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Junior School Music Teacher & Performing Arts Coordinator

Diocesan School For Girls
Albert-Eden, Auckland
Full time
2 days ago
Posted: 01/08/2025
Closing Date: 18/08/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Diocesan School for Girls
Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

At Diocesan School for Girls, we are dedicated to nurturing young women who are curious, courageous, and empowered to shape their futures.

We are seeking an inspiring and energetic Music teacher to join our exceptional teaching team in Term 1, 2026. In this full-time role, you will have the opportunity to shape student learning in a supportive, well-resourced, and future-focused environment — where student ideas are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and excellence is a shared goal.


Job Description

This exciting dual-role position combines classroom music teaching with leadership of our vibrant primary performing arts programme.

In this role, you will be:

  • Delivering engaging, developmentally-appropriate music education to students in Years 0–6
  • Coordinating performing arts events, productions and music opportunities
  • Embedding the PYP philosophy into your teaching practice, fostering inquiry, creativity, and collaboration
  • Working closely with the leadership and specialist teams to enhance the performing arts curriculum
  • Supporting individual student growth in music and the arts, including choirs, instrumental groups, and co-curricular activities

Desired Skills and Experience

You are a passionate educator with:
  • A recognised teaching qualification and current New Zealand teaching registration
  • Expertise in primary school music education
  • Ability to lead choirs and/or experience coordinating these
  • Outstanding organisational skills and the ability to lead and inspire others
  • A collaborative, future-focused mindset and a commitment to holistic education

Why work with us?
Diocesan School for Girls is a high-performing independent Anglican school located in Epsom, Auckland. Our students are motivated and supported to excel academically, creatively, and personally.

Our Junior School is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). IB teaching experience is welcomed, but training and support will be provided for those new to the programme. Staff benefit from:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Access to a fitness centre, pool, and physiotherapy services
  • Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development
  • A warm and inclusive culture, with regular social events and wellness initiatives
  • Free covered parking for cars, bikes, and scooters
  • Beautiful, landscaped grounds and state-of-the-art facilities

How to apply:
Applications close on 18 August 2025. Please apply below and for any queries, contact our People and Recruitment team at mailto:[email protected].

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