Music and PE Teacher - PYP

WECONNECT SEARCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Singapore is seeking a passionate educator to teach Music and PE. The role involves creating engaging lessons and a supportive environment while collaborating with colleagues. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Music or PE, with at least 3 years of teaching experience. This position provides opportunities for professional growth and is focused on redefining educational experiences.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive educational environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in primary or international school settings.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Experience with multiple curricula (IB, Cambridge, etc.) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music and PE lessons.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Music and PE across the curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive environment that encourages participation.

Skills

Teaching foundational literacy

Student-centered instruction

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaborative teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or Physical Education

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

About RD American School

RD American School partners with Riverdale Country School in New York to bring world-class education to Singapore. Riverdale is internationally recognized for K–12 educational excellence and was recently rated the top private school in the United States by Niche.

The Riverdale Difference

RD American School offers an exclusive brand license that gives students access to Riverdale’s pioneering programs, experiential learning and multidisciplinary teaching approaches. Grounded in the science of learning, the curriculum fosters academic excellence, character growth and emotional well-being.

Our learning community is designed around six core themes:

• Learning How to Learn – Teaching students metacognitive skills to become self-directed learners.
• Active, Engaged Learning – Making learning hands-on, movement-rich, and inquiry-driven.
• A Growth Mindset – Cultivating resilience, creativity, and perseverance in all learners.
• Real-World Application – Connecting learning to authentic, interdisciplinary experiences.
• Collaboration & Community – Fostering teamwork, empathy, and cross-cultural understanding.
• Wellbeing & Thriving – Ensuring students\' emotional, physical, and mental health to support optimal learning.

As a teacher in our school, you will go beyond traditional instruction, creating learning experiences that inspire curiosity, imagination, and courage while ensuring that students build strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and global competency.

What We Seek

We are looking for inspired, innovative, and globally minded educators who believe that students learn best when they are engaged, curious, and challenged in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will be leaders in evidence-based instruction. You should be someone who thrives in a dynamic, student-centered setting and is eager to continuously refine and improve your teaching through ongoing learning, collaboration, and reflection.

Candidates should also be skilled in teaching foundational literacy and numeracy to ensure that young learners develop the essential skills needed for lifelong success. Additionally, experience in supporting multilingual learners and creating inclusive learning spaces for students who are still developing English proficiency is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Music and PE lessons that foster creativity, physical literacy, and confidence in learners.
• Use inquiry-based and student-centered approaches, adapting instruction to different developmental stages and learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Music and PE across the curriculum, creating meaningful cross-disciplinary connections.
• Assess and monitor student growth in both subject areas, providing feedback and targeted support to enhance progress.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and self-expression.
• Organize and lead school-wide events such as concerts, performances, sports days, and extracurricular activities.
• Communicate regularly with parents, offering guidance on supporting children\'s artistic and physical development at home.
• Stay current with best practices in arts, physical education, and holistic child development, incorporating innovative teaching approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Physical Education, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years’ teaching experience in primary or international school settings.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based, student-centered, and differentiated teaching strategies.
• Experience working with multiple curricula (e.g., IB, Cambridge, Common Core, AERO) is an advantage.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to create inclusive, positive learning environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Passion for inspiring children to develop a lifelong love of music, movement, and well-being.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge school that redefines what learning looks like. You will have the freedom to create immersive, real-world learning experiences, collaborate with forward-thinking colleagues, and shape an educational environment that prepares students for the challenges of the future.

If you are a passionate educator ready to bring cognitive science to life in the classroom, we invite you to apply to join our pioneering team.

What We Offer

• A supportive and forward-thinking educational environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to be part of a transformative educational experience as we pioneer new ways of global learning in Singapore.