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• Teacher Education Scholarships • Graduate Recruitment Program - E mployment as a teacher in schools with significant Aboriginal student enrolments - GRP Incentive Scholarship Program • Applying through the GRP • Explore Your Future - Beyond the Bridge - Beyond the Line - Financial Support for Professional Experience • Casual and Temporary Teaching • Join Our Mob - Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders
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WHY CHOOSE TEACHING? The NSW Department of Education and Communities offers you the opportunity to work with one of the largest education providers in Australia with a network of over 2,200 schools throughout NSW. Few careers are as professionally rewarding and personally satisfying as that of teaching. It is a career where you can actually make a profound and lasting contribution to the future by positively influencing the lives of your students. Teaching offers you the opportunity to “make a difference” which is a great reason for you to choose teaching as a career. If you have an affinity for working with children and young people and enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience with them you could make a great teacher.
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Teaching also offers a unique arena in which to express your creativity. As a teacher you have the opportunity to share your knowledge of a subject you enjoy, and at which you excel. You can also involve yourself in the broader education of students in creative, sporting and recreational pursuits. A teaching career enables you to give something of lifelong value to your community. What’s more, it is one of the few professions that offer an ideal and flexible work/life balance. When you train as a teacher, you are also learning transferable skills that can equip you for many professions outside and beyond the classroom. Teaching in a NSW public school is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to pursue an intellectually challenging and creative career.
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WHY TEACH WITH US? As a teacher in the NSW public education system you will become part of one of the largest organisations in the southern hemisphere: an organisation which has served the State of NSW for over 150 years. Applying to teach with us opens the gateway to the rewards and benefits of teaching in public education as a casual, temporary or permanent teacher in NSW public schools.
Enjoy the unique personal and professional rewards of a career in NSW public education
A rewarding and challenging career Your career in public schools will be more than just personally rewarding. We can offer you an unparalleled variety of work, mentoring and ongoing support and training.
Excellent starting salaries* A beginning four year trained permanent or temporary teacher working full time earns a starting salary of $58,250 plus superannuation and leave loading.
There are so many opportunities to pursue your individual interests and talents in our State-wide network of schools. An attractive starting salary, promotion on merit, generous leave entitlements and flexible working conditions make the NSW Department of Education and Communities the first choice of employer for teachers.
Start as a casual, temporary or permanent teacher in a remote location and you’ll not only enjoy the benefits of a rural lifestyle and increased career development opportunities but also a wide range of added incentives and allowances depending on the school location.
You can move from your classroom into other teaching related career areas and back again. Within such a large organisation, opportunities for promotion are real and available for those with the right skills and leadership potential. Working in the public education system can take your career to different locations across NSW.
Casual teachers with the same level of training earn between $301 and $347 per day (depending on experience) which includes a loading in lieu of leave entitlements. Salary increases are by annual increments subject to continued satisfactory performance. Our school leaders are well remunerated, with a head teacher or assistant principal earning a salary of $99,982 and a principal of a large high school earning a salary of $149,317.
* All salary rates are current as at 6 January 2012.
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You can choose to increase the value of your take-home pay through salary packaging benefits such as cars, computers, mobile phones and personal superannuation payments.
Generous leave and working conditions Our teachers enjoy highly attractive holiday and leave conditions. In addition to four weeks annual leave, there is no requirement for teachers to attend school during student vacation periods. Permanent and temporary teachers have access to sick leave, family and
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carers leave, maternity and paternity leave, leave without pay and long service leave (after seven years of service).
If you choose to work in one of our more remote rural schools, you may be entitled to a range of additional benefits and incentives.
Our permanent teachers can participate in the Deferred Salary Scheme which allows them to take a year off on 80 per cent of their salary to pursue other interests such as further study, overseas travel or industry experience.
Check out our benefits calculator at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/calculator to view the entitlements at each NSW public school.
Flexible working options such as permanent parttime or casual employment allow you to balance work, lifestyle and family responsibilities.
