Employment

Perth College is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Dance Teacher who is passionate about inspiring students and nurturing artistic expression within a dynamic learning environment.

This is a part-time role (approximately 0.43 FTE) to cover parental leave commencing Term 3 2026.  For the remainder of the 2026 School Year, the allocated timetable runs across 4-days per week with a possibility of additional cover continuing into 2027.

This role includes a Performing Arts time allowance to accommodate co-curricular Dance and/or Drama involvement.  

Experience teaching Year 11 and 12 ATAR Dance is a requirement.  In addition, we seek candidates who also have the flexibility and willingness to support our other Performing Arts, Drama and Junior School program when required.

AboutYou
If you are a passionate Dance Teacher who inspires creativity and ignites students from all different experience levels to develop a love for movement, we would like to hear from you. You will bring strong classroom management and communication skills, a positive education student-centred approach, and the ability to work collaboratively.

You have:

• Bachelor of Education (Dance specialisation), or a relevant Dance/Performing Arts degree
• Current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• Current Working With Children Check
• Knowledge and experience in a range of dance styles and teaching methodologies (e.g. contemporary, ballet, jazz, hip hop)
• Current Year 11 and 12 ATAR Dance experience
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to share expertise and resources
• Demonstrated strong dance technique and an understanding of choreography and performance

Why Join Us:

Perth College proudly provides a friendly, supportive and inclusive community.  Here is a snapshot of what our team enjoys:

• Be part of a welcoming, values-driven school where staff feel supported and connected
• Access to professional learning opportunities, and the chance to build your career
• Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and care for the school community
• A fantastic Mount Lawley location just 2kms from the CBD with great local amenities and public transport 
• An onsite café with affordable snacks and lunches 
• Well-equipped staffrooms and exceptionally resourced Performing Arts studios and theatres.
• Our weekly catered morning tea and termly lunches bring colleagues together  
• Access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

To Apply

The School recognises that Position Statements are dynamic documents which are reviewed as required.

DANCE TEACHER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Applications close Monday 18 May 2026 at 12.00 pm. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received and Perth College reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications submitted to hr@pc.wa.edu.au, please include your CV and a 1-page letter, including at least two referees who can comment on your work performance.

Perth College is committed to child safety. As part of our recruitment and selection process, all applicants will be required to undergo appropriate pre-employment screening.