Music Teacher Temporary
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Job Summary
Temporary Primary Music Teacher
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Two Terms (January June 2026)
About the School
We are recruiting for a highly regarded international school in Indonesia set on an impressive 44-acre campus in the vibrant city of Jakarta. The school is a warm and inclusive community representing over 50 nationalities and educating students aged 2 to 18 years.
Located in South West Jakarta the campus offers outstanding facilities that support academic excellence creativity and wellbeing including specialist music rooms performance spaces and extensive co-curricular opportunities. The curriculum begins with the UK Early Years Foundation Stage progresses through the English National Curriculum and inquiry-based learning in Primary and continues into the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) in Secondary. Music plays an important role in the life of the school with strong emphasis on performance participation and creative expression.
The Role
Due to the continued growth of the school community the school is seeking a Temporary Primary Music Teacher to join the faculty from January 2026 for a two-term appointment (January June 2026).
This role is suited to an enthusiastic and skilled music educator who can deliver high-quality classroom music across the Primary Years and contribute to performances assemblies and wider musical activities. The successful candidate will bring strong subject knowledge excellent classroom practice and a genuine passion for inspiring young learners through music. There may also be opportunities to contribute to teaching across the Secondary age range depending on experience and timetable needs.
Key Responsibilities
The Temporary Primary Music Teacher will plan and deliver engaging music lessons that develop students musical skills understanding and enjoyment incorporating singing instrumental work composition and listening. Lessons will be well-structured inclusive and aligned with the schools curriculum and learning philosophy.
The role includes preparing and leading student performances assemblies and musical events and supporting productions where appropriate. The teacher will use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
Collaboration is essential. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues within the music department and across the school contributing positively to the wider life of the community. Effective communication with students colleagues and parents is expected throughout the contract period.
Candidate Profile
Applicants should hold a Bachelors degree in Music Education Music Performance or a related field along with a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE or teaching licence. A minimum of three years experience teaching music is required preferably in a Primary or international school setting although candidates with five or more years experience and a strong track record of excellence are particularly encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of music pedagogy theory and practical performance with experience leading student performances and musical productions. Proficiency in teaching and playing brass instruments particularly trumpet is essential. Experience integrating technology into music teaching such as GarageBand or digital notation software is highly desirable.
Excellent classroom management communication skills and a high level of spoken and written English are required. The school is seeking a motivated energetic and flexible educator who is committed to exemplary teaching and learning.
Salary & Benefits
The school offers a competitive experience-based salary and an attractive benefits package which includes:
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Annual flights
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Comprehensive international medical insurance (excluding the U.S.)
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Housing and cost-of-living allowance
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Relocation support
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All local tax obligations covered by the school
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Smartsheet
- Special Needs
- Teaching
- Experience with Children
- Dancing