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WORKING WITH US NSW public schools deliver high quality and internationally competitive education from early childhood through to Year 12. It is a broad arena in which you can share your knowledge in a field that interests you. The Department provides school education for over 730,000 students from preschool to Year 12 throughout NSW. We have around 80,000 casual, temporary and permanent teachers working in our schools. We are an organisation that values and celebrates the achievements of its students and teachers.
Teach what you love As a teacher in NSW public schools, you will be at the forefront of innovation in curriculum delivery. You can become completing:
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Early childhood and primary teaching areas The undergraduate subject content studies in your degree should be aligned to the subject(s) you wish to teach. For primary teaching you need to have a range of subjects that cover all the primary curriculum areas. Guiding students through their first years of learning is one of the most important responsibilities you can have as a teacher and one of the most rewarding.
•a double degree program such as a Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching, or • an integrated program (such as a Bachelor of Education) which includes both subject content studies and teacher education, or
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As a teacher in NSW public schools, you will be at the forefront of innovation in curriculum delivery
Secondary teaching areas
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NSW secondary school teachers deliver one or more subjects to students from Year 7 to Year 12. These subjects are broadly grouped into eight key learning areas: creative arts, English, human society and its environment, languages, mathematics, personal development, health and physical education and science and technology.
With additional study, you can broaden your teaching range and expertise by teaching in a number of specialist areas including: careers advising, English as a second language, school counselling, special education, teacher librarian and vocational education and training.
When you’re choosing what to study for an undergraduate degree and you’re not entering a Bachelor of Education or Bachelor of Teaching, choose a degree that is aligned with the key learning areas you want to teach.
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Visit the teach.NSW website for more detailed information about individual teaching areas.
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OUR PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES Teacher Education Scholarships Every year the NSW Department of Education and Communities offers Teacher Education Scholarships for one to five years as part of its continuing commitment to employ top quality teachers in subject areas and locations of high staffing need. Many previous scholarship recipients have come from a range of industry backgrounds, including maths and science related fields and are now enjoying successful careers as NSW
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public school teachers. Many Aboriginal people, including some who were already working in schools or working with young people, have become successful scholarship holders and teachers. Each year there are 300 scholarships on offer, of which up to 80 are available specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to train as teachers in primary or any secondary subject area. The remaining scholarships are for students to train as teachers in mathematics, science (physics), English and primary or secondary special education. Scholars receive financial assistance of up to $5,000 a year plus a one-off grant of $3,000 when you begin your teaching career with a guaranteed permanent job. You may also be eligible for the HECS-HELP benefit from the Commonwealth Government. For further information about Teacher Education Scholarships visit the teach.NSW website at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/scholarships.
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Graduate Recruitment Program The NSW Department of Education and Communities’ Graduate Recruitment Program (GRP) facilitates the transition of teacher education graduates to teachers approved for casual, temporary and permanent employment in NSW public schools. You are eligible to apply for the GRP if you: •h ave Australian citizenship or permanent residency* • are currently enrolled in an accredited initial teacher education program through a university in NSW or ACT (or other selected universities that are invited to participate) • are a full-time or part-time student in your last two semesters of study. Aboriginal teaching graduates are encouraged to apply through this program.
Employment as a teacher in schools with significant Aboriginal student enrolments The NSW Department of Education and Communities is committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal students in its schools. Through the GRP, the Department is seeking graduates with a particular interest in teaching in schools with significant Aboriginal enrolments. If you are interested in teaching in schools with significant Aboriginal student enrolments and believe you have relevant skills, knowledge or experience to work in localities with high proportions of Aboriginal people, you are encouraged to apply for this initiative. Graduates who apply for this initiative need to meet eligibility requirements and book an interview in the category Aboriginal Initiative by emailing grp@det.nsw.edu.au. More information is available on the GRP website at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/grp.
