Primary Specialist Teacher - Visual Arts

AISHK is on the lookout for internationally minded, collaborative, and effective communicators to become part of our dynamic learning community in Hong Kong.

Founded in 1995, AISHK is a premier co-educational day school offering a distinctive combination of Australian and international curricula from Reception (K2) to Year 12. We are searching for experienced educators who exemplify outstanding classroom practices and excel in a multicultural setting.

Joining AISHK means being part of a nurturing professional community dedicated to achieving educational excellence, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Hong Kong has to offer.

Australian International School Hong Kong is a distinguished educational institution focused on delivering high-quality Australian curriculum education in a supportive and energetic environment. We are currently looking for a devoted and enthusiastic Primary Specialist Teacher - Visual Arts to start with us in July 2026.

In this Arts teaching role, you will be tasked with delivering stimulating lessons that motivate students to cultivate their skills in music and visual arts. This position is an excellent opportunity for educators passionate about teaching Visual Arts within the framework of both the Australian and international curriculum.

Values and Attitudes:

- A strong passion for enhancing student learning and growth through the Arts

- A commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and positive learning atmosphere

- A readiness to collaborate with colleagues as part of a professional team

- An openness to ongoing professional development

- A dedication to embodying the values of integrity, respect, empathy, and cultural sensitivity

If you are excited about the prospect of sharing your passion for education in an international context while advancing your teaching career at AISHK, we encourage you to apply.

Role Statement:

The Primary Visual Arts Specialist will report to the Head of Primary and will work in partnership with the Deputy Heads of Primary to provide an exceptional Visual Arts program for primary students at the school. This role will involve close collaboration with both Primary and Secondary Visual Arts teaching staff.

Essential Criteria:

· Relevant tertiary qualifications in Visual Arts education.

· Proven experience as a successful Primary Visual Arts teacher.

· Familiarity with and understanding of the ACARA The Arts curriculum for Years R-6.

· In-depth knowledge of Visual Arts and a well-developed understanding of the visual arts practice within the Australian context.

· Strong interpersonal skills – capable of effective planning, decision-making, and collaboration with professional colleagues, engaging in curriculum development, participating in professional reading, and actively seeking new teaching methodologies.

· A demonstrated ability to create highly engaging visual arts experiences tailored to individual needs, along with experience in assessing such programs.

· Advanced technology skills and a willingness to enhance those skills.

· A passionate, knowledgeable, and proactive educator committed to well-being practices and positive psychology in education (i.e., PROSPER).

Responsibilities:

The Primary Visual Arts teacher will be tasked with, but not limited to, the following duties:

· A commitment to student well-being.

· Planning, implementing, and teaching the Visual Arts program for primary years.

· Sequentially organizing visual arts skills and planning experiences that align with students’ development. Wherever feasible, cross-curricular connections should be incorporated into the school's program.

· Employing a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual differences.

· Delivering artistic learning experiences that utilize technology and innovative approaches.

· Designing and showcasing specialized instructional strategies and techniques.

· Engaging students in artistic experiences that enable them to explore ideas, develop artistic skills, and respond to works created by others.

· Utilizing a variety of assessment methods that are fair, inclusive, and appropriate.

· Promoting and celebrating Primary art through school displays and art exhibitions.

· Collaborating with the Head of Primary and other members of the Visual Arts team to manage visual arts equipment and supply orders.

· Acting ethically, embodying positivity, demonstrating a growth mindset, and contributing to the school’s ethos and community life.

· Undertaking teaching responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Primary.

· Performing any additional tasks as may be requested by the Head of School.