Music Teacher - Performance and Creativity

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Accommodation

Private medical insurance

Annual flights

End-of-service gratuity

GEMS Rewards program

Job summary

GEMS Metropole School - Motor City in Dubai is seeking a dedicated Music Teacher to foster creativity, technical ability and confidence through performance, composition and musical understanding.

You will contribute to concerts, productions and enrichment activities, guiding students of varying abilities to participate and excel in school performances within a supportive arts program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music with a recognised professional teaching qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Music education, performance and creative development.
• Experience motivating students across ability levels and activities beyond classroom teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons that support creativity and skill development.
• Teach performance, composition, listening, rhythm, melody, harmony and interpretation.
• Create practical learning experiences for individual and group performances.
• Develop student confidence in rehearsals, presentations and public performances.
• Assess achievement through performance, composition and listening tasks.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve technique and musicality.
• Prepare resources and activities to maintain high engagement.
• Encourage exploration of diverse genres and cultures.

Skills

Music teaching

Music performance

Music theory

Composition

Ensemble work

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music

Job description

Job Snapshot

Music Teacher - Performance and Creativity
Role: Music Teacher - Performance and Creativity
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Experience: Relevant Music teaching experience
Job Type: Full-time Position Overview

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Education
Function: Classroom Teaching
Salary: 10000-16000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Music Teacher will help students develop technical ability, creativity, confidence and an appreciation of music through a balance of practical performance, listening, composition and musical understanding. The role extends beyond scheduled lessons and contributes to the artistic identity of the school. Through concerts, productions, ensembles and enrichment activities, the teacher will create opportunities for students of different abilities to participate, perform and build confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music lessons that support creativity, musical understanding and progressive skill development.
• Teach appropriate elements of performance, composition, listening, rhythm, melody, harmony and musical interpretation.
• Create practical learning experiences that encourage students to perform individually and collaboratively.
• Develop students' confidence when rehearsing, presenting and performing music in front of different audiences.
• Use varied teaching approaches to support learners with different abilities, interests and levels of prior musical experience.
• Assess student achievement through performance, practical work, composition, listening activities and appropriate written tasks.
• Provide clear and constructive feedback that helps students improve technique, musicality and confidence.
• Prepare lesson resources, rehearsal materials and creative activities that maintain high levels of student engagement.
• Encourage students to explore different musical genres, styles, cultures and forms of expression.
• Support individual musicians as well as ensembles, groups and collaborative performance projects.
• Contribute to school concerts, productions, assemblies, showcases and other performance events.
• Plan and support rehearsals so students are well prepared for public performances and school productions.
• Participate in enrichment programmes, music clubs, workshops and extracurricular activities.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment where students feel comfortable experimenting, creating and performing.
• Work collaboratively with Performing Arts colleagues and other departments on interdisciplinary projects where appropriate.
• Maintain suitable organisation of musical resources, instruments, rehearsal spaces and teaching materials.
• Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues regarding student development, participation and achievement.
• Contribute to school events, community engagement and wider creative initiatives.
• Participate in professional development and continue strengthening subject knowledge and teaching practice.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety and professional standards in accordance with school policies.

Ideal Profile

• Candidates should hold a bachelor 's degree in Music or a closely related subject together with a recognised professional teaching qualification.
• The successful applicant will demonstrate strong subject knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for Music education, performance and creative development.
• Applicants should be able to motivate students of different abilities while maintaining high expectations for participation, improvement and achievement.
• Experience delivering practical music lessons and supporting performances, productions or extracurricular musical activities will be particularly valuable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, together with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Candidates should also be willing to contribute beyond classroom teaching through concerts, productions, performances, enrichment programmes and community activities.

Skills Set

• Music teaching
• Music performance
• Music theory
• Composition
• Musical interpretation
• Rhythm
• Melody
• Harmony
• Listening skills
• Instrumental performance
• Vocal performance
• Ensemble work
• Rehearsal planning
• Concert preparation
• School productions
• Performance coaching
• Creative learning
• Student assessment
• Curriculum planning
• Lesson planning
• Differentiated instruction
• Classroom management
• Student engagement
• Extracurricular activities
• Music enrichment
• Performance events
• Community engagement
• Parent communication
• Safeguarding
• Professional development

Why Join Us

This role offers a Music educator the opportunity to combine classroom teaching with a highly visible contribution to the creative and cultural life of GEMS Metropole School - Motor City. Students can develop through regular lessons as well as performances, productions, enrichment programmes and collaborative artistic experiences. GEMS Education provides established professional development and career progression pathways supported by extensive CPD opportunities across its international network. Teachers can continue developing their classroom expertise while building experience in creative programme leadership and wider school responsibilities. The employment package includes a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for dependent children, private medical insurance, annual flights to the employee 's country of residence and end-of-service gratuity. Employees also receive access to GEMS Rewards, offering discounts across travel, hotels, restaurants, retail and entertainment throughout the UAE.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a long-established international education provider with a significant network of schools in Dubai and across the wider region. GEMS Metropole School - Motor City provides a broad educational experience that combines academic learning with sport, creativity, enrichment and Performing Arts. The school offers teachers opportunities to contribute to student development both inside and beyond the classroom while accessing professional growth pathways across the wider GEMS network.