Art Teacher

School Jobs; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive teaching environment

Professional learning opportunities

Vibrant school community

Job summary

Cashmere High School in Christchurch is seeking a passionate Art Teacher to join our high‑performing Creative and Performing Arts team, delivering engaging art learning and guiding students through NCEA levels.

This fixed-term, full-time position for the 2027 academic year invites beginning teachers to apply; the successful candidate will contribute to a welcoming, inclusive school culture and participate in the co‑curricular programme.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Teacher status required.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Active participation in co-curricular programmes and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art learning across NCEA levels.
• Contribute to a high-performing Creative & Performing Arts team.
• Foster a welcoming school culture and support student excellence.
• Lead/co‑ordinate co-curricular art activities where appropriate.

Skills

Inclusive learning

Co-curricular participation

Professional learning & development

Team collaboration

Education

New Zealand Registered Teacher

Job description

Cashmere High School is a vibrant, state co-educational secondary school with a roll of approximately 2400 students. We are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters citizenship, opportunities, vibrancy, and excellence - our COVE values.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Art Teacher to teach in our high-performing, collaborative team of Creative and Performing Arts staff.

The successful candidate will inspire students to strive for excellence and will be committed to delivering a high-quality teaching and learning programme.

This is a fixed term full-time position for the 2027 academic year. Beginning teachers can apply.

Please state your senior subjects and other supporting subjects in your cover letter. Applicants must be able to teach NCEA Level 3 photography.

About You

• Must be a New Zealand Registered Teacher.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Contribute to a welcoming and supportive school environment
• Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular programme
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and development

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
• Opportunities for professional learning and development.
• A vibrant school community committed to excellence and innovation.

Applications close: Thursday 8th October 2026 - 3pm