Full Time, Fixed Term

31 January 2025

hristian Alliance International School


Music Teacher (High School)
(Ref. no.: T_2025_MUS_234_TES)


Christian Alliance International School (CAIS) invites outstanding and passionate Christian educators to join our team in raising the next generation of students to influence society for the good of people and to the glory of God.


The successful applicant will have curriculum expertise and strong pedagogical practice to achieve outstanding learning outcomes for our students within an authentic Christian environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing an appropriate and justifiable system for assessing and grading students
• Preparing bands and other instrumental or choral groups for public performances as specified by the School
• Collaborate with other music and homeroom teachers in organizing musical events
• Ensure proper care, maintenance and inventory of musical instruments
• Advise the School on purchase needs of the music program; plan and implement the music budget

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in Education, or Bachelor Degree in relevant major subject(s) with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education or equivalent teaching credential with at least 10 weeks’ practicum
• Major in music strongly preferred
• Prior experience in teaching music in a school setting required
• Experience in teaching band an advantage
• Strong general proficiency in music; knowledge of music theory
• Competency in utilization of varied instructional strategies, assessment techniques, and differentiated instruction as relate to a range of student aptitudes and learning styles
• Ability to work with students with a range of musical abilities is required; proficiency in one or more musical instruments required
• Candidate who can play wind instruments preferable
• High level of English proficiency in spoken and written English required
• Candidate embracing the values of Christian education preferred

Effective Date of Employment
The starting date for this appointment is mid-August 2025. Initial contract is normally 2 years in duration. Renewable 2-year contracts are offered subject to mutual agreement.


Application Details:


Please quote the reference number of the post in your application.


We thank applicants for their interest in the position. Review of applications will be on an on-going basis until the position is filled and the School reserves the right not to fill the posts advertised. Applicants not contacted within 12 weeks may consider their application unsuccessful.


All personal data submitted will be used for recruitment purposes only and all related information will be kept for up to 24 months.

CAIS is a Christian school of 1,500+ international students representing more than 25 nationalities based in Hong Kong.
CAIS is authorized as an IB® World School, offering the International Baccalaureate® Diploma Programme (IBDP). It is also accredited to provide the Alberta Curriculum and offers Advanced Placement®️ courses. CAIS is a through-train school, providing a unique transformative educational experience for children aged from 5 to 17 at its preparatory, lower and upper primary and secondary sections. CAIS, founded by the Kowloon Tong Church of the Chinese Christian and Missionary Alliance (KTAC), welcomes students from all backgrounds.
Head of School
Mr Richard Vanderpyl
Mission
CAIS aspires to be the most trusted provider of international education in Hong Kong. Realized through a learning community that embraces spiritual and traditional family values, our mission is
To cultivate learners with knowledge, skills, integrity and discernment, growing in love for God and service to humanity.
CAIS offers students a transformative educational experience, empowering them to fulfill their potential as Christian leaders and global citizens. Through Small Learning Communities, CAIS provides future pillars of society a safe, nurturing and student-centered environment for the pursuit of godly character, academic excellence and holistic personal development. CAIS is committed to supporting our students with the highest standards in teaching and facilities while preserving a sustainable learning community.