Music Coordinator and Teacher - Milano, Italia - Canadian School of Milan

Canadian School of Milan

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Milano, Italia

3 settimane fa

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Piero Bianchi

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Descrizione

You will work closely with the Head of Drama in particular (co-producing/directing many school performances and our annual Musical Production) and other heads of department to deliver outstanding learning experiences to the children.

The school aims to establish a choir and a number of ensembles (for both Lower and Upper School). Many children from Primary and above learn a musical instrument at school. There are a series of opportunities to perform, such as assemblies, concerts, carol services, and various school events. CSM also has a parents' choir.

Responsibilities and duties

The planning and teaching of music classes across all grades.
The direction of choirs and instrumental ensembles across the school, including parents' choir.
Take on role of music director and piano accompanist for school performances.
Oversight and maintenance of the development plan for music and written policy guidelines on all aspects of departmental activity (including risk assessments), as published in the departmental handbook which is updated annually.
Manage materials, equipment, and facilities.
Managing and supervising the timetable of a team of peripatetic music teachers, and participate in the recruitment and appointment of music teachers within the department.
Supervision of the work of departmental staff, and provision of support, guidance and advice in line with the school's appraisal system.
Being the point of reference for parents and peripatetic staff regarding staff allocation, reporting, and general liaison with parents.
Arrangements for graded music examinations with ABRSM and Trinity.
Being an advocate for music (both in and out of school) to students, parents and staff.
Coordination and direction of the programme of ensemble rehearsals, concerts and other musical activities throughout the year, including; musicdrama collaborations, choir practice and assemblies.
Attend all faculty meetings, department meetings, and other meetings as required
Create and deploy the department's vision for future development.

Qualifications and experience required

Graduate with qualified teacher status
Current or recent experience of music teaching
Broad ranging musical interests
Able to communicate well and inspire children of all ages; devoted to their education and wellbeing
A leader; energetic, resourceful, strategic with the ability to work under pressure and see the 'whole school' picture whilst remaining a persuasive advocate for music
A strong communicator and a good listener, able to engage with other specialist staff and be sympathetic to their circumstances and departmental needs
Experienced in using ICT in the classroom and for administration purposes
Excellent organisation skills and the ability to preempt and solve logístical problems
Experience in choral and orchestral direction
Valid working status for Italy (we do not sponsor visas), or UK or Irish Passport

Professional Standards

Communicate regularly and freely with the Heads and other colleagues
Teach to a high standard
Be ready to listen to and to try new ideas and working practices
Be professional at all times
Maintain high personal standards of appearance, behaviour and punctuality

Other skills required

Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to plan, monitor and review own practice
Strong organisational skills
Initiative
Lots of energy
Effective time management

Established in 2014, the Canadian School of Milan is an independent, co-educational IB World School which educates over 300 students from pre-school to the end of secondary education.

The School offers students a hybrid, Ontario-based curriculum in the primary Lower School, and MYP the IB Diploma in the secondary Upper School, with a wide range of co-curricular activities.

Our students come from a wide mix of backgrounds and cultures with over 30 different nationalities.

Our aim is to promote academic excellence, intercultural mindedness, and to inspire a growing passion for learning.

Our commitment is to ensure the accessibility of our curriculum through a range of teaching styles and approaches as well as state of the art technology.

Our school is amongst the most respected premium schools in Milan and is a very popular choice for parents for the quality of teaching and learning, the broad international community, and the central location of the school.

Teaching staff work in a positive and friendly atmosphere with bright and responsive students.

Faculty And Leadership
Teachers are the heart of the Canadian School of Milan. We know our greatest asset is our teaching staff.

We recruit mother tongue trained and certified teachers who are fully committed to our aims, ethos, and practice. Their teaching is inspired and passionate, student-centered and individualized while providing a range of opportunities for students to participate