Job Description

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Job Information

Date Opened

12/03/2025

Job Type

Full time

Industry

Education

Work Experience

4-5 years

Salary

50k

City

OOTY

State/Province

Tamil Nadu

Country

India

Zip/Postal Code

643004

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About Us

The Good Shepherd International School,

India's best fully residential

, international co-educational school, was founded by the late Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas in the year 1977. Originally known as the Good Shepherd Public School, it became an International School of the highest caliber of learning in the year 1995. Dr. P.C. Thomas and his wife Elsamma Thomas both started their careers as teachers themselves, which fostered their vision and goal to create the best educational institution in which a child can learn and grow.



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- Indian Percussion Music Teacher

Department:

Performing Arts

Location:

Good Shepherd International School, Ooty

Onboarding:

July 2026

Reporting to:

Head of Department - Performing Arts

Employment Type:

Full-Time (Residential)

Accommodation & Cafeteria:

Provided by the School

About the Institution

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Good Shepherd International School (GSIS), Ooty, is one of India's leading fully residential international schools, known for its holistic education, strong academic foundation, and vibrant Performing Arts culture. The Music Department plays a key role in nurturing talent across Indian and Western music traditions through structured training and performance excellence.

Role Overview

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We are seeking a passionate and skilled

Indian Percussion Music Teacher

to join our Performing Arts Department. The ideal candidate will be proficient in

Tabla

and a variety of Indian percussion instruments, with the ability to inspire students and prepare them for stage performances, recitals, competitions, and formal assessments.

Key Responsibilities

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Teach

Tabla

and multiple Indian percussion instruments (such as Mridangam, Dholak, Kanjira, Ghatam, Pakhawaj, etc.). Conduct individual lessons, group sessions, and ensemble rehearsals. Train students for school concerts, cultural events, competitions, and examinations where applicable. Develop lesson plans and structured learning pathways for Indian percussion. Collaborate with the Music and Performing Arts faculty for interdisciplinary productions. Maintain and care for all Indian percussion instruments; oversee tuning and upkeep. Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback and reports. Support the cultural ethos of GSIS by preparing students for Indian classical and folk performances. Participate actively in the responsibilities and routines of a residential school.

Required Skills & Qualifications

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Strong proficiency in

Tabla

performance and teaching. Ability to play and teach

multiple Indian percussion instruments

. Minimum

2-3 years of teaching experience

, preferably in an IB/IGCSE/ICSE or international school. Knowledge of Indian classical music theory (Hindustani and/or Carnatic). Ability to accompany vocalists, instrumentalists, and dance performances. Strong communication and classroom management skills. Passion for teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Preferred Attributes

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Experience training students for stage performances and competitions. Ability to lead Indian percussion ensembles or fusion groups. Adaptability to the environment and expectations of a full-boarding school. Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to co-curricular programs.

Why Join GSIS

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Work in one of India's top residential international schools. Residential accommodation and cafeteria services provided. Access to dedicated music practice spaces and instruments. Supportive, multicultural faculty team. Continuous professional development opportunities. Competitive salary aligned with experience.

Application Requirements

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Applicants must submit:

Updated Resume

Recent Photograph

Demo Video Links

(performance and/or teaching demo)

Selection Process

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The selection process for

July 2026 onboarding has started

and includes:

Application screening Technical interview with performance demonstration Interaction with the HOD - Performing Arts Final HR round


Applications can be sent to hr-head@gsis.ac.in