Music Teacher

Cashmere High School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cashmere High School in Christchurch is seeking a passionate Music teacher to join our high-performing, collaborative arts team for a fixed-term, full-time contract for the 2027 academic year.

The successful candidate will deliver a high-quality music programme, inspire students to strive for excellence, and contribute to the school’s vibrant co-curricular arts offerings within a welcoming school culture.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura students as part of a collaborative arts team.
• Deliver a high-quality teaching and learning programme aligned with school curricula.
• Contribute to the school’s co-curricular music and arts activities.

Skills

Music pedagogy

Education

New Zealand Registered Teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Short-term curriculum need)

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

Cashmere High School is a vibrant, state co-educational secondary school with a roll of approximately 2,400 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 music 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-termfull-timeposition for the 2027 academic year. Beginning teachers can apply.

Please state your senior subjects and other supporting subjects in your cover letter.

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.

Any enquiries to [e-mail]. Position description is available below.

Physical address:
172 Rose Street, Somerfield, Christchurch