Teacher of Music & Drama

We are seeking this position to start in January 2027.

Reporting to: Head of Music

Our School Ethos:

We are committed to fostering an environment where students Learn, Inspire, and Serve.

Child Safeguarding Statement

All long-listed candidates are also required to complete and sign an Information and Declaration Form, which includes a declaration of any previous disciplinary issues or criminal convictions.

Primary Responsibility:

To passionately inspire students with a stimulating, challenging, and enjoyable learning experience, both in and beyond the classroom. This role extends beyond academic instruction to fostering critical thinking, creativity,and a lifelong love of learning, empowering students to thrive holistically and achieve their full potential within the supportive ethos of SJI International,while upholding the highest standards of safeguarding

Specific Responsibilities:

• Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJII students in line with current best practice and the ethos ofour school
• Work with other members of the Faculty to apply consistent standards in the following:

• Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work
• Teach Music and Drama across the grades of: Grades 7 & 8, IGCSE (Grades 9 & 10). The ability to teach either discipline at the IBDP (Grades 11 & 12) level would be an advantage.
• Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom
• To identify and take advantage of opportunities to demonstrate the application of essential skills beyond the peripheries of the Music and Drama classroom.
• Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with learning needs in line with school policy and the Learning Development Department
• Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom
• Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and faculty policy
• Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently

Assessment, Recording and Reporting:

• Set clear targets for raising achievement
• Collect and record assessment data
• Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress
• Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students
• Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication

Standards and Quality Assurance:

• Support the aims and ethos of SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school
• Support the school’s established CASL (Creativity, Activity, Service, Lasallian) program
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance
• Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances
• Uphold the school's behaviour code and uniform regulations
• Actively participate in the school's professional growth and development system
• Attend team and staff meetings

• Contribute significantly to the service, sport, pastoral,activity programmes, outdoor education and overseas expeditions, demonstrating a commitment to students' holistic growth and building positive relationships beyond the classroom.
• Teachers are expected to take on the pastoral role of Form Tutor.
• Be an advocate of the school and its decisions during interactions with students, staff, and the community.
• Lead in nurturing a Lasallian Catholic ethos by building upon the legacy and tradition of the school firmly anchored in Faith, Service,Community, Excellence and Respect.
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and students.
• Be a role model within the school in terms of professional expertise and conduct and lead by example.
• Treat others fairly and with respect in order to create and maintain a positive school culture.
• Build a collaborative learning culture within the school and manage innovation and change.
• Take on specific tasks related to the day-to-day administration and organisation of the school as requested by the Principal or other senior leaders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Bachelordegree in the specific area of teaching

• The ability and enthusiasm to support/run small and large scale productions would be an advantage
• The ability to play the piano would be seen as an advantage

Disclaimer

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time,as needed.

Application Process

All applications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/APL ionly. The link to our Schrole/APLi page can be found on our Career Page.

(https://www.sji-international.com.sg/about/careers)

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.