Song and Dance Program Facilitator

Edith Cowan University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 56,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave entitlements

Wellbeing programs

Industry-leading superannuation

Job summary

Edith Cowan University is seeking a Song and Dance Program Facilitator to deliver a Noongar language program for Aboriginal children aged 0-2 and their caregivers. The role supports the Project Coordinator and engages Early Childhood staff in interactive sessions.

You will foster safe, engaging learning experiences, drawing on music, dance, and community arts. Tertiary qualifications in related fields are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children and families in education or arts.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging music and dance sessions.
• Collaborative and safe learning environment focus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Noongar language song and dance program for Aboriginal children aged 0-2 and their families.
• Support the Project Coordinator and engage Early Childhood staff in sessions.
• Facilitate group sessions and build positive relationships with families and communities.
• Follow the position description and project guidelines.

Skills

Experience in music & dance education

Education

Tertiary qualifications in education / early childhood / music / dance / performing arts / health

Job description

Kurongkurl Katitjin - CITY CAMPUS/OFF CAMPUS

$79,352 to $84,515 pa PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION

12 MONTH FIXED TERM, PART TIME (0.6 FTE)

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

Kurongkurl Katitjin is a place where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and knowledges are not only respected, but central to everything we do.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic Song and Dance Program Facilitator to support the Project Coordinator to deliver a Noongar language song and dance program for Aboriginal children aged 0-2 years, their caregivers and Early Childhood and Parenting Centre staff.

Working closely with the project team, you will facilitate engaging group sessions which include performing and teaching Noongar songs and dance while building positive relationships with families, babies and communities.

Key responsibilities include:

A complete list of accountabilities can be viewed in the position description.

About you

You are passionate about working with young children and families and have experience in music, dance, education, community arts or related fields. You enjoy working collaboratively and are committed to creating safe, positive and engaging learning experiences.

You will demonstrate:

Tertiary qualifications in education, early childhood, music, dance, performing arts, health or a related discipline are desirable.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

Please contact Jax West Kosanovic, Project Coordinator on 08 6304 4611 or [e-mail] for more information.

Advert Closure

Applications close Sunday, 15th November 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.

At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.

Position Description Opens in new window