Teacher in Charge of Art

Commencing Term 1, 2027

Southland Boys’ High School is seeking a passionate, innovative, and effective teacher to lead art within our art faculty.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced art teacher and leader who is passionate about creativity, student engagement, and achievement.

We are looking for an educator who inspires artistic expression, develops students’ confidence and practical skills, and supports all learners to achieve. The successful applicant will provide leadership in art, working collaboratively to develop engaging programmes within a faculty that values high standards, student engagement, and culturally responsive teaching.

Key responsibilities | Ngā Haepapa Matua

• Lead the planning, development, and delivery of art programmes across multiple year levels.
• Deliver engaging lessons that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and experimentation through a range of artistic processes and media.
• Oversee art assessment and moderation, ensuring consistency and high standards.
• Coordinate art resources, materials, and teaching spaces.
• Support a collaborative approach to teaching and curriculum development within the art faculty.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Use assessment information to support student progress and achievement.

Key attributes | Ngā Pūkenga Nui

• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, current curriculum developments, and NCEA assessment practice.
• A passion for art and the ability to inspire, engage, and challenge learners.
• Leadership skills and the ability to guide the ongoing development of Art programmes.
• High expectations for student achievement, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Strong communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, proactive, and reflective approach to teaching.
• Commitment to culturally responsive practice and professional growth.

Applicants must hold current New Zealand teacher registration and be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Join us at Southland Boys’ High School – where tradition, wellbeing, and innovation meet.