Woodwind teacher - Forte ITM

Te Puna Wai o Waipapa - Hagley College; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Canterbury is seeking a qualified Woodwind teacher for a fixed-term full-time position from October to December 2025. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality music tuition to diverse groups and preparing students for NCEA assessments. Applicants should hold relevant qualifications, have experience in various teaching styles, and be equipped to travel to different schools. The role also emphasizes professional development and collaboration, enriching the teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified and inspiring ITM Teacher.
• Ability to travel independently to rural schools.
• Engagement in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, small group, and ensemble tuition.
• Teach to NCEA Level 3 standards.
• Engage in collaborative team meetings.

Skills

Teaching a wide range of musical styles

Understanding of the Music curriculum

Preparation for NCEA performance

Experience in individual and group lessons

Flexibility in repertoire

Education

Current NZ teacher registration or Limited Authority to Teach

Job description

Woodwind teacher - Forte ITM

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 06/10/2025, End Date: 11/12/2025 (Covering fluctuating roll)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

The arts

The Forte Unit of itinerant teachers of music [ITM] (based at Te Puna Wai o Waipapa - Hagley College) provide students with high quality music tuition within participating schools across the Canterbury Region.

We are seeking a fixed term, full-time qualified, highly effective and inspiring ITM Teacher starting 6 October 2025 until 11 December 2025.

Teachers are required for individual, small group and ensemble tuition to NCEA Level 3. Some occasional extra-curricular duties/travel may be required.

Successful applicants will be trained, qualified, registered teachers; able to travel independently to rural schools as required (costs reimbursed).

Specialised position in Woodwind

Applicants must have:

• Skills and experience in teaching a wide range of styles.
• A good understanding of the Music curriculum (Y9-13).
• The ability to assist with NCEA performance preparation and assessment.
• Experience teaching individual and group lessons.
• Flexibility within repertoire and a willingness to work with the varying requirements of a diverse range of music departments.

The successful applicant needs to have current NZ teacher registration (preferred) or a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT).

Valid NZ Driver Licence and a reliable vehicle are required, as the role includes some travel to schools outside the Christchurch metropolitan area. Travel expenses will be provided.

All itinerant music teachers regularly engage in collaborative team meetings with a focus on Professional development including a current focus on Tikanga and te reo Māori.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
510 Hagley Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch

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