Choir Teacher

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Plan and deliver engaging extracurricular choir sessions for Pre-K and Primary students, with a focus on musical development, vocal skills, rhythm, and confidence-building. The position also supports the wider performing arts programme and school performances.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver high-quality choir sessions for Pre-K and Primary students (ages 3–10) within the extracurricular programme.
• Design and implement a structured and age-appropriate programme based on a defined scheme of work, covering areas such as singing, rhythm, pitch, listening skills, and basic musical expression.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment that encourages participation, enjoyment, and confidence in young learners.
• Introduce students to a variety of songs, styles, and simple harmonies adapted to their developmental level.
• Prepare students for performances and showcases through structured and engaging rehearsals.
• Maintain clear and progressive records of lesson planning, student engagement, and development.
• Comfortable with technology and proactive in using the school’s tools to communicate with families.
• Communicate effectively and regularly with parents, and reporting line.
• Take responsibility for organizing, coordinating, and supervising choir performances and events.
• Collaborate with colleagues and actively contribute to the school’s performing arts programme.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

All areas of this job specification are subject to regular review and changes.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Qualification

Required

• Voice teaching qualification

Experience

Required

• Previous experience of teaching across age group

Prior Skills and Knowledge

• ICT literacy, both with educational tools and mainstream software
• English mother tongue or equivalent fluency. Working knowledge of French is an asset

Additional skills

You communicate with clarity and confidence, and you’re able to build strong, positive relationships with both students and colleagues. You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and bring a growth mindset to your role. You're open to new challenges and committed to ongoing professional development. You know how to organise your workload, set priorities effectively, and stay calm and focused under pressure and tight deadlines.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

It is important that the post holder is always aware of Child Protection guidelines and observes a professional distance from students whilst still developing effective working and caring relationships.

You understand and embrace the importance of diversity and inclusion and stand against discrimination in any form.

Background investigations and reference checks for the past ten years will be conducted during the selection process.

WHO WE ARE

Collège du Léman is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious international schools, located on the edge of Lake Geneva in view of the Swiss Alps.​We welcome children from 2 to 18 years old to become part of a truly international community with morethan 120 different nationalities. Our vision is to shape generations that harness differences and empower our students to change the world for the better.

We nurture individual strengths through our outstanding educators and the sheer breadth of opportunities that we offer as part of our curriculum and activities.

Collège du Léman is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of more than 80 premium schools, educating students in over 30 countries.