences of students and creates a classroom culture that develops student intellectual capacity, emotional and personal development

1.5 Develop teacher grade books, including assignments and correct students’ homework in an organized, professional manner and make sure accurate records of each student are kept

1.6 Develop school mid/end-term exams following school curriculum and policies 

1.7 Conduct tests or exams, marking and reporting in a timely and professional manner

1.8 Assess and address attention to students’ individualized needs; keep regular updates eg. Progress records/progress reports for students during the term; complete report cards when necessary.

1.9 Develop special activities or programs to meet individualized/differentiated student needs.

1.10 Organize and prepare learning materials or teaching aids at a professional level

2. Others

2.1 Supervise students when they are involved in school activities within and outside the school premises

2.2 Perform invigilation duties at a professional level

2.3 Perform classroom, hallway or playground supervision duties in a timely and professional manner

2.4 Participate in school committees and activities

2.5 Participate in school extracurricular activities and out-reach programs

2.6 Manage, coordinate and develop class programs based on the school curriculum.

2.7 Attend and be involved in school character development programs and assemblies

2.8 Participate in school professional development programs

2.9 Develop and prepare teaching/learning resources

2.10 Compile, supplement and assist in ordering resources when necessary.

2.11 Be familiar with the school curriculum and educational philosophy

2.12 Keep abreast of current Educational theories and practice

2.13 File up-to-date copies of required lesson plans, attendance and grade records with administration on a regular basis

2.14 Ensure the equipment used is maintained in safe working order and report to administration when necessary

2.15 Other duties as assigned.