Music Teacher

Rank: CoordinatorGrade: G5Section: Essential ServicesDepartment: Girls Leadership & EducationLocation / Work station: MathareWorking Hours: Monday – Friday | 7.30 AM – 4.30PMReports to: Head Teacher**Direct reports:**N/AJOB PURPOSETo be responsible for creating a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favourable to learning and personal growth; this is aimed at ultimately developing strong, ethical, community centred female leaders of tomorrow.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DIMENSIONS* Teach music to students and nurture students’ talent by training them to play musical instruments and participation in Music and drama festival competition. * Develop lesson plans and instructional materials. * Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. * Create and use variety of instruction strategies, * Translate lesson plans into learning experiences. * Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. * Evaluate students’ academic and social growth. * Prepare progress reports and keep records. * Communicate with parents on students’ progress. * Interpret the school program. * Coordinate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems. * Create an effective environment for learning. * Select and requisition books and instructional aids. * Maintain required inventory records. * Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day. * Administer group standardized tests in accordance with school and national testing program. * Participate in curriculum development programs as required. * Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.JOB COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS)ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS* Diploma or Degree in Education (Music) or P1 certificate with Passion and abitity to teach Music * Knowledge in CBC Music Learning areas will be an added advantage.OTHER REQUIREMENTS (UNIQUE/JOB SPECIFIC)* This is an Entry level positionFUNCTIONAL SKILLS* Articulating information * Adopting practical approaches * Providing insights * Taking actionBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES/ATTRIBUTES* Establishing rapport * Valuing individuals * Inviting feedback * Understanding peopleHOW TO APPLYInterested applicants should send their applications together with a detailed CV to [email protected] The Subject should clearly indicate the position being applied for. Applications without this information will not be considered. Applications should reach us no later than 18th March 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Disclaimer;SHOFCO does not charge any fee at recruitment process, as the process is free and fairSHOFCO has zero tolerance to safeguarding and Protection concerns including protection from Sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment, and from any kind of harmSHOFCO is committed to upholding Gender Equality, Diversity and Social inclusion.All people are encouraged to applyPlease note; If one is shortlisted for the interview, upon successful application, they will be required to come with certificate of good conduct, and due diligence will be done before any offer of employment.