Visual Arts Teacher
- Term 1 2025 only (full or part time)
- Generous career development programs
- State-of-the-art infrastructure and technology-rich learning environment
Welcome to Abbotsleigh, a pre-kindergarten to Year 12 Anglican day and boarding school for girls located in Wahroonga, on Sydney’s North Shore.
‘With education, women can do, or be, anything.’ (Miss Betty Archdale, 6th Headmistress 1958 – 1970)
Term 1 2025 only | Full time or Part time | Reports to Head of Visual Arts
Abbotsleigh is seeking a Visual Arts teacher on a fixed-term contract for one term, ideal for a new graduate or those seeking a short-term job share arrangement. You'll gain valuable exposure and experience in this role while collaborating with a dedicated team and inspiring student artists. You'll design innovative lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, promote critical thinking, and foster personal growth. Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback will be key, all within a supportive and enthusiastic classroom atmosphere. Join us in contributing to a vibrant educational community!
The Duties
- Foster a love for teaching and learning in Visual Arts, inspiring students to explore their creativity and express themselves through various mediums.
- Exhibit strong knowledge and confidence in teaching Stages 4-5 Visual Arts. Experience in Stage 5 Photographic and Digital Media and Stage 6 is desirable.
- Showcase sound experience in a variety of practical arts disciplines, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, design, ceramics, and both photo and digital media. A solid understanding of art history and art criticism.
- Demonstrate proven competency in incorporating ICT into teaching practices, utilizing innovative methods that enhance creativity and resource development. Experience with Adobe software and the Canvas learning platform is highly desirable.
- Be well-versed in contemporary teaching methodologies, particularly in understanding how girls learn, and how to achieve both conceptual and technical refinement in student work.
- Respect and appreciate young people and their diverse learning needs, with a strong emphasis on learner engagement in Visual Arts.
- Work collaboratively with staff and actively participate in art clubs, workshops, and activities, contributing to short-term objectives and enriching the school community.
Why work at Abbotsleigh?
At Abbotsleigh, our talented and committed staff members are the foundation of our community. We are dedicated to helping our staff reach their full potential. Our positive and collaborative culture allows teachers to bring meaningful learning experiences to our girls. It is our motivated girls who make teaching at Abbotsleigh a productive and inspiring space to work.
- Contemporary Learning Environments: Enjoy modern, flexible teaching spaces that encourage innovative thinking and skill development.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of educators passionate about visual arts education.
- Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities within a vibrant educational community.
- Enthusiastic and Motivated Students: Teach students who are eager to learn, challenge themselves, and uphold values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Compassion, and Perseverance.
- Prime Location: Work on beautiful grounds near Wahroonga Village, with onsite exercise facilities, ample parking, and convenient access to public transport.
- Supportive Work Conditions: Benefit from substantial Teacher Aid support, reduced face-to-face teaching hours, and no Saturday sports allocations, allowing more time for family and personal pursuits.
- Competitive Benefits: Receive generous above-award remuneration, salary packaging options, and student fee discounts.
Abbotsleigh's Commitment to Child Protection
Abbotsleigh is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of all children and young people at the School and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Abbotsleigh have a right to feel safe.
Successful applicants will be subject to employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian and must provide a current Working with Children registration number. In addition, teaching staff will be expected to possess current University and NESA certifications.
Applications close on 27 October 2024. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received
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