Job Details

Job Description

COMPANY BRIEF

Rhodes Park School is a leading private educational institution in Zambia and has been serving Lusaka Parents since the 1960s. We offer kindergarten to high school (K-12) classes that follow local and international syllabi.

As an equal opportunity employer, Rhodes Park School requires the services of a suitably qualified, well-motivated and results driven c/8andidate to be appointed in the position of Teacher of Music. The successful candidate will contribute to the School`s strategy to reposition music education and performing arts across the school and collaborate with teaching staff in Early Years, and primary Departments as well as other music specialists.

DEPARTMENT
Academic, Lusaka

POSITION
Music Teacher

JOB PURPOSE
The job candidate should be a passionate advocate for both the children you teach and the benefits that Music can bring. The Music Teacher will teach children across the early years and foundation Stages, Lower Primary and Upper Primary. He/she will need to have experience with the progression of Music and developmental activities for children of these ages. The Teacher will ignite a passion for Music while, creating a sense of achievement for all and will need to demonstrate the highest expectations whilst acknowledging that each of our children is unique with individual strengths and needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Taking responsibility for a primary class, supporting, nurturing and taking a genuine interest in the holistic development of all children in that class;
• Working closely with the Head Teacher and colleagues to ensure the effective teaching and learning.
• Planning and implementing a relevant, challenging and rigorous curriculum;
• Planning and delivering lessons, ensuring attention is given to appropriate differentiation;
• Contributing to collaborative learning at all levels of school life;
• Creating inquiry-based classrooms that develop critical thinking skills, knowledge, and a range of skills within an environment based on trust, respect, and fairness;
• Selecting relevant resources and leveraging digital tools to support and enhance learning;
• Develop appropriate assessment tasks, providing timely and effective feedback that enhances pupil’s learning;
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues in a professional manner;
• Provide appropriate pastoral support as and when necessary;
• Play an active role in the school’s extra-curricular programmes.
• Any other assigned duties

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

• Growth Mindset
• Full Grade 12 certificate with 5 Credit or better
• At least a Primary Teachers Diploma from a recognized College; A Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years of teaching experience at a reputable school
• Must be able to play at least 3 Key Musical instruments
• Qualified teacher registered and licensed with The Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ)
• Must be computer literate

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in filling the above vacancy and believe you meet the specified terms, forward your Cover Letter, CV, NRC, TCZ License, and certified copies of professional qualifications to [email protected].

Please note that applications that will not conform to the above specifications will not be considered.