Geography & Social Studies Teacher - Fixed-Term, Term 1 2027

Howick College; Auckland; Sur place; NZD 73 000 - 83 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Howick College in Auckland is seeking a dedicated Drama Tutor to plan and deliver structured drama tuition for children and adults, both individually and in groups. The role covers theory and practical performance, including acting techniques and stage craft.

You will assess students, adapt lessons to learning needs, and prepare them for performances and assessments. The position requires NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and a bachelor’s degree or at least two years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of drama, theatre and performance techniques.
• Ability to teach both theory and practical aspects of drama.
• Ability to plan and deliver structured programmes for individuals and groups.
• Ability to teach children and adults with different abilities and levels of experience.
• Strong skills in student assessment and performance preparation.

Responsabilités

• Planning Drama Programmes and Lessons
• Delivering Theoretical and Practical Drama Tuition
• Assessing and Developing Students
• Preparing Students for Performances and Assessments
• Reviewing Curriculum and Teaching Methods
• Maintaining an Effective Learning Environment
• Supporting Student Performances and Community Events

Connaissances

Drama theory

Theatre performance

Student assessment

Lesson planning

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Description du poste

Job Description

Location: Auckland

Term: Permanent full time position

Wage: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Hours of work: Minimum 30 guaranteed hours per week, up to a maximum of 40 hours per week, with shifts rostered from Monday to Sunday.

The Drama Tutor is responsible for planning, developing and delivering structured drama tuition to children and adult learners, both individually and in groups.

The role provides theoretical and practical instruction in drama and theatrical performance, including acting techniques, voice and speech, movement, improvisation, character development, script interpretation and stage performance.

The Drama Tutor assesses students’ individual abilities and progress, adapts teaching programmes to their learning needs, and prepares students for performances, showcases, auditions and other relevant assessments and drama activities. The role also includes coordinating student drama performances and providing occasional support with community event organisation and stage management, including opportunities for drama students to showcase their learning and performance skills.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification at level 7 bachelor’s degree or higher equivalent to a New Zealand qualification;
• Or have at least 2 years of relevant work experience.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Planning Drama Programmes and Lessons
• Delivering Theoretical and Practical Drama Tuition
• Assessing and Developing Students
• Preparing Students for Performances and Assessments
• Reviewing Curriculum and Teaching Methods
• Maintaining an Effective Learning Environment
• Supporting Student Performances and Community Events

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of drama, theatre, acting and performance techniques;
• Ability to teach both the theoretical and practical aspects of drama;
• Ability to plan and deliver structured programmes for individual students and groups;
• Ability to teach children and adults with different abilities and levels of experience;
• Strong skills in student assessment, coaching and performance preparation;
• Ability to develop and adapt lesson plans, curricula and teaching methods;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Creativity and the ability to motivate and engage students; and
• A professional approach to student safety, wellbeing and development.

If you are interested in this position, please do not hesitate to send your CV to Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa