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Hello! I am Rebecca Jackson, an experienced music educator with over eight years of teaching across elementary and secondary levels in international settings in the UAE and India. I currently lead the Music Department at Kent College Dubai, overseeing curriculum design, ensembles, and school productions, while mentoring a team of music teachers to deliver engaging learning experiences. I am passionate about helping students discover and express their musical talents through performance, theory, and collaborative projects.
I am dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of music in students, integrating music history, theory, and practical performance to support diverse learners. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy organizing concerts, choirs, and competitions that showcase young musicians’ growth and creativity.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Kannada
Advanced
Work Experience
Head of Music Department at Omar Bin Abdul Aziz School, Ajman
December 31, 2025 - July 26, 2025Led the development and implementation of the music curriculum across grade levels. Managed and mentored a team of music teachers fostering a collaborative and creative environment. Coordinated music performances, events, and concerts ensuring smooth execution and high standards of performances.
Music Teacher at GEMS Legacy School, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - July 26, 2025Taught both secondary and primary students, training choirs for interschool competitions. Managed educational instruction, performance assessments, and curriculum development. Planned and delivered lessons in musical skills, including preparing lesson and unit plans. Coordinated and directed student auditions for Radio Mirchi resulting in first-place wins.
Speech and Drama Teacher / Music Teacher at VIBGYOR High International School
December 31, 2017 - July 26, 2025Taught music to over 900 students from Grade 1 to 12 with learning objectives and monthly assessments. Delivered engaging music lessons and prepared students for school performances and concerts. Organized school trips for cultural exposure. Directed and choreographed performances for students in cultural events and competitions. Used interactive teaching methods including games, role-playing, and storytelling.
Team Manager and Reports Producer at ANZ - Australian and New Zealand Bank
December 31, 2014 - July 26, 2025Produced reports and presentations using advanced software. Tracked weekly sales data to chart department performance, analyzed market trends resulting in a 10% increase in sales revenue. Managed teams of 9 to 15 employees and implemented improvements for efficient shift coverage and new inventory methods reducing overstock.
Head of Music Department at Omar Bin Abdul Aziz School, Ajman
December 31, 2025 - August 1, 2025Led the development and implementation of the music curriculum across grade levels. Managed and mentored a team of music teachers, fostering a collaborative and creative environment. Co-ordinated music performances, events, and concerts, ensuring smooth execution and high standards of performances.
Music Teacher (Secondary and Primary) at GEMS Legacy School, Dubai
December 31, 2023 - August 1, 2025Worked with both secondary and primary students, training choirs for interschool competitions. Managed educational instructions, performance assessments, and curriculum development. Planned and delivered lessons in musical skills, including preparing lesson and unit plans for assigned music courses. Co-ordinated and directed student auditions for Radio Mirchi, resulting in first-place wins.
Speech and Drama Teacher (2015-2016), Music Teacher (2016-2017) at Vibgyor High International School
December 31, 2017 - August 1, 2025Taught music to over 900 students from Grade 1 to 12 with clear learning objectives and monthly assessments. Designed and delivered engaging music lessons, preparing students for school performances and concerts. Organized school trips to theatres and concert halls for cultural exposure. Guided students in self-expression through dance, song, role-play, and other artistic methods. Directed and choreographed performances for 14–16 students in cultural events and competitions. Planned and co-ordinated intra-school competitions and submitted lesson plans as per curriculum guidelines. Used interactive teaching methods like games, role-playing, and storytelling. Successfully directed four plays and managed three talent shows.
Team Manager and Data Analyst at ANZ-Australian and New Zealand Bank
December 31, 2014 - August 1, 2025Produced reports and presentations using advanced software. Tracked weekly sales data to chart whether departments hit calls. Analyzed market trends resulting in a 10% increase in sales revenue. Managed a team of 9 to 15 employees in the same department and identified improvements for efficient shift coverage. Formulated new inventory methods that lessened overstock.
Head of Music Department at Omar Bin Abdul Aziz School, Ajman
January 1, 2024 - PresentLed the development and implementation of the music curriculum across grade levels. Managed and mentored a team of music teachers fostering a collaborative and creative environment. Coordinated music performances, events, and concerts ensuring smooth execution and high standards of performances.
Music Teacher at GEMS Legacy School, Dubai
January 1, 2023 - August 12, 2025Taught music to secondary and primary students over two years. Trained choirs for interschool competitions. Managed educational instructions, performance assessments, and curriculum development. Planned and delivered lessons in musical skills including preparing lesson and unit plans for assigned music courses. Coordinated and directed student auditions for Radio Mirchi resulting in first-place wins.
