Music Teacher

MUSIC TEACHER AT SHINING HOPE FOR COMMUNITIES Location: Sankoré International School, Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya Reports to: Head of Teaching and Learning Start Date: August 1 Position Type: Full-time About the Role Shining Hope For Communities seeks an inspiring Music Teacher to join the launch team at Sankoré International School, a mission-driven institution opening in 2026. This is a unique opportunity to shape a music program from the ground up at a deliberately diverse learning community that combines an international curriculum with strong Kenyan identity and commitment to access. As the school's founding music educator, you will lead comprehensive music instruction across early years and primary levels, expanding year by year as the school grows. Your role extends beyond teaching technique. You will cultivate students' creativity, confidence, cultural identity, collaboration, discipline, listening skills, and performance abilities while fostering genuine joy in musical learning. Music will be central to Sankoré's broader mission of developing character and skills that enable students to create positive change in their communities and beyond. The school serves a deliberately diverse student body, including a significant proportion of tuition-free scholars, creating a rich environment for developing inclusive musical practice and leadership. About Sankoré International School Sankoré is a new international school established by SHOFCO in Nairobi. Opening in 2026 with early years and primary students, the school expands one grade annually toward full capacity. It represents a fresh educational model combining international standards with Kenyan cultural grounding and genuine commitment to educational access.