Middle and High School Music Teacher

GESS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Singapore is seeking an experienced Middle and High School Music Teacher, starting August 2026. This role supports the Head of Creative Arts/Music in enhancing the music culture within the school community and ensuring students develop a deep understanding and appreciation for music. Candidates should possess a recognised teaching qualification, four years of teaching experience, and experience with the IB Programme. The position offers a collaborative environment focused on quality music education.

Qualifications

• At least four years of teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the IB Programme.
• Health and Safety training relevant to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Creative Arts/Music in teaching across school.
• Play an active role in school ensembles and initiatives.
• Ensure the Music programmes develop students' appreciation of Music.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Integrity

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (minimum B.Ed or PGCE equivalent)

Job description

About GESS

As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are for many families the home away from home and we are very happy that they are part of our school community which is based on mutual support and solidarity. With our language programme, we support our students to nurture this part of their identity and want to preserve the opportunity that they can grow up with multiple languages to be best prepared for an international environment. With the German International Abitur or the IB Programme they are perfectly prepared for their career after school. Our students enjoy lifelong learning and we take pride in our GESS values of respect, openness and diversity which our students will nurture in their life after school.

We were awarded with the “Deutsche Schulpreis” (German school prize) 2022, which was given to us for our extraordinary concept according to their motto “Make teaching better”. We stand out as the only German school abroad nominated for this award.

Middle and High School Music Teacher

The German European School Singapore (GESS) is looking for an experienced Middle and High School Music Teacher, commencing 1 August 2026.

Job Purpose

Support the Head of Creative Arts/Music in teaching and learning practice across Middle and High School.

Play an active role in school ensembles, groups, and other music/arts initiatives. This role ensures a cohesive and thriving music culture within the school community.

Ensures that the Music programmes positively develop students’ learning, understanding, skills, knowledge and appreciation of Music.

To support in ensuring that the GESS Music Department has an engaging, rigorous, enriching culture that is consistent with the defined mission and values of GESS.

To support the promotion of quality and advance the education of young people in all levels of Music education, with the following aims:

Key Accountabilities

• Work closely with the rest of the Music and Creative Arts department in aligning the Music programmes across the school.
• Refining systems which support teaching and learning pedagogy.
• Have a sound knowledge of MYP and IBDP Music programmes.
• Be able to integrate Music technology into the learning programme.
• Contribute to the development of a climate of collaboration and community across Music, the Arts and whole school areas in both the academic and experiential areas.
• Maintain the climate of trust and transparent communication across the music areas.
• Attend weekly Music/Arts meetings (as needed).

Knowledge and Experience

• Recognised teaching qualification (minimum B.Ed or PGCE equivalent).
• At least four years of teaching experience is preferred.
• Knowledge, understanding and teaching experience of the IB Programme.
• Appropriate Health and Safety training for taught subject areas (e.g. for PE, first aid and swimming training certifications).
• Ability to work collaboratively, professionally and effectively within a team.
• Willingness to adapt to and embrace a new school environment.
• Willingness to contribute and champion educational change that supports best practice and improve student learning.

Technical and Soft Skills

• An efficient and effective administrator.
• Honesty, integrity, flexibility, and compassion.
• Can establish strong trust within GESS and the musical community.
• Able to work as a positive and supportive team member.
• Able to communicate confidently and fluently, with clarity and precision, to inspire and instill confidence with small and large groups via written and spoken words.
• Reflective, culturally sensitive, and self‑manager.

Fair Recruitment and Safeguarding

We are committed to fair recruitment practices and safeguarding the welfare of all students. We ensure that our hiring processes are free from discrimination and bias on the basis of age, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, caregiving responsibilities, race, religion, language or disability. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, we conduct thorough background checks on all candidates which include criminal background checks in all countries lived and worked in for the last ten years, as well as reference checks. Any offer is subject to the satisfactory completion of such checks. Our school prioritises the safety and well‑being of our students, and we expect all staff members to uphold these values.