Secondary Teacher – Music (starting from August 2027)

Singapore International School (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) invites applications for a Secondary Music Teacher starting August 2027. The role focuses on delivering high-quality music education in a stimulating and safe environment, with opportunities to lead ensembles, integrate music technology, and contribute to character education within a vibrant school community.

The successful candidate will plan and deliver lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music or related discipline with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGDE, B.Ed.).
• Proven track record of teaching music at the secondary level.
• Strong instrumental or vocal performance capability; ability to accompany with keyboard/piano.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality music lessons for secondary students; develop performance, composition, theory, and listening skills.
• Lead and support ensembles (Choir, Orchestra, Concert Band) and assist with school performances and events.
• Collaborate on curriculum development, resource management, and department meetings; maintain equipment and music spaces.

Skills

Instrumental performance

Vocal performance

Music theory

Classroom management

Collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music

PGDE / teaching qualification

Tools

MuseScore

Sibelius

GarageBand

Logic Pro

Job description

Secondary Teacher – Music (starting from August 2027)

Secondary Teacher – Music (starting from August 2027)

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Music teacher to join our Secondary School starting from August 2027. The ideal candidate should look forward to delivering the highest quality of music education in a stimulating, happy, and safe environment.

At the School, we sincerely believe that all subject teachers are role models of character and values. Their work extends beyond the subject classroom. As such, the successful candidate can look forward to engaging students in character and values education, as well as participating in our vibrant student leadership culture in the school.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Classroom Teaching & Curriculum: Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging music lessons for secondary school students. Develop student competencies in performance, composition, music theory, and active listening. Integrate music software and technology into daily learning to support student creativity and production. Differentiate instruction to support learners ranging from beginners to advanced musicians. Assess, track, and report on student achievement, providing constructive feedback to foster individual growth.

Ensembles & Co-Curricular Activities: Lead, direct, or assist with departmental ensembles (e.g., Choir, Orchestra, Concert Band, or Instrumental Ensembles). Help organize, rehearse, and execute school performances, assemblies, seasonal concerts, and external festivals/competitions.

Departmental & School Contribution: Collaborate with music department colleagues on curriculum development, resource management, and event planning. Participate in departmental meetings, school-wide events, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development workshops. Maintain equipment, instruments, and music classrooms to ensure a safe and inspiring learning environment.

Pastoral Care: Undertake pastoral care duties, including form-teachership responsibilities and leading/managing after-school clubs or activities.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Music Education, or a related discipline, alongside a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGDE, Bachelor of Education, or equivalent).

Teaching Experience: Proven track record of teaching music effectively at the secondary school level.

Practical Skills: Strong instrumental or vocal performance capability, with competent keyboard/piano skills for classroom accompaniment and demonstration.

Music Technology: Proficiency in standard music software and notation programs (e.g., MuseScore, Sibelius, GarageBand, or Logic Pro).

Ensemble Leadership: Demonstrated ability to direct, conduct, or assist with student musical groups.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, effective classroom management, and a collaborative team attitude.

Desirable Qualifications:

IB Experience: Familiarity or direct experience delivering IBDP Music is advantageous.

Specialized Ensemble Leadership: Directing experience in specialized ensembles (e.g., Choral Conducting).

Concert Production: Experience planning school-wide concerts, musical productions, and events.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers through-train education from Preparatory Years to pre-university levels for all nationalities and is the only overseas school supported by Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE). Our rigorous bilingual curriculum is guided by the Singapore education philosophy and we aim to provide a holistic education to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people to meet the future and life’s challenges as confident well-rounded global citizens.

Singapore International School (Hong Kong) offers through-train education from Preparatory Years to pre-university levels for all nationalities and is the only overseas school supported by Singapore’s Ministry of Education (MOE). Our rigorous bilingual curriculum is guided by the Singapore education philosophy and we aim to provide a holistic education to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people to meet the future and life’s challenges as confident well-rounded global citizens.

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