Dance Teacher - Secondary School

Workingin Newzealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Working In NZ Education is looking for a dedicated Secondary Dance Teacher for a permanent position in South Auckland. This role offers the chance to join a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and creative learning.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching dance to various age groups, develop engaging curricula, and support students with different learning needs. Join us in fostering creativity and collaboration within a thriving educational community.

Qualifications

• Skilled in teaching dance to students aged 13–18.
• Experience with external standards-based qualifications is advantageous.
• Ability to support a wide range of student abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging dance lessons across various styles.
• Support student achievement through tailored assessments.
• Foster creativity and collaboration in the classroom environment.

Skills

Dance teaching across secondary levels

Delivering practical and theory-based dance programmes

Teaching performance, choreography, and dance analysis

Preparing students for assessments

Building technique and creativity in dance

Creating engaging lessons

Incorporating various dance styles

Education

Registered with the Teaching Council of New Zealand

Job description

Working In NZ Education is seeking a skilled and motivated Secondary Dance Teacher for a permanent position at a well-established secondary school in South Auckland.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a diverse, community-focused school with a strong emphasis on student achievement, creative expression, and providing meaningful pathways for learners.

We are looking for an experienced teacher with strengths in:

• Dance teaching across secondary levels (approximately ages 13–18)
• Delivering both practical and theory-based dance programmes
• Teaching a range of skills including performance, choreography, and dance analysis
• Preparing students for senior assessments and qualifications (or equivalent in your home country)
• Using assessment evidence and past student work to guide teaching and support achievement
• Building strong foundations in technique, creativity, and dance understanding in younger students
• Supporting learners across a wide range of abilities, including extension and targeted support
• Creating engaging, structured, and well-paced lessons that promote confidence and participation
• Incorporating a variety of dance styles and cultural perspectives

The successful candidate will be confident working across different age groups and ability levels, and able to foster creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in a dynamic classroom or studio environment. Experience delivering externally assessed or standards-based qualifications (such as NCEA, GCSE, A-levels, or equivalent) will be an advantage.

Our team will support you throughout the recruitment process and present you to the school in the best possible way.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please submit your CV and register your interest.

To teach in New Zealand, you must be registered with the Teaching Council of New Zealand. If we progress with your application, we can offer general guidance to support you through this process.

Teaching roles are included on New Zealand’s Green List, which provides a residency pathway for eligible teachers.