Music Teacher- Primary​/PYP – Early Years

At GEMS Modern Academy, we are committed to providing a holistic, safe and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. We believe that a child's well-being and creative development are fundamental to lifelong learning and success.

Musical Skills

• Piano proficiency: The teacher should be able to play the piano to approximately Grade 5 standard or equivalent
  , with sufficient fluency to accompany singing and classroom activities.
• The ability to play by ear
  , transpose simple songs, and accompany children without relying entirely on written music.
• Strong vocal and singing skills
  , with the ability to teach songs accurately and confidently to young children.
• Ability to use movement, rhythm, percussion, singing, games and musical activities appropriate to Early Years learners.
• Specialisation or proficiency in a second instrument - particularly guitar, ukulele, violin, percussion, or Orff/classroom instruments - will be an advantage.
• Ability to arrange or adapt music and songs to suit the age, ability and developmental stage of young learners.

Years of experience

2+ years