Specialist Teacher - Performing Arts

A Tradition of Excellence and Innovation - Southwell School, a co-educational day and boarding school for Year 1-8 students, is situated on a beautiful and expansive campus located in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand. We foster a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential through a holistic approach to education.

Our Performing Arts programme at Southwell provides students with high-quality learning experiences in Dance, Drama, and Music. Taught by qualified, experienced specialist teachers in a well-resourced, purpose-built facility that includes Music / Drama classrooms, a dedicated Dance space, and a fully functional proscenium Theatre. Southwell students engage deeply with the curriculum and enjoy the many exciting artistic opportunities available to them.

We are currently in the phase of implementing the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).

About the Role :

The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and delivery of engaging Performing Arts curricula across various year levels, with a primary focus on Drama and supporting instruction in Dance and other Performing Arts aspects.

Core Responsibilities :

• Curriculum & Instruction : Plan and deliver Drama instruction to various year levels across the school, including Dance and other Performing Arts aspects of the curriculum.
• Major Production Leadership : Direct and produce the annual whole-school Opera, overseeing the budget, staffing, student auditions, and coordination with external agencies to produce a high-quality stage show for the school and wider community.
• Support the other performing arts teachers and staff in oversight of the facility, including a commitment to school-wide and cultural activities term by term.

Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand and hold a current practicing certificate from the New Zealand Teaching Council or an international equivalent.

Job Location

200 Peachgrove Road, Hamilton

Job Classification

Subject Teacher

Job Status

Full-Time

Contractual Status

Permanent

Start Date

23 April 2026

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Experience Required

5 – 7 Years

Certifications Required

Valid NZ Teacher Registration

About the School

Year 1 to 8, Co-educational

Southwell School

200 Peachgrove Road, Claudelands, Hamilton 3214

Applications must be emailed to and should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

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