College Music Teacher at Inspired Education

ROLE SUMMARY:

• Reddam House Bedfordview, part of Inspired Education Group, is seeking an experienced and passionate Music Teacher (Grades 6–12) to join our school from January 2026. The successful candidate will play a key role in inspiring students to develop their musical ability and creativity, contributing to a vibrant performing arts culture within the school.
• The role requires a dedicated educator who promotes the holistic development and well-being of each student while maintaining high academic and artistic standards. The ideal candidate will bring energy, innovation, and a genuine passion for music education.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and challenging Music lessons.
• Establish a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that promotes active participation and creativity.
• Demonstrate professionalism in punctuality, preparation, and classroom standards.
• Continuously evaluate and refine teaching practice to ensure student progress.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practice.
• Conduct extra lessons when required, typically on two afternoons per week.
• Produce high-quality teaching resources and materials.
• Respond to parent communications within 24 hours in a professional manner.
• Support and uphold the ethos, values, and expectations of Reddam House.
• Attend school functions and special events as required by the Head of School.
• Set, mark, and moderate assessments, examinations, and provide constructive feedback.
• Write detailed and accurate student report comments.
• Manage and oversee the peripatetic music programme.
• Undertake any additional reasonable tasks as directed by the Head of School or line manager.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A university degree in a relevant subject area.
• Certified Teaching Status and SACE registration.
• At least 5 years’ experience teaching Music to school-age students.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and engage students through dynamic, creative teaching.
• Experience teaching within the IEB curriculum.
• Confidence and competence in the use of ICT for teaching and learning.
• Strong organisational and classroom management skills.
• A positive attitude towards collaboration, growth, and change.
• A commitment to student development and well-being.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Appropriate right to work in South Africa.