Director of Performing Arts, 0.8 FTE

About Us: St George’s School is a vibrant and innovative Anglican, Independent school committed to nurturing faithful and daring citizens prepared for tomorrow. Our motto, “Fidus et Audax - Faithful and Daring,” reflects our dedication to encouraging students to be their best, reach out to others, and be brave in all their endeavours.

Purpose of the Role: The Director of Performing Arts will be a key member of our operations team, responsible for managing the delivery, organisation, communication, and events related to performing arts at St George’s School. This role also includes teaching responsibilities for Music, Art, and French.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations: Collaborate effectively with the school’s operations team, providing professional leadership and support to staff.

• Arts Programme: Enhance student participation and enjoyment in performing arts, including choir, and stay abreast of developments in the field.

• Teaching Responsibilities: Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons in Music, Art, and French, fostering a love for these subjects among students.

• Promoting the Arts: Foster the growth of performing arts within the school and the wider community, oversee the teaching of art, drama, dance, and music, and direct school productions.

• Events and Organisation: Coordinate and organise various performing arts activities and performances, ensuring student involvement in local competitions and events.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: Diploma in Teaching or Education or higher

• Experience: Expertise in performing arts and teaching experience

• Personal Attributes: Innovative, love for learning, future-focused, effective communicator, responsive to student needs, collegial, creative, inspiring, energetic, organised, and kind.

Why Join Us?

• Community: Foster respectful, compassionate relationships and contribute positively to our wider community.

• Pastoral Care: Nurture our values and Anglican ethos, providing a safe and supportive environment.

• Learning Through Discovery: Personalise learning experiences, develop future-focused thinkers, and value diversity and the environment.

• Professional Development: Engage in quality professional learning opportunities and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.

Please Note: We may fill this position before the official closing date if we find a suitable candidate early in the recruitment process. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly rather than waiting until the deadline. We will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis as applications are received.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about performing arts and teaching and are ready to inspire and lead our students and staff, we would love to hear from you. To submit your application, including a cover letter and CV, please email Human Resources: hr@collegiate.school.nz . Job description available on request.

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