Performing Arts Teacher | Dance, Drama & Music | Years 8-9

Full-time | 12-Month Contract | January 2027

Salary: $96,000–$136,000 + super, increasing to $100,000–$142,000 from March 2027

An exciting opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic Performing Arts Teacher to inspire secondary students through Dance, Drama, Music and performance-based learning at a Catholic P–12 school.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Market-competitive salary increasing to $100,000–$142,000 + super from 3 March 2027.

- $3,000 relocation support plus three days' accommodation upon arrival.

- Opportunity to contribute to performing arts education, student performances and creative expression across Years 7–12.

About the School

HARKE Recruitment has partnered with a Catholic P–12 school in the Northern Territory. The school offers a supportive, values-driven learning environment where creativity, student engagement and community connection are valued. Teachers have the opportunity to contribute beyond the classroom, helping students build confidence, express themselves and develop their talents through creative and performing arts experiences.

About the Role

The school is seeking a qualified Performing Arts Teacher to deliver engaging and practical learning experiences across Years 8-9 , with a focus on Dance, Drama, Music and the broader Performing Arts.

The role offers an opportunity for a creative educator to develop students' performance skills, confidence and appreciation of the arts.

Teaching responsibilities may include:

- Dance: Developing students' movement, choreography, performance techniques and creative expression.

- Drama: Teaching acting, improvisation, character development, script interpretation and theatrical performance.

- Music: Supporting students in musical performance, composition, appreciation and practical music-making.

- Performing Arts:



Delivering collaborative performance projects that combine dance, drama, music and creative production.

- School Productions: Contributing to concerts, performances, productions and other school community events.

Specific subject allocations will be confirmed with the school. Teachers with expertise in one or more Performing Arts disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Responsibilities

- Plan and deliver engaging Performing Arts lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum and relevant senior secondary requirements.

- Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment that supports student wellbeing, safeguarding and confidence in creative expression.

- Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback and communicate effectively with students and families.

- Collaborate with colleagues to support performances, productions, creative projects and whole-school activities.

- Demonstrate initiative in developing student participation, performance opportunities and the school's Performing Arts program.

Requirements

- Relevant teaching qualifications with specialisation in Dance, Drama, Music or Performing Arts.

- Ability to teach Performing Arts across secondary year levels, with experience in Years 7–12 highly regarded.

- Registration with, or eligibility for, the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory (NTTRB) .

- Full Australian working rights. Overseas-trained teachers are welcome to apply; sponsorship is not available.

- Two professional referees and successful completion of HARKE's safeguarding and onboarding requirements.

How to Apply

If you are a Dance, Drama, Music or Performing Arts Teacher looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a school community in 2027, HARKE Recruitment would welcome your application.

Apply now with your CV to discuss the position, teaching allocation, relocation assistance and next steps.

📌 Performing Arts Teacher (Northern Territory)
🏢 HARKE Recruitment
📍 Northern Territory