Speech and Drama & Music Teacher at VIB Gyor High International School
January 1, 2017 - August 12, 2025Taught music to over 900 students from Grade 1 to 12 with clear learning objectives and monthly assessments. Designed and delivered engaging music lessons, prepared students for school performances and concerts. Organized school trips to theatres and concert halls for cultural exposure. Guided students in self-expression through dance, song, role-play, and other artistic methods. Directed performances for students in cultural events and competitions. Planned and coordinated intra-school competitions and submitted lesson plans as per curriculum guidelines. Used interactive teaching methods such as games, role-playing, and storytelling. Successfully directed four plays and managed three talent shows.
Reports Producer and Team Manager at ANZ-Australian and New Zealand Bank
January 1, 2014 - August 12, 2025Produced reports and presentations using advanced software. Tracked weekly sales data to chart department hits and calls. Analyzed market trends resulting in a 10% increase in sales revenue. Managed a team of 9 to 15 employees in the same department and identified improvements for efficient shift coverage. Formulated new inventory methods that lessened overstock.
Head of Music Department at GEMS Legacy School
January 1, 2023 - September 10, 2025Led development and implementation of the music curriculum across grade levels; Managed and mentored a team of music teachers; Coordinated music performances, events and concerts; Planned and delivered lessons in musical skills; Co-ordinated auditions for Radio Mirchi, resulting in first-place wins.
Head of Music Department at Omar Bin Abdul Aziz School
January 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025Led the development and implementation of the music curriculum across grade levels; Managed and mentored a team of music teachers; Fostered a collaborative and creative environment; Coordinated music performances, events and concerts; Ensured smooth execution and high standards of performances.
Music Educator / Opera Singer at GEMS Legacy School
December 31, 2023 - September 10, 2025Taught music to secondary and primary students; trained students for interschool competitions; planned and delivered lessons; coordinated and directed student auditions for Radio Michi, resulting in first-place wins.
Music Teacher at VIB Györ High International School
December 31, 2017 - September 10, 2025Taught music to over 900 students from Grade 1 to 12 with clear learning objectives and monthly assessments. Designed and delivered engaging music lessons; organized school trips to theatres and concert halls for cultural exposure; guided students in self-expression through dance, song, role-play, and other artistic methods; directed performances for 14–16 student groups in cultural events and competitions; planned and coordinated intra-school competitions and submitted lesson plans as per curriculum guidelines.
Analyst (Reports & Presentations) at ANZ Bank (Australian & New Zealand Banking Group)
December 31, 2014 - September 10, 2025Produced reports and presentations using advanced software; tracked weekly sales data to chart performance; analyzed market trends resulting in a 10% increase in sales revenue; managed a team of 9–15 employees in the department and identified improvements for efficient shift coverage; formulated new inventory methods to reduce overstock.
Head of Music at Kent College Dubai
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025Led the music curriculum across primary and secondary, planned lessons, supervised staff, organized concerts and school events, and ensured high standards of performance across ensembles.
Head of Music at Omar Bin Abdul Aziz School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024Led the music program under the American Curriculum; developed curriculum and assessments; trained teachers; organized concerts and performances.
Music Teacher / Vocal Trainer / Choir Director at GEMS Legacy School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023Taught vocal music, keyboard, music theory; directed choirs and ensembles; prepared students for GCSE Music components; organized concerts and community performances.
Music Teacher & Speech and Drama at Rainbow Bridge Music School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Designed and delivered music, speech and drama lessons; coached performance and stage presence; supported student productions.
Music Teacher at VIBGYOR High International School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Taught music across grade levels; organized school performances; integrated theory and practice; prepared students for exams and competitions.
Music Teacher; Vocal Trainer / Choir Director at GEMS Legacy School
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023Taught music to students across international curricula, served as vocal trainer/coach, directed school choir and ensembles, prepared students for GCSE music performance and theory, and organized concerts and productions.
Music Teacher & Speech and Drama at Rainbow Bridge - Music School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017Delivered music and speech & drama lessons, built engaging lesson plans, supported creative performances and student confidence.
Music Teacher & Speech and Drama at VIBGYOR High International School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022Taught music, speech and drama, guided performance ensembles, prepared students for school events and examinations.
Education
Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022Montessori Teacher Training at Daphne's International Teachers Training Institute
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022Diploma Montessori Teacher Training at Daphne's International Teachers Training Institute
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Montessori Teacher Training at Daphne's International Teachers Training Institute
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Montessori Teacher Training at Daphne's International Teacher Training Institute
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Bachelor of Commerce at Indo Asian Academy
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Bachelor of Music Education at Bangalore Conservatory
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Montessori Teacher Training at Daphne's International Teachers Training Institute
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
Montessori Teacher Training
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Daphne's International Teachers Training Institute (Montessori Teacher)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Certified Music Educator
January 11, 2030 - August 12, 2025Bachelor of Music Education
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022Diploma Montessori Teacher Training
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Bachelor of Commerce
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Music Education
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2022Montessori Teacher Training
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Bachelor of Commerce
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013Montessori Teacher Training
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015Certified Music Educator
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026Bachelor of Music Education
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Montessori Teacher Training
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Industry Experience
Education, Government, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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