Dance Teacher

**The successful incumbent will have the ability to teach Dance in the Senior School on a** **fixed term contract and capacity to also teach Dance in the Junior School and/or contribute to co-curricular Performing Arts projects as a Choreographer/Dance Director.**

The incumbent is required to teach classes that accommodate mixed abilities, promote the objectives of pastoral care at St Michael’s, and commit to co-curricular activities during the School year according to the co-curricular responsibilities structure.

**The successful applicant will**:

- Be a qualified teacher and be able to demonstrate a suitable tertiary qualification in teaching and their methods.
- Have experience teaching Dance from Year 7 - VCE.
- Have experience and/or open to teaching Dance in the Junior years.
- Have experience working as a choreographer in Musical Theatre and/or Contemporary Dance styles.
- Be willing to be involved in all aspects of the School’s program.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and interact with both adults and students.
- Have high level communication skills.
- Be able to work independently but also as part of a dynamic, creative and collaborative team.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to following the School’s child safety expectations, principles and policies.
- Hold a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- Hold a current Anaphylaxis Certificate
- Hold a current National Police Check (obtained within the last 6 months)

St Michael’s Grammar School is one of the leading co-educational, independent schools in Australia, providing exceptional learning opportunities to students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

The School is respected for its exceptional education, wellbeing programs and a deep commitment to innovative approaches to teaching, learning and caring. St Michael’s empowers students to approach their lifelong learning journey with courage, confidence and a strong sense of social justice.

**Key benefits of working at St Michael’s Grammar School include**:

- Stimulating work and learning environment
- Exceptional resources and facilities
- Active Staff Association focused on staff collegiality and wellbeing
- Culture of continuous improvement and celebrating success
- Generous professional development and coaching opportunities
- Access to the Schools on-site café and sporting complex
- Staff benefits and Employee Assistance Program

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Mrs Katie-Jane Miliani on 03 8530 3341.

**Student Safety and Wellbeing**

St Michael’s Grammar School is committed to Student Safety and Wellbeing. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Student Safety and Wellbeing Policies and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the School’s website.