Dance & Cheer Teacher Position

Join Our Vibrant Teaching Team!

Are you an exceptional dance and cheer educator passionate about nurturing young talent while fostering creativity and excellence? Maxi-Jazz Dance Studio invites dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to join our renowned teaching team for 2027, ideally starting in Term 4 2026. If you're available, we'd love you to join us from mid to late November to learn our culture, curriculum and expectations alongside our team, ready to lead your own classes independently from 2027.

Already committed for the rest of this year? No problem, we'll arrange your start in January. If you embody joy, possess a genuine love for teaching, and thrive on empowering students to surpass their potential, we want to hear from you!

About Us:

At Maxi-Jazz Dance Studio, we foster a culture of warmth, encouragement, and support among our teaching team. Our core values revolve around community, teamwork, inclusion, and confidence and we pride ourselves on delivering a nurturing and inspiring setting for our students and their families. Our mission is to empower students to become more than they imagined and create cherished memories in our studio.

Studio Offerings and Syllabi:

We follow a diverse syllabus that includes Acrobatic Arts, ATOD, Dance Cirque, IDT, IASF Cheer and Discover Dance. This comprehensive approach ensures a well-rounded dance education that nurtures creativity and skill development in our students and we’re always looking for more opportunities to expand and grow with our curriculum.

Performances, Community and Competition Opportunities:

Our student concerts showcase the culmination of our students' hard work and dedication. Additionally, we actively engage with the community by performing at local charities and community events, allowing our students to contribute positively beyond the studio walls.

We boast Enhancement Program (Competition) Teams that compete in both Newcastle and Sydney in both Cheer and Dance.



These teams provide additional opportunities for dedicated students to refine their skills and showcase their talent on a competitive platform.

Professional Development and Support:

Joining Maxi-Jazz Dance Studio means accessing a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We’re committed to the growth of our teaching team. We offer extensive support, including annual 3-day team retreats, quarterly training and workshops, 1:1 mentoring, and access to professional development courses. Teachers also have the chance to attend external expos, workshops, and courses to further enrich their teaching methodologies.

Who We're Looking For:

If you resonate with the following qualities and qualifications, we encourage you to apply:

- At least 3 years' experience teaching your own classes independently (essential).
- A welcoming, nurturing demeanour with a genuine passion for teaching students of all ages.
- Extensive experience and qualifications across various styles including Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop, AcroDance, Contemporary, Lyrical, Pom, Cheerleading, and Tumbling.
- Experience in competition coaching for Cheer and Dance is highly valued.
- Proficiency in building strong connections with students, families, and fellow teaching team members.
- Confidence and expertise in leading classes for children as young as 2 years old up to adult age groups.
- A solid understanding of early childhood development or a keen willingness to learn.
- Alignment with our mission, values, and teaching philosophies emphasising joy, acceptance, and inclusiveness.
- Experience in implementing syllabi and planning progressive class learning.
- A dedication to personal growth, continuous learning, and professional development.
- Reliability, professionalism, and accountability in all aspects of teaching.




- Comfort using online systems for administrative tasks.
- Possession of a current Working With Children Check, First Aid, and CPR certificates or the willingness to obtain them.

Position Overview: As part of our vibrant team, you'll teach combination style classes for ages 2 years to adults. If you're available, we'd prefer you start in Term 4 2026 (from around mid to late November), getting involved wherever we can fit you in, from team-teaching and assisting to helping with events and concert preparation, so you understand how we do things at MJDS. Otherwise, your start will be arranged in January.

From 2027 you'll take on your own classes independently. Creativity, enthusiasm, and the ability to connect with students and their families are essential qualities for success in this role.

Details:

- Preferred start in Term 4 2026 (around week commencing 16 or 23 November) if available, otherwise January 2027, with your own classes on our 2027 timetable based on your experience and qualifications.
- Hourly compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, following the Fitness Award guidelines including superannuation and other penalty rates.
- This role begins as a casual position, with potential opportunities for permanent or full-time roles within our MJDS company.

How to Apply: Excited about this opportunity? Apply via Indeed with your resume and a short cover letter by Friday 23 October.

Shortlisted applicants will be sent a short questionnaire about their suitability for the role, their experience and what they can bring to MJDS, before we move to face-to-face interviews.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cameron Park NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
- Dance &/or Cheer Teaching: 3 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Dance and Cheer Teacher (Cameron Park)
🏢 Maxi-Jazz Dance Studio
📍 Cameron Park