Beijing Int'l School Music Teacher

Beijingpage; August (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in California is looking for a passionate Music Teacher to inspire students through the IB PYP/MYP curriculum. The ideal candidate will be a native English speaker with a strong teaching background and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Responsibilities include developing student confidence and proficiency in music, maintaining a safe and engaging classroom, and collaborating with colleagues. Attractive benefits include work visa, paid annual leave, and allowances for travel and transportation.

Benefits

Work visa

Paid annual leave

Air travel allowance

Transportation allowance

Medical & accidental insurance

Qualifications

• Preferably Native English Speaker with teaching certification.
• 2+ years of teaching experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach IB PYP/MYP Music tailored to students' needs.
• Prepare and implement the IB curriculum.
• Support students' social and emotional growth.

Skills

Effective communicator

Creative problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Teaching Certification

Job description

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Beijing International School Hiring Music Teacher

Requirements

• Preferably Native English Speaker, effective communicator, Teaching Certification a plus
• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree
• 2+ years of teaching experience a plus
• Enthusiastic, outgoing nature
• Ability to work in a team
• Enthusiasm for new cultures and experiences
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Flexibility

Main Duties and Responsibilities

This list is not exhaustive:

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

• To teach IB PYP/MYP Music tailored to students' needs
• To prepare and implement the IB PYP/MYP Music curriculum to develop student confidence, proficiency, and love of learning, and to prepare for IB assessments and exams
• To establish and maintain supportive classroom environments
• To ensure that the environment, materials, and equipment are safe, clean, attractive, challenging, functional, anti-bias, and developmentally appropriate
• To be aware of the needs of students learning English as an additional language
• To plan and organize curriculum and activities meeting students' physical, social, intellectual, and emotional needs
• To support students in developing critical and creative thinking skills through inquiry and experimentation
• To prepare written reports, including parent conference reports and references for tertiary education when applicable
• To maintain records of student progress according to school policy
• To communicate with the Senior Leadership Team, parents, and outside specialists regarding student support and assessment
• To conduct parent conferences with detailed assessments and examples of student learning
• To collaborate with co-teachers on student needs and curriculum planning

Pastoral and Wider Community

• To use non-contact time for preparation, meetings, and coverage
• To interact positively and supportively with students, modeling high standards of conduct
• To ensure student safety and well-being, including during off-site activities
• To support students' social and emotional growth

Other Duties

• To attend meetings and maintain punctuality
• To communicate professionally with parents
• To organize family project events and presentations
• To foster cooperation and respect among colleagues
• To contribute to school community development and suggest improvements
• To pursue ongoing personal and professional development
• To maintain confidentiality and a professional ethic
• To embody the school's philosophy, mission, and values

Job Highlights

Work visa, paid annual leave, air travel allowance, transportation allowance, medical & accidental insurance

Additional Notes

Teaching positions for dance and other subjects are also available, with onboarding scheduled for August 2025. Requirements include a teaching qualification and a bachelor's degree. Salary details and benefits such as housing allowance are provided.