Crimson Academies is an education venture studio focused on building and scaling innovative schools alongside the AI-native software that supports them. Its portfolio spans primary and secondary education, including Crimson Global Academy, an online high school; Aotearoa Infinite Academy, a tuition-fee-free online school for New Zealand students; Future School, which combines AI-enabled and project-based learning; Mt Hobson Academy, which offers online primary education, project-based learning, and parent-led programmes; and Summit Point School, which provides specialist support for neurodiverse students. The company also develops software for school operations and learning, including student information systems, an AI-supported learning management system, HR and credentialing tools, and enrolment technology. Based in Auckland, Crimson Academies brings together education, SaaS, and artificial intelligence to support schools operating across campuses and borders.
Creative Arts Department Lead (Remote, New Zealand)
Lead Creative Arts at New Zealand’s first online charter school, guiding curriculum, teachers, assessment and digital courses. Build opportunities for students to present their work through online and in-person showcases.
Description
- Shape the Creative Arts department’s vision for Years 9–13
- Lead innovative online courses using digital studios, recording, virtual exhibitions and live performance
- Create online and in-person opportunities for students to share their work with whānau and the community
- Connect learning with NCEA, Scholarship, tertiary study and creative industries
- Lead, coach and appraise department teachers
- Build a culture of creativity and experimentation
- Oversee assessment, moderation and achievement data, including online portfolios and performance assessment
- Manage the department budget, creative software and equipment
- Teach as part of the role
Requirements
- Hold teacher registration and a full practising certificate
- Bring specialist expertise in at least one creative arts discipline
- Have leadership experience or a strong record of leading programmes, productions or exhibitions
- Be imaginative about using digital tools to expand creative learning
- Understand NCEA arts assessment, including portfolios and performance
- Be ready to build a creative community among students learning from different places
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time role
- Professional learning and development support
- Collaborative leadership network
- Competitive remuneration
- Opportunity to build a department from the ground up
- Creative software and equipment resources