MDP English for Musical Purposes Teacher (Part-time) (Tianjin, China based)

Introduction:

The Music Development Program (MDP) is a Sunday program held on campus at The Tianjin Juilliard School. The mission of Tianjin Juilliard’s MDP is to equip young musicians ages 3-18 with a solid foundation and a comprehensive understanding of music. The MDP courses include Chorus, Music Literacy, Instrument Exploration, Instrumental Instruction, and English for Musical Purposes. 

 

Description:

The Tianjin Juilliard School is seeking English for Musical Purposes teachers. The MDP EMP teacher is a part-time position that teach applied lessons on Sundays in Tianjin. 

 

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and teach weekly English for Musical Purposes (EMP) lessons based on the MDP curriculum
• Assess and grade students based on class performance and scheduled assessments
• Communicate with parents about student learning and performance
• Participate in MDP departmental meetings and training sessions, as required

 

Qualifications:

• Teaching qualification in English Education (TEFL/TESOL/Chinese English Teaching Certificate) preferred
• Background knowledge of Western classical music
• Experience and interest in working with students ages 8-18
• Experience teaching classroom skills courses such as English as a Second Language
• Ability to read staff notation
• Fluency in English is required, fluency in Mandarin is preferred

 

Application procedure:

Qualified candidates should submit application materials to: mdp@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in teaching, and the importance of quality English teaching for a younger age group.
• Current C.V. focusing on teaching and music-related experience
• Two references (names and contact information)
• Video link(s) of recent 
• Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview and audition