Teacher - Dance


Teacher - Dance

Full-time, fixed-term, parental leave cover

Epsom, Auckland

Commencement Date: 17 August 2026

End Date: 2 July 2027 (End of Term 2, 2027)

About us:

St Cuthbert's College is an independent Year 0–13 day and boarding school for 1600 girls, founded in the Presbyterian tradition. For over a century, we have been dedicated to educating and nurturing remarkable young women. Our heritage, values and academic achievements are well-known and respected.

About the role:

St Cuthbert’s College is seeking a motivated and inspiring Teacher of Dance to join our Performing Arts Faculty on a fixed-term basis to cover parental leave. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and well-supported Performing Arts Faculty.

The successful candidate will be:

  • Required and able to teach Dance across Year 7–10
  • Experience teaching Dance within the New Zealand Curriculum
  • A passionate educator who connects easily with young people
  • Required to be actively involved in the co-curricular life of the Performing Arts Faculty
  • A highly collegial team player who values professional learning
  • Able to contribute to a well-resourced faculty that strives to provide the very best learning opportunities for students
  • A teacher with a current New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate
  • Able to demonstrate valid working rights in New Zealand
  • Knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum in Dance is required

To be successful in this role, you need to:

  • Epitomise St Cuthbert's "By Love Serve" motto, showing kindness and empathy in all you do
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a strong team player
  • Be an effective verbal and written communicator

What we can offer you:

  • An attractive salary package
  • A collaborative and supportive Performing Arts Faculty
  • Highly motivated students who are keen to learn and engage
  • Access to free Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
  • Access to the on-site fitness centre, indoor pool and physiotherapist.

How to apply:

If you wish to apply, please click 'Apply' and submit a cover letter and CV. Please refer to the position description for more information, or contact our Human Resources team at humanresources@stcuthberts.school.nz if you have any questions.

Note: We are unable to accept applications, CVs, or cover letters sent via email. All applications must be submitted via our online system by clicking 'Apply'.

Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 at 3pm

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Fixed Term

Job no: DYAK61013

Location: Epsom, Auckland

Closing Date: Friday, 15 May 2026