IB Music Teacher (Early Years & Primary Years Programme)

About Us

SOVO International School is Chandigarh Tricity's first IB-curriculum school where children learn by doing, launching April 2026. We believe music isn't a "special" class, it's essential to how children learn, express, and understand the world. We're looking for someone who sees music as a language, a tool for connection, and a pathway to creativity and confidence.

The Role

We're seeking an enthusiastic, creative IB Music Teacher to design and deliver music education for Early Years (ages 2-6) and Primary Years (ages 6-10) students. You'll help children explore rhythm, melody, movement, and expression while connecting music to bigger concepts, cultures, and real-life experiences through the IB framework. This role is about fostering creativity, collaboration, cultural awareness, and joy through music.

What You'll Do

Facilitate Inquiry-Based Music Learning:

• Plan and deliver engaging music lessons aligned with IB Early Years and PYP frameworks
• Introduce students to diverse musical styles, instruments, traditions, and cultural expressions
• Connect music to transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry; explore how music relates to identity, culture, systems, change, and more

Foster Creativity & Expression:

• Encourage improvisation, composition, and musical experimentation
• Create opportunities for students to express emotions, tell stories, and communicate through music
• Build confidence through performance

Teach Musical Skills & Concepts:

• Develop foundational skills: rhythm, pitch, melody, harmony, tempo, dynamics
• Introduce age-appropriate instruments (percussion, keyboard, recorder, ukulele, etc.)
• Incorporate movement, singing, listening, and creating

Collaborate Across Disciplines:

• Work with homeroom teachers to integrate music into broader learning themes
• Support school events, assemblies, and celebrations with musical performances
• Collaborate with the early years and primary teams to create holistic learning experiences

Celebrate Diversity Through Music:

• Expose students to music from different cultures, traditions, and time periods
• Use music to build global awareness and appreciation for diversity

Assess for Growth:

• Observe student progress through participation, creativity, and musical expression
• Use portfolios, recordings, and reflections to track development

Who You Are

Essential:

• Bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or related field
• Minimum 1 year of teaching experience (preferably with young children)
• Proficiency in multiple musical instruments and vocal training
• Strong English communication skills
• Passion for working with children ages 2-10 and making music accessible and joyful
• Understanding of child development and age-appropriate music pedagogy

Highly Desirable:

• IB experience (Early Years or Primary Years Programme)
• IB music certification or willingness to complete (fully sponsored by us)
• Knowledge of Orff, Kodly, Dalcroze, or other progressive music education approaches
• Experience integrating music with storytelling, drama, movement, and visual arts
• Ability to teach world music and diverse cultural traditions
• Experience organizing recitals, performances, or music showcases
• Comfort with technology (digital music tools, recording, etc.)

Why Join SOVO?

Shape the Music Program

Build the curriculum, choose the instruments, design performances; complete creative freedom

Fully Sponsored IB Training

We invest in your growth with official IB certification and professional development

Founding Team Growth

Leadership opportunities as we scale to multiple campuses

Quality of Life

Chandigarh Tricity: lower cost of living, clean air, green city, close to mountains

Mission-Driven Culture

Work with passionate educators in a collaborative, creative environment