Head of Performing Arts

Tuakau College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 71,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuakau College invites applications for a Secondary/wharekura educator to lead and oversee the performing arts learning area, commencing early 2027. This role focuses on developing a fast-growing department and requires a passionate, engaging educator who can contribute positively to all learners.

The position includes salary under the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement 2002-2025 and a requirement for referee reports.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 7 degree for overseas applicants: 3-year specialist degree with a 1-year teacher training qualification.
• NZ Teachers Council registration with NZ-based applicants is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of classroom teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the performing arts learning area from start of 2027.
• Collaborate with staff to develop and grow the performing arts department.
• Encourage engagement and cater for a wide range of learning needs.

Skills

Collaborative

Relational

Organised

Education

NZ teacher registration advantageous

Overseas applicants: Level 7 degree (3-year specialist) + Level 7 teacher training (1-year)

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

The arts

3MU and 1MMA

We require a passionate, engaging and energetic educator to lead and oversee our performing arts learning area, commencing at the beginning of 2027 (3MU’s and 1MMA).This is an exciting opportunity to develop this fast growing learning area!

We are looking for someone that has a genuine passion for working with young people and the ability to contribute positively to the performing arts department. Please advise specialist subjects. The successful applicant will be collaborative, organised, relational, and capable of catering to a wide range of learning needs.

Along with your application you are required to submit 2 completed referee reports (template found on our website)

This position has also been advertised under the 'Waikato' region.

For overseas applicants you are required to have a three-year specialist degree at Level 7 with a one-year teacher training Level 7 qualification. It is an advantage to have New Zealand teacher registration with the NZ Teachers Council. You must have a least 5 years’ experience in the classroom. Your conditions of work and salary are based on the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement 2002-2025. The salary range is from $70779 ($34.02/hr) to $103086 ($49.56/hr). A salary assessment needs to be completed to decide the salary grade you will be placed on.

Come and join our staff and help inspire our young students to do the very best in all things!