Music Teacher - Primary

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Education in Dubai seeks a passionate Primary Music Teacher to plan and deliver engaging music lessons across the primary phase. You will develop understanding of rhythm, melody, harmony, and notation, lead choirs and ensembles, and assess progress.

The role requires a recognised teaching qualification, a degree in Music, and experience with British or international curricula. You will use music technology and support SEND learners while promoting a vibrant musical culture.

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Music, Music Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching music to primary-aged pupils.
• Strong knowledge of primary music education and effective teaching practices.
• Ability to play and/or teach one or more musical instruments confidently.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Experience working within a British or international curriculum.
• Experience leading choirs, ensembles, bands or school productions.
• Ability to teach instrumental lessons.
• Experience using music technology and digital learning resources.
• Experience supporting students with SEND and diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate music lessons for primary pupils.
• Develop understanding of rhythm, melody, harmony, notation and musical vocabulary.
• Provide opportunities to sing, perform, compose and improvise.
• Lead and support choirs, ensembles, bands and other musical activities.
• Assess pupil progress and maintain records for planning.
• Collaborate with class teachers to support cross-curricular learning.
• Contribute to school concerts and productions.
• Promote a vibrant musical culture across the school.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Music education background

Primary teaching experience

British curriculum

Choral directing

Instruments teaching

SEND support

Music technology

Education

Degree in Music

Teaching qualification

Experience in primary music

Tools

Music software

Digital learning tools

Job description

Job Description:

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and age-appropriate music lessons for stduents across the primary phase.
• Develop students understanding of musical concepts including rhythm, melody, harmony, dynamics, notation and musical vocabulary.
• Provide opportunities for pupils to sing, perform, compose, improvise and listen to a wide range of musical styles and traditions.
• Develop students confidence in performing both individually and as part of an ensemble.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs, abilities and interests of all students, including those with SEND and EAL.
• Use a variety of instruments, technology and practical activities to enhance learning.
• Establish a positive, inclusive and well-managed learning environment.
• Assess students musical knowledge, skills and progress regularly.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil achievement and use assessment information to inform future planning.
• Provide constructive feedback that supports students musical development.
• Identify students who demonstrate particular musical strengths and provide opportunities for further development.
• Organise and contribute to school concerts, assemblies, celebrations and musical performances.
• Lead or support choirs, ensembles, bands and other extracurricular music activities.
• Encourage students to participate in musical events and competitions where appropriate.
• Support school productions and performances through musical direction, accompaniment or other relevant expertise.
• Promote a vibrant musical culture across the school.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers and other specialist teachers to support cross-curricular learning.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous improvement of music provision.
• Share expertise and good practice with colleagues.
• Follow GEMS policies at all times

Skills Description

• A recognised teaching qualification.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Music, Music Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching music to primary-aged pupils.
• Strong knowledge of primary music education and effective teaching practices.
• Ability to play and/or teach one or more musical instruments confidently.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Experience working within a British or international curriculum.
• Experience leading choirs, ensembles, bands or school productions.
• Ability to teach instrumental lessons.
• Experience using music technology and digital learning resources.
• Experience supporting students with SEND and diverse learning needs.