The program offers graduating teachers a number of benefits:
GRP Incentive Scholarship Program
• As a GRP applicant, you can apply for our advertised teaching positions. • If eligible, you can receive an interim approval to teach allowing you to work as a casual or temporary teacher in NSW public schools while completing your studies. • When your application is finalised you will also be included in our State-wide database of teachers seeking casual, temporary and permanent teaching positions. This database is used to fill some of our vacancies through a matching process.
The Department, through the GRP, offers mid-year and end of year graduates who are seeking employment in the areas of physics, mathematics, special education (K-12) or technological and applied studies (particularly engineering studies, in combination with industrial technology - wood, metal, plastics, graphics and design and technology) the opportunity to apply for an incentive scholarship. This program is not available to existing Teacher Education Scholarship holders.
Incentive scholarship holders will receive: •a guaranteed permanent teaching position in an agreed location • a training allowance of $2,500 in the final semester of study • a further payment of $1,000 to assist in settling into a new permanent teaching position the following semester. For more information about the GRP Incentive Scholarship Program visit the GRP website or contact the Scholarships Team at scholarships@det.nsw.edu.au.
Applying through the Graduate Recruitment Program There is no closing date for applications however, once you have graduated you are not eligible to apply through the GRP. Once you commence your final year of study, it is recommended that you create an online application. Once you are registered with us, you will receive regular updates and important information about the GRP. GOT A QUESTION? Go to www.teach.nsw.edu.au/grp for full details of the application process and to read the Frequently Asked Questions or email grp@det.nsw.edu.au. Follow our GRP facebook page for regular program updates and discussions at www.facebook.com/decgrp.
* International students can apply for casual teaching approval in accordance with their work rights under their visa
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Explore Your Future
School Community Visits
Explore Your Future offers teacher education students the chance to experience schools located in areas of NSW that hold the greatest number of future employment opportunities. Explore Your Future provides valuable experiences for making choices about your teaching future in NSW public schools.
Living and working in western and south western Sydney offers the best of both worlds. With Sydney’s CBD easily accessible, you’re free to experience the wealth of cultural and social opportunities available in Australia’s largest metropolis. At the same time, you can take advantage of the increased professional opportunities available to teachers in those areas.
There are two programs on offer through Explore Your Future: these are Beyond The Bridge and Beyond The Line. Explore Your Future - Beyond the Bridge Broaden your horizons and increase your career options by taking some time to explore Sydney’s western and south western school communities. The Beyond The Bridge program gives you the chance to experience schools located in metropolitan areas that hold the greatest number of employment opportunities.
During the visit, you’ll meet the teachers and students, observe teaching and learning practices and have the opportunity for discussions with a mix of beginning and experienced teachers.
and south western Sydney. Many previous participants in the Professional Experience program have noted the close knit team environment and abundance of high quality resources enjoyed by these schools. Students who have participated in this program are well placed to take advantage of the increased casual, temporary and permanent employment opportunities offered within these communities. Teacher education students in all NSW universities, University of Canberra, La Trobe University, Wodonga campus or Griffith University are eligible to participate in Beyond The Bridge. Check with your course coordinator for details of your university’s involvement. Explore Your Future - Beyond the Line
Professional Experience Beyond The Bridge Professional Experience gives participants the opportunity to undertake their practicum in schools within western
Beyond The Line gives university students a taste of teaching and living in rural NSW, by introducing them to schools and communities in the Bourke, Broken Hill, Deniliquin, Dubbo,
Explore Your Future provides valuable experiences to assist you in making choices about your teaching future in NSW public schools
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Griffith and Moree areas, and selected schools in the Armidale, Orange and Tamworth areas.
A schedule of visits is available online at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/events.
The program provides a snapshot of a rural teacher’s life, firsthand experience of country hospitality and the chance to discover more about employment opportunities in country areas. This is also a great way to make connections for a future practicum or for casual and temporary work after you graduate.
