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TITLE: MUSIC TEACHER
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL
Primary Purpose:
To be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating effective planning, teaching and organization, and high standards of achievement and behavior in Music lessons.
Responsibilities:
- Teaching general styles of music.
- Teaching classical piano, practical and theory.
- Teaching singing to students from beginner to advanced level.
- Incorporating musical instruments and movement in lessons.
- Planning and implementing a program of instruction and lesson plans.
- Preparing students for school concerts and planned music experiences.
- Preparing students for practicals and exams.
- Inspiring and motivating students to extend themselves to after-school music clubs.
- Building relationships and mentoring students.
- Explaining different styles and genres of music
- Conducting music theory and practical examinations
- Helping students tap on their potential
- Suggesting additions and improvements in the curriculum
- Coordinating with staff members in organizing extracurricular activities
- Maintaining and encouraging a fun and positive atmosphere in the music class
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in music.
- Experience in teaching piano classes
- License to teach as an academic (state requirement).
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge about different music genres and instruments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrating a passion for music and high patience levels
- Ability to assess students potential and skills
- Ability to lead a choir, orchestra, or a concert
- Ability to conduct extracurricular activities and musical performances
About American Baccalaureate School:
ABS is a private, non-profit school offering an American-based curriculum including a wide variety of advanced courses, and a college preparatory program, guiding students to become independent, intellectual global citizens. It is our goal to develop responsible and accountable young adults who are prepared for the challenges of international universities. The American Baccalaureate School opened its doors in September 2006 to 550 students. We now have over 1,300 students enrolled from pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
For more information about ABS visit: www.abs.edu.kw
