Casual Dance Academy Teacher  - Job Description

POSITION:           Dance Academy Teacher

REPORTS TO:      Senior Dance Academy Teacher

DEPARTMENT:    Co-Curricular

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Senior Dance Academy Teacher

• Dance Academy staff

• School Office

Mission Statement : Our mission is to assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

Role Description

The Covenant Christian School Dance Academy partners with parents in the nurture of their

children by providing opportunities which allow students to express their faith, gifts and

creativity through dance. This is done in an encouraging, Christ-centred atmosphere. Whilst

offering students a variety of the most popular dance styles, incorporating modern music and

movement, the Dance Academy ultimately desires students to glorify God.

We seek a suitably qualified and experienced dance teacher to join our team, in a casual

capacity, fostering a love and enthusiasm for dance in our students by teaching a variety of

dance styles to students between the ages of 5 to 18 years.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion actively involved in the life

of their local church.

• A genuine passion for, and capability in, Christian education and who wholeheartedly

subscribes to the school’s Statement of Belief.

• Relevant qualifications, training or experience, with a background in most dance styles,

including but not limited to; Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz, Hip Hop, Drama and Musical Theatre

• Experience teaching students between the ages of 5 to 18 years, with a particular

emphasis on the ability to engage with young children with enthusiasm and energy

• Passionate in encouraging students to develop their God-given gifts through Dance.

• Strong relationship and communication skills for building rapport and engaging with

students, parents and other school staff.

• Able to work effectively in a team environment

• Professional, energetic, positive, approachable and engaging manner with a focused

work ethic.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Teaching a variety of dance disciplines within our program between the hours of

3.00pm to 6.10pm on Monday - Thursday, during term time

• Planning and preparing for classes or rehearsing existing routines from current

teacher

• Work collaboratively with the Dance Academy team to prepare and rehearse routines

for the end of year Concert

• From time to time the Dance Academy teacher may be required to undertake other

tasks as directed by the Creative Arts Coordinator or Director of Co-Curricular.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE

2025 EMPLOYMENT

KEY DUTIES

• Experience in coaching a variety of sports

• Suitable coaching qualifications desirable

• Experience coaching students between the ages of 5 to 18 years, with a particular emphasis on the ability to engage with young children with enthusiasm and energy

• Available 2:30pm to 5:30pm, Monday to Thursday during school term time

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise with staff across the school and with parents/carers

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships with others

• Display a mature work ethic with ability to follow the instruction from the After School Care Coordinator

• Engage in activities for Prep students or K-Year 4 students, as appropriate. (There are two Care Assistants on duty on each occasion)

• Work with students individually and in small groups whilst facilitating play, homework and activities that are fun and engaging

• Assist students with the opportunity to develop personal, social and independent learning skills

• Ensure that the environment is safe and secure for all children, and provide constant supervision

• Maintain a clean and organised environment

• Care for the health and wellbeing of all children in the class, including supervising students while they are eating

• Oversee the collection of students by their parents and carers. Keep records of attendance including sign in and out sheets and maintain the confidentiality of any personal information

• Advise Coordinator immediately on any matters of concern and report any incident or accident

• Identify as a committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion active in their faith

• Demonstrate sound communication skills and competent level of literacy and numeracy

• Hold a Working with Children Check (or a willingness to obtain) if aged over 18 years.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS

After School Care Assistants (Casual positions available)

Covie's Vision and Mission establishes a strong foundation for students in providing a high quality education with a Christ-centred worldview in everything we do. We take pride in our range of student activities which complement and enhance student educational service as we continue to assist parents in the nurture of their children.

To facilitate the delivery of a quality After School Care program for our students aged 3-9 years, and under the supervision of our After School Care Coordinator, the school has employment opportunities for Covie students (who have reached 17 years old and in Year 11 or Year 12) to facilitate the delivery of a quality after school care program and to ensure the safety of all children within the program.

These casual opportunities will be scheduled for student flexibility, so as to not disrupt student homework/study (which must take priority). Individual engagements will be of 2-3 hours duration directly after school from 3pm, with the school providing After School Care services each week Monday through Friday, across the 38 school weeks.

