MYP/DP Music Teacher – 75% Position

Copenhagen International School (CIS) is looking for a Music Teacher to join our Secondary School, teaching across the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), starting 1 August 2026.

This role combines classroom teaching with active contribution to the wider life of the school, including advisory, performances, and after-school activities.

What do we offer?

At CIS, you will join a welcoming and diverse international community of educators committed to high-quality learning, collaboration, and inclusion.

With students and staff representing more than 80 nationalities, CIS offers a dynamic environment where creativity, wellbeing, and student-centered learning are at the core.

As part of our Secondary School, you will contribute to a vibrant music programme that values both classroom learning and performance, with opportunities for students to engage in ensembles, concerts, and creative expression beyond the classroom.

What difference will you make?

As a Music Teacher, you will play a key role in developing students’ creativity, confidence, and critical thinking through music.

You will teach across the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), supporting students’ academic and artistic development in an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Your work will extend beyond the classroom through performances, ensembles, and advisory, contributing to a strong sense of community and student belonging.

What is the job about?

You will:

• Teach Music across MYP and DP, including preparation for IB assessments
• Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered learning experiences
• Support students as an advisor
• Lead and contribute to musical ensembles, performances, and concerts
• Contribute to after-school activities (ASA)
• Collaborate with colleagues across subject teams and programmes

For more details, please see the full job description here.

What do we expect from you?

• Master’s degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Music at upper secondary level or equivalent
• Ability to teach both practical and theoretical aspects of music
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school (ASA, performances, advisory)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Experience with IB programmes (MYP and/or DP) is an advantage.

Candidates without IB experience but with strong relevant teaching experience and willingness to undertake IB training are encouraged to apply.

Why should you apply?

• Be part of a collaborative and international school environment
• Contribute to a strong and visible music programme
• Work in a school that values inclusion, wellbeing, and student-centered learning
• Access professional development opportunities, including IB training
• Engage with a diverse community of students and colleagues

Ready to apply?

We look forward to receiving your application.

Please submit:

• A motivated application (cover letter)
• A CV
• A list of references

Application deadline: Monday 4 May 2026 We encourage early applications as interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Start date: 1 August 2026

We welcome applications from international candidates. Please note that for this position, candidates must have the right to work in Denmark at the time of application.

The salary range for this position is 40,000 to 61,000 DKK per month (including pension), depending on qualifications and experience.

CIS reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date in case of an outstanding applicant.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Employment at CIS is conditional upon the successful completion of an extensive background check, including verification of education, employment references, and a criminal history check covering the past 10 years. Additionally, all candidates will be required to complete child protection safeguarding training and other relevant assessments as part of our commitment to student safety and well-being.

Our working language is English and we look forward to receiving your application and CV in English as a PDF.

Candidate experience with CIS

CIS is fully committed to equity and inclusion; inclusion is one of our core values: "we create a welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and has equitable opportunities every day”. In the implementation of all of our educational and employment policies and practices, we do not tolerate discrimination and therefore make sure to observe the anti-discrimination regulation, including the protection against discrimination based on race, color, gender, citizenship, ethnic or social origin, age, disability, political views, religion, belief, sexual orientation and union membership.

In line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), at CIS we believe all learners have equal rights to be protected from harm and abuse. CIS is a community school that strives to meet its students' many needs in a safe and secure environment. To achieve this aim, we build a culture of child protection at the school wherein all community members understand and meet their responsibilities and put the needs of the learners in the school community first. We meet the many challenges of establishing and sustaining a protection culture in our international, mobile, and varied community and context. Everybody at CIS has a responsibility to support the protection of learners. We will act without hesitation to ensure a child-safe environment. We also support the rights and well-being of our staff and volunteers and encourage their active participation in building and maintaining a secure environment for all participants.