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Shanghai | Academic | Huili School Shanghai
JOB TITLE
Primary Music Teacher
DEPARTMENT
Academic
SUPERVISOR
Head of Music & Performing Arts, Director of Arts, Head of Upper or Lower
Primary
OBJECTIVES
The Huili Shanghai Primary School Music Teacher is responsible to the School
Master through the Director of Arts and the Head of Primary. The Huili Shanghai
Primary School Music Teacher has the professional responsibility to live-out the
purpose and values of the school in and out of the classroom.
Music Teachers provide a positive learning environment that values and engages
students enabling them to develop fully as bilingual learners. Teachers empower
their students to attain high levels of achievement and continually improve their
learning. Music teachers also actively participate in the Arts co-curricular program
(CCA) as this is a vital role in contributing to the holistic development of students.
All teachers contribute to the overall pastoral care of students and can be called
upon to undertake the responsibilities of a form tutor (home room teacher). In
addition, all teachers are required to demonstrate a commitment to the school’s co
teaching model; developing effective and respectful professional connections with
other educators to enhance pupil learning.
The Primary School Music teacher will be an excellent practitioner who can facilitate
outstanding learning outcomes for keen students. They will be experienced and
enthusiastic about teaching primary music and proactively contributing to the
broader Arts department. They will be particularly interested in leading and delivering
a primary singing programme.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commitment to Students
• dedicated to the care and nurture of their students – their social,
emotional, physical, and academic development
• treat students equitably, with respect and are sensitive to factors that
influence individual potential for student learning
• establish respectful relationships with the students in their care and
understand the profound impact that this relationship has on student
learning
• create a supportive and welcoming learning environment in which
students feel confident to take risks
• acknowledge the strengths and abilities of their students while also
encouraging open-mindedness
Commitment to the Families of Students
• establish strong and effective working partnerships with the families of
their students
• value the knowledge parents have of their children and how the sharing
of this information can aid in the overall educational development of
each student
• use the avenues supported by the school to ensure open and
informative communication and information exchange with parents
• ensure that student success is celebrated and that parents are well
informed of all events at a class and whole school level
• encourage and value parent inclusion in the learning environment
• implement strategies to share professional knowledge about teaching
and learning with parents
Professional Knowledge
• maintain professional knowledge and recognise its importance for
improving practice
• understand and reflect on student development, learning theory,
pedagogy, curriculum, ethics, educational research and legislation to
inform professional judgement
• be guided by the values, aspirations, policies and procedures of the
school
• remain open and receptive to adaption and innovation; constantly
seeking to remain current and effective as professional educators
• actively seek ways to share knowledge with other educators both within
and beyond the school and welcome the opportunity to learn with and
from others
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Professional Practice
• apply professional knowledge and experience to promote student
learning
• use appropriate pedagogy, assessment techniques, reporting
procedures, teaching and learning strategies and technology when
planning for and responding to students
• plan for and promote the acquisition of thinking, ICT and inquiry skills in
students
• ensure a sound and systematic approach to the teaching of literacy and
numeracy
• refine professional practice through ongoing inquiry, dialogue, and the
ability to critically reflect on personal growth and the progression of
others
• participate willingly and actively in the various curriculum and planning
teams
• employ strong administrative and organisational skills to ensure
documentation of learning is maintained at a high professional standard
Participation in the Learning Community of the School
• support each other in collective and individual learning
• converse, cooperate and work productively together to help each other
• strive to do quality work in all areas of teaching
• take up the challenge to continue to grow professionally through
reflection, action planning and implementation of new strategies and
approaches
• assist other teachers, within and beyond the school, in their ongoing
professional development in an honest, respectful, and supportive way
Contribution to the Broader Life of the School
• willingly participate in the many and varied activities that strengthen the
sense of community and provide students with a broad educational
experience
• willingly participate in residential trips, parent workshops, and other
community events
• actively support the pastoral and cultural dimensions of the school
• establish and maintain positive relationships with members of the
school community
• participate in House activities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participation in Co-curricular (CCA) Program
• actively support and contribute to the CCA program
• contribute positively to the spirit within the teams or groups
• promote the importance of good sportsmanship and cooperation
• foster positive working relationships with other coaches and staff to
facilitate a well-rounded CCA program
Other Duties
• undertake or assist with other duties as requested by the Head of
Primary or their delegate
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree, teaching certificate
• Recognised music certification or training
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Experience of leading singing groups
• Excellent written English and effective interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent technological literacy across a range of applications
• Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve
outstanding academic results for all students
• The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff
• An applied understanding of concept-based learning
• Effective administrative and organisational skills
DEMONSTRATED VALUES:
All staff are expected to uphold the school’s values by:
• safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• supporting and promoting the School’s culture, reputation and strategic
objectives
• complying with the School’s Code of Conduct and other policy and regulatory
requirements
• building relationships with students, staff and parents based on respect, trust
and shared purpose
• behaving ethically and with appropriate confidentiality and sensitivity
• modelling punctuality and adherence to organisational deadlines
• supporting the Huili Values
PREFERRED APTITUDES:
• Orff and/or Kodaly music training
• Ability to play the piano or another musical instrument
• minimum two years teaching experience
• ability to assess student interests, needs and development
• ability to develop curriculum
• open, proactive, patient and caring
• proficient in Microsoft Office and other educational software
• international and bilingual school experience
• cross-cultural work experience
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