Assistant Teacher of Drama

Hamilton Girls' High School is seeking a motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic assistant teacher of Drama to join our dynamic and supportive team. This is a great opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences.

At Hamilton Girls’ High School, our pedagogical framework, Te Pou Ārahi, is guided by our four pou: Kotahitanga, Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga and Tika Pono We believe that students thrive in learning environments that are relational, challenging, and connected. As a member of our team, you will be supported to grow your professional practice and play a key role in modelling and supporting our values in action.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti Waitangi and inclusive practice.

This is a permanent, full-time position commencing 28 January 2027, or as negotiated.

The successful candidate will be:

• highly motivated to support the school’s vision, values, high academic standards, and the empowerment of young women in a progressive girls' school environment
• confident in curriculum planning within a Drama context, open to change, and able to direct class productions across all year levels in diverse theatrical styles
• eager and willing to actively contribute to extracurricular Drama activities
• skilled in digital technology, including preparing digital portfolios and NCEA/moderation submissions
• strongly committed to restorative practice and a culturally responsive, relational teaching approach.

Our motto, Sapiens Fortunam Fingit Sibi | A Wise Woman Shapes Her Own Destiny, underpins our belief that every student should be given the opportunity to shape her own future.

Applicants must be NZ registered, fully conversant with the NZ Curriculum, and hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.