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School Community Visits Participants in Beyond The Line are often surprised by the great lives teachers lead and the immense respect rural communities show to teachers and schools, and the camaraderie that exists amongst the staff. The visit is your chance to see rural schools in action, ask questions and receive honest appraisals about teaching and living in the country. Teacher education students participating in Beyond The Line School Community Visits travel by coach to a selection of country schools and are billeted with local teachers or accommodated in hotels, motels or cabins in the area.
Broaden your horizons and increase your career options by taking some time to explore
Beyond The Line Professional Experience provides participants with financial assistance from the NSW Department of Education and Communities towards accommodation and travel expenses associated with their practicum placement. Your time at the school is also supported by local teachers and school communities resulting in a rich professional and cultural experience. Additionally, you’ll be well prepared to decide whether the country life is for you and be in a great position to seek future employment in these schools. Teacher education students in all NSW universities, University of Canberra, La Trobe University, Wodonga Campus and Griffith University are eligible to participate in Beyond The Line. Check with your course coordinator for details of your university’s involvement.
Many students choose to build on their School Community Visit by later participating in the Beyond The Line Professional Experience program.
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Casual.Direct and Temporary Teacher Placement Programs Teachers who have approval to teach in NSW public schools are automatically registered with Casual.Direct, the Department’s computerised casual teacher staffing system providing casual teachers to schools upon request. Teachers registered with Casual.Direct are also considered for temporary teacher placement programs with opportunities through the Teacher Relief Scheme (TRS), Rural Area Relief Scheme (RAR) and Local Area Relief Scheme (LAR) to assist schools in covering longer term temporary vacancies. Once you have registered with Casual.Direct, a staffing officer may contact you between the hours of 6.00am to 10.00am or 3.30pm to 7.30pm to offer you a casual posting. You will be advised of the school name, the name of the principal, the school address and telephone number. Being registered also gives you access to our temporary teacher placement programs. You can update your details with Casual.Direct at any time by completing the form available on the teach.NSW website. Teachers who have approval to teach should contact schools directly and advise of their availability for casual and temporary teaching as well as being registered with Casual.Direct. As a casual or temporary teacher you’ll be eligible for a range of incentive benefits including pro-
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rata transfer points which can be activated upon your permanent appointment, and acceleration of your priority date for permanency through the Teacher Employment Priority Scheme (TEPS). Check out full information on TEPS at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/teps. Subscribe to the teach.NSW JobFeed at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/jobs to automatically receive regular updates on advertised temporary teacher vacancies. The Teacher Relief Scheme (TRS) assists schools to attract and engage relief teachers. The scheme identifies teachers for employment on a long-term temporary or even permanent basis. TRS teachers can be employed to cover day to day relief or vacancies created by teachers taking leave.
Casual and temporary employment provides valuable experience for teachers just starting out as well as for those seeking variety and new experiences in their careers
The Local Area Relief Scheme (LAR) is a pool of mobile relief teachers available for employment in identified school staffing areas in western Sydney and south western Sydney. Rural Area Relief Scheme (RAR) is a pool of mobile relief teachers employed to meet the short-term relief needs of schools in identified rural and regional areas. Working as a LAR or RAR teacher involves travel between schools which can be significant in rural areas. Teachers in LAR and RAR positions are required to have a reliable and fully insured vehicle and are reimbursed for their travel expenses on a per kilometre basis.
Teachers will have an opportunity through these programs to teach across a range of subject areas, locations and age ranges.
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Join Our Mob - Aboriginal People and Torres Strait Islanders The NSW Department of Education and Communities is committed to increasing the numbers of Aboriginal teachers in its schools
This comes to $23,000 for a four-year teacher education course. Scholarships are available for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students who wish to become either primary or secondary teachers in any subject, including school counselling and special education.
Throughout your teaching career, you will always have the continuous support of agencies and groups dedicated to ensuring that your teaching journey is personally and professionally rewarding.
As a teacher with a proud Aboriginal heritage, you have a unique opportunity to share your