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The IGCSE Music Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality music education to students at the IGCSE level. The teacher will create engaging lesson plans, foster a love for music, and prepare students for the IGCSE Music examinations. This role involves developing students' musical skills, knowledge, and appreciation, as well as encouraging creativity and collaboration.

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive music curriculum aligned with the IGCSE standards, including practical and theoretical components.
• Lesson Planning: Develop engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and encourage student participation in music activities.
• Performance Preparation: Prepare students for music performances, competitions, and examinations, including vocal and instrumental ensembles, solo performances, and collaborative projects.
• Assessment and Feedback: Assess student progress through regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback to support their development and achievement.
• Classroom Management: Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that fosters creativity, discipline, and respect among students.
• Extracurricular Activities: Organize and lead music-related extracurricular activities, such as school concerts, choirs, bands, and music clubs, to enhance students' musical experiences.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other teachers, music department staff, and school administration to support students’ holistic development and promote a strong music program.
• Resource Management: Select and manage musical resources and equipment, ensuring they are well-maintained and available for student use.
• Professional Development: Stay current with trends in music education, participate in professional development opportunities, and engage in ongoing learning to enhance teaching practices.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field.
• Certification: Valid teaching certification in music education (if required by the region).
• Experience: Previous experience teaching music at the IGCSE level or in a similar educational setting is preferred.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of music theory, history, and performance techniques.
• Proficient in playing multiple musical instruments and/or vocal training.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students and parents.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students to develop a passion for music.

• Environment: Primarily works in a classroom and music studio setting, with opportunities for performances in various venues.
• Hours: Standard school hours, with occasional evening or weekend commitments for performances and events.

The IGCSE Music Teacher plays a crucial role in nurturing students’ musical talents and fostering an appreciation for music, helping them develop the skills and confidence needed for future musical endeavors.

Newlands School Dubai enables every child to achieve their potential. Students gain an excellent quality British education in a values-based, internationally-minded environment so that they may understand, contribute to, and succeed in an ever-developing and competitive world


Our vision is for the school to provide:

• Opportunity and challenge
• A commitment to continuous improvement
• A route to university and lifelong learning

Our Promise to Parents
Newlands School is internationally focused and attentive to every child. Our parents feel valued and well informed about their child’s strengths and the progress they make. Our children are challenged and cared for, as we support them through their individual journey.


We promise our children and parents:

• Personal care and attention
• Smaller classes
• Modern teaching methods
• Subject strengths
• Creative learning opportunities
• Opportunities for risk-taking
• An understanding of the culture and heritage of Dubai
• A culture of tolerance and respect
• To find every child’s strengths

Our Approach
The school’s approach is guided by research and experience of best educational practices. Evidence has shown that students learn best when they have home, peer, teacher and school support that is focused, accountable, sustained in quality, supported by data and aligned with the student’s ambition to achieve. This is the fundamental approach that drives success in our school.


The school considers its role in Dubai is to provide parents and students with:

• A great education that enables each student to make the most of their potential and strengths
• A route to high academic achievement and all-round character development
• First class teaching that motivates and engages learners
• An international outlook that encourages innovation and resilience
• A school where they are always welcome and where they will be positively engaged