Transformative Music Teacher

Music Educator

Are you a skilled music teacher passionate about fostering inclusive education? We invite you to join our team of special educators working with learners with multiple disabilities.

We are seeking an experienced music educator who can design and implement music lessons accommodating varying learning styles and abilities. The ideal candidate should have expertise in therapeutic music practices, training in music therapy, and experience with communication aids.

The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons that promote music as a means of self-expression and emotional regulation. They will also collaborate with occupational therapists and other specialists to integrate therapeutic goals into musical activities.

A strong interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and positive attitude are essential for this role. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs, we encourage you to apply.

• Design and Implement Music Lessons: Accommodate varying learning styles and abilities, including students with autism, physical disabilities, learning difficulties, or emotional/behavioural challenges.
• Use Adaptive Techniques: Utilize assistive technologies, visual aids, instruments, and alternative communication methods to support student participation.
• Encourage Expression and Communication: Promote music as a means of self-expression, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Therapeutic Integration: Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to integrate therapeutic goals into musical activities.
• Assessment and Reporting: Assess student progress using tailored benchmarks; maintain accurate records and contribute to IEPs (Individualised Education Programs).
• Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom environment; manage behaviour sensitively in line with the school's positive behaviour support policies.
• Enrichment and Events: Organise performances, music therapy sessions, and school-wide musical events to showcase students' abilities.

• Music Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's or P.G Diploma in Carnatic/Hindustani Music, Certificate course in Music Therapy (preferred)
• Teaching Experience: 3 to 7 years of working with children in a mainstream school/Special school
• Special Education Qualifications: Teaching qualification or experience in special education (Preferred)
• Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of inclusive teaching strategies and adaptive music education, ability to play an instrument and facilitate group music singing, must know Light songs and Bhajans in Tamil, knowledge of Tamil language is mandatory, Training in music therapy or knowledge of therapeutic music practices, experience with communication aids, strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, patience, creativity, and a positive attitude