We are a well-established education institute based in Auckland with a diverse student base. We are committed to providing high-quality art education to students of different ages and backgrounds. We are now inviting a professional and passionate Art / Fine Arts Teacher to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach art design and fine arts courses (including painting, drawing, sketching, colour, composition, etc.) to students of different ages and skill levels
- Integrate art history into teaching to help students build a solid theoretical foundation
- Develop clear lesson plans and learning objectives
- Deliver courses in accordance with the school curriculum and policies
- Create and regularly update high-quality classroom art displays
- Differentiate instruction according to students’ abilities and learning needs
- Inspire students’ creativity and interest in art
- Assign and mark homework, providing constructive feedback
- Record and track students’ learning progress
- Communicate with parents about students’ performance and areas for improvement
- Assist the organisation and students in planning and holding art exhibitions and related activities
- Collaborate and coordinate art-related teaching and activities with students and teachers from different countries
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional art classroom environment
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- At least 3 years’ experience in art teaching or relevant work in the art industry
- A relevant qualification in Fine Arts, Art Design, Pure Art, Art History, or a related field at Level 5 or above (or equivalent)
- Multilingual ability. In addition to English, the applicant must be able to use Chinese (Mandarin) fluently, as the company has business and students from Greater China
Preferred (Highly Advantageous)
- Recognised influence or reputation in the art industry, with a professional portfolio
- Experience of at least three solo exhibitions and participation in group exhibitions, either in New Zealand or overseas
Skills & Competencies
- Solid foundation in drawing and painting (including sketching, colour, and composition)
- Good knowledge of art history and related theories
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high teaching standards
- Able to teach independently as well as work collaboratively within a team
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner
Location: Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
Working Hours: 30–50 hours per week
How to Apply
Please send your CV and portfolio to: [email protected]
We look forward to receiving your application.