Dance Educator

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Dance Teacher to join our vibrant and unique teaching and learning community. As a Dance Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational model of our school, which has recently introduced a vertical curriculum.

The successful candidate will have a strong passion for dance education and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences. You will be responsible for teaching dance according to the Victorian Curriculum, integrating various styles and techniques, and developing lesson plans that align with the curriculum and suit the varying skill levels of students.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach dance to students in Years 7-12, with possible VCE involvement
• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the Victorian Curriculum and suit the varying skill levels of students
• Assess students through practical performances, choreography tasks, reflective journals, and written assignments
• Prepare students for school events, performances, and assessments, fostering collaboration and ensemble work
• Stay current with the latest trends in dance education and pedagogical methods
• Collaborate with other teachers in the arts department for interdisciplinary projects

Requirements

• Must have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Hold a valid VIT registration
• CECV Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School (or working towards)
• Experience in 7-12 Dance advantageous- graduates welcome to apply
• Minimum 4-year bachelor's degree containing a teaching qualification, with further study an advantage
• Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years from upper management
• An understanding and appreciation of Catholic teachings, values, and traditions are essential for teaching within the Catholic system, or a preparedness to be working within this system

About Us

We are Tradewind Australia, a specialist education recruitment agency with a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities. We are committed to cultivating an excellent ongoing relationship with our teachers throughout their growing careers.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.