Secondary School Art Teacher

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited invites applications for a dedicated Art Teacher to join our vibrant Art Department. You will deliver high-quality instruction across Primary and Secondary levels, including Cambridge IGCSE, AS/A Level, and IBDP Arts, while supporting character education and campus visual enhancement.

The role requires planning, delivering diverse media, assessing progress, and guiding exhibitions and portfolio development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art or related field.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., B.Ed., PGDE, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant teaching experience.
• Experience with IBDP, Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level Art programs.
• Proven ability to build and implement an Art curriculum across age groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Art lessons across Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, AS/A Level and IBDP.
• Teach a broad range of media and techniques (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital art, mixed media).
• Monitor and assess student progress; provide constructive feedback and targeted support.
• Develop and implement a progressive Art curriculum and teaching resources.
• Encourage inquiry-based, creative practice and critical reflection.
• Promote character development and value-based education through the arts.
• Prepare students for art competitions, exhibitions and portfolio development.
• Collaborate on departmental planning, cross-curricular projects and school events.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Art education passion

Teach across Primary to Secondary

Traditional & digital art tools

Organise exhibitions

Campus decoration projects

Lead and coach students

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art or Art Education

Teaching qualification (B.Ed., PGDE, etc.)

Experience with IBDP/IGCSE/AS-A Level Art programs

Tools

Digital art tools

AI tools for education

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and creative Art Teacher to join our vibrant Art Department. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction across Primary and Secondary levels, including Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS/A Level and IBDP Arts. This role will also support the school’s character and values education, student leadership development, co-curricular arts activities, and visual enhancement of the school campus.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and creative Art Teacher to join our vibrant Art Department. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality instruction across Primary and Secondary levels, including Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge AS/A Level and IBDP Arts. This role will also support the school’s character and values education, student leadership development, co-curricular arts activities, and visual enhancement of the school campus.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching & Learning:

• Plan and deliver engaging Art lessons aligned with curriculum standards for Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, AS/A Level and IBDP.
• Teach a broad range of media and techniques (drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital art, mixed media).
• Monitor and assess student progress; provide constructive feedback and targeted support.
• Develop and implement a progressive Art curriculum and teaching resources.
• Encourage inquiry-based, creative practice and critical reflection.

Pastoral & Student Development:

• Promote character development, cultural appreciation and value-based education through the arts.
• Support students’ academic, social and emotional well-being.
• Prepare and coach students for art competitions, exhibitions and portfolio development.
• Encourage student leadership through clubs, exhibitions and community art projects.

Collaboration & Professional Development:

• Contribute to departmental planning, cross-curricular projects and school events.
• Participate in professional development and share best practice with colleagues.
• Collaborate with school leadership on visual identity and campus decoration initiatives.
• Support extracurricular programs such as after-school art clubs, workshops, public exhibitions and art study tour.

Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art, Art Education or a related field.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., B.Ed., PGDE, or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant teaching experience, preferably in a school setting.
• Experience and knowledge of IBDP, Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Level Art programs.
• Proven ability to build and implement an Art curriculum across age groups.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective classroom management and differentiated instruction.
• Passion for Art education and student creative development.
• Ability to teach across Primary and Secondary levels.
• Competence with traditional and digital art tools and technologies.
• Ability to organize exhibitions, prepare portfolios and coach competition entrants.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to campus decoration and visual projects.

Desirable:

• Experience teaching high-achieving and diverse, multicultural cohorts.
• Experience in organizing school-wide art events, public exhibitions or community art projects.
• Familiarity with using technology and AI tools to support art teaching and assessment.

Preferred Candidate Profile (priority given to candidates who):

• Hold a related educational background in Art or Art Education.
• Have previous work experience in a school setting.
• Demonstrate experience and strong knowledge of IBDP, A Level and IGCSE Art.
• Can build and implement a comprehensive Art curriculum.
• Are able to teach effectively from Primary through Secondary.
• Can design and lead campus decoration and visual enhancement projects.
• Have experience preparing students for art competitions and exhibitions.