In addition to offering students paid employment, these opportunities offer excellent experience to students who may also wish to progress into a Childcare or Education career.

Over 40 years committed to the same Vision and Mission Covenant Christian School was founded over 40 years ago by Christian parents who passionately believed that parents are responsible for bringing up their children in the training and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4).

Their vision was a school that provided a comprehensive education, taught to a high standard by Christian teachers, in which Christ was recognised as Lord of all. This education was not only to prepare the students for future study or work, but for life itself.

Today, this vision lives on through a dedicated Board, School Association, staff and community, united in this original Vision and Mission.

VISION To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

MISSION To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ- centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God's glory.

Located in leafy Belrose, NSW, Covenant Christian School is 19 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of Northern Beaches Council.

After School Care Assistants 2025 EMPLOYMENT

AWARD • Employment terms and conditions governed by the Christian Schools NSW (Support

and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreement (latest version). The School’s Staff Code of Conduct also applies to your employment.

• Staff salaries are paid fortnightly across the year by electronic funds transfer.

• A 6-month probationary period applies to all full-time and part-time positions.

POLICIES • The school is a smoke and alcohol-free environment.

• School Policies and procedures are in place for staff including those required by law. Training on policies occurs during induction, during our two Professional Development Weeks (in January and July each year) and during other times. Policies are accessible through the Covie Central computer network, and it is important that school policies are adhered to.

CHILD SAFETY STANDARDS • Covenant Christian School seeks to love others as Christ has loved us and this is

reflected in the responsibilities we undertake. The school regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations, and the maintenance of a child-safe culture. Each member of the school community has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role that they play, individually and collectively, to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all students is driving what they do and is well considered in all decisions made.

WHS

INDUCTION • All new staff attend a workplace induction prior to taking up their role at the school as

part of their on-boarding to the school.

OTHER

• It is an inherent requirement that staff sincerely affirm the school's Statement of Belief with its Principles and Covenants and inform the school should they no longer hold to these faith and belief statements. These are defined on the School's Website and here.

• Privacy and Confidentiality of school information is detailed in the school's Privacy Policy. Information must only be used or disclosed according to the provisions of this Policy and are not to be discussed with unauthorised persons or entities. You must undertake to always preserve this confidentiality whether or not employed by the School.

• You shall undertake such in-service training or other professional development seen as necessary by the school to maintain high standards and shall participate in the school's performance review process.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• The school is committed to providing a healthy and safe workplace for everyone. All staff have a responsibility to take reasonable care for their own safety and that of everyone else at school or involved in school activities. As such, you must comply with reasonable Workplace Health and Safety instructions, policies and procedures, including the provision of care to students within the scope of your role. You will also participate in school safety, such as by completing risk assessments, addressing hazards and reporting safety incidents.

After School Care Assistants 2025 EMPLOYMENT

Covenant Christian School Association Ltd | ACN 001 706 047 | ABN 16 293 921 492

For full information on our Application Process and to complete an Online Application Form please visit: www.covenant.nsw.edu.au/employment/application-process

PO Box 277 Belrose West NSW 2085 Australia | admin@covenant.nsw.edu.au | T 02 8459 4200 www.covenant.nsw.edu.au

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Casual employment, flexible work engagements, 3pm-5pm or 3pm-6pm Monday-Friday across the school terms

• Commencing Term 1, 2025

• Award: Level 1 position Childcare Services under the Christian Schools NSW (Support and Operational Staff) Multi-Enterprise Agreement (latest version).

Covenant Christian School works hard to ensure the selection process is as transparent, fair, thorough and straightforward as possible. Applications need to be accompanied by: • Completed Employment Application Form (found on the school website)

• Resume

• A recently written reference from your church minister (church involvement)

• Copy of any relevant academic transcripts

• Working With Children Check number (upon employment, if over 18 years)

The school reserves the right to modify and adjust role descriptions to meet its operational and strategic needs.

Melissa Brown Principal

for His glory. We have a glorious task here at Covenant Christian School of bringing the Gospel truth, as revealed in the Bible, to every aspect of student education.

