Music Teacher at Standard Bearers School (SBS)

Standard Bearers School emerged during a challenging era in Nigeria's educational landscape marked by a decline in the quality of education amidst a proliferation of schools. Founded on January 7th, 1997, SBS was conceived with a dedicated team of educators and a small group of students. The vision behind SBS was to establish a school that values both academic excellence and creativity equally.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Music Teacher

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• We are seeking a passionate and qualified Music Teacher with a strong background in music education to inspire students of all ages.
• The successful candidate must have a profound understanding of various musical genres and be capable of teaching a wide range of instruments.
• The Music Teacher will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive music curriculum, delivering engaging lessons, and fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities
Curriculum Development:

• Develop and implement a well-rounded music curriculum aligned with educational standards.
• Design lesson plans covering musical concepts such as theory, history, composition, and performance.

Instruction and Delivery:

• Deliver effective music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
• Provide individual and group instruction in various musical instruments, voice, and music theory.

Performance Coaching:

• Prepare students for performances, recitals, and competitions.
• Offer constructive feedback and guidance to enhance students' musical skills and expressiveness.

Classroom Management:

• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity and collaboration.
• Effectively manage classroom behavior and enforce established rules and expectations.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• Develop and administer assessments to evaluate students' musical progress.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and communicate progress to parents.

Professional Development:

• Stay informed about current trends and advancements in music education.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and parents to support students' overall development.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and committees as needed.

Qualifications

• A Degree in Music or a related field from an A'list university in Nigeria or abroad; a postgraduate degree and teaching qualification (PGDE or equivalent) are desirable.
• Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) or equivalent certification.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience teaching music at a school.
• Familiarity with the British National Curriculum for Music.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in playing and teaching three or more musical instruments.
• Strong knowledge of music theory, history, and various musical genres.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.