We do this because we know that Christ is supreme in all things (Colossians 1:15-17), including the academic, sporting, creative and cultural spheres, whilst ensuring the love, care and wellbeing of all our Community.

It is our prayerful hope that every student who enters our care will understand that they are known and loved deeply by the Lord, and that a genuine relationship with Jesus will be evident in a life of faithful service for his glory.

After School Care Assistants 2025 EMPLOYMENT

Casual Secondary School Teachers (7-12)

Covenant Christian School is seeking applications from suitably qualified teachers to join our Secondary School in a casual capacity as we seek to provide not only high-quality teaching to our students, but a distinctly Christian education which ensures that a biblical worldview permeates the school’s teaching and learning practices.

Casual teachers are required by the school from time-to-time to stand in for regular class teachers who may become unavailable, either at short notice or as part of planned leave. You will be engaged for a minimum half-day engagement (but usually full days), and as a casual employee you will not need to accept all casual engagements that the school may offer.

As a Secondary School Teacher at the school you are responsible for implementing the Vision and Mission of the school in the context of the classroom. Student's work will have been prepared by the regular class teacher, enabling you to focus more on classroom supervision.

At Covenant, you are to show godly leadership to students, expressing your faith not only in the way you relate to them individually, but with all the interactions you have inside and outside the classroom, especially with staff and parents.

You will deliver curriculum content from a Christian perspective and in an age- appropriate manner that encourages students to think biblically about relevant areas of study along with being challenged to develop and use their gifts wisely.

You will be supported by our Head of Secondary School and Director of Teaching & Learning. Our Extension & Enrichment Coordinator, Learning Support team, Student Wellbeing Team and School Counsellors all provide additional support, where required.

You will implement a child safe culture that promotes positive wellbeing for students and implements the school’s discipline and welfare programs to help to instill cultural expectations in Secondary School.

Over 40 years committed to the same Vision and Mission Covenant Christian School was founded over 40 years ago by Christian parents who passionately believed that parents are responsible for bringing up their children in the training and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4).

Their vision was a school that provided a comprehensive education, taught to a high standard by Christian teachers, in which Christ was recognised as Lord of all. This education was not only to prepare the students for future study or work, but for life itself.

Today, this vision lives on through a dedicated Board, School Association, staff and community, united in this original Vision and Mission.

VISION To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

MISSION To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

Located in leafy Belrose, NSW, Covenant Christian School is 19 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district in the local government area of Northern Beaches Council.

As a Christ-centred community, we recognise that all staffing positions support, and are supported by, all other roles. Such inter-relationships require us to consult and collaborate with our staff.

‘Now you are all the body of Christ, and each one of you is part of it’. 1 Cor 12:27

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and deliver quality teaching to students, ensuring compliance with NESA requirements and school pedagogical perspectives, and aid in the delivery of curriculum content from a Christian perspective. (Class work being provided by the regular classroom teacher on Canvas).
• Provide an effective climate of learning that fosters academic achievement, actively exploring ways to differentiate learning experiences and assessment in the classroom.
• Implement a child safe culture that promotes positive student wellbeing and implements the school’s discipline and welfare programs, having a genuine care and interest in each child's welfare inside and outside the classroom.
• Post class, to provide any feedback to the regular classroom teacher to allow them to provide strong Parent Partnership presence that supports our community on both a day- to-day level and in Secondary School events and programs, including the Class Parents program.
• Establish and maintain a positive classroom culture that fosters clear student behavioural learning and discipline expectations aligned to the school’s Student Code of Conduct.
• Committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion actively involved in the life of their local church, with a strong passion for Christian community.
• Able and willing to sincerely affirm the School’s Statement of Belief modelling a lifestyle that reflects Christian practice and these beliefs in their everyday work and life.
• Genuine passion for, and capabilities in, Christian Education.
• NESA accredited to teach in NSW, experienced teachers and new teachers equally considered.
• Competent in the use of technology as it relates to education programs.
• A working knowledge of Canvas and Edumate desirable.
• Good interpersonal and communicative skills.
• An appreciation for, and understanding of, the unique developmental needs of students and the significance of spiritual, social and emotional learning to personal growth, wellbeing and academic engagement.
• Able to provide a valid Working with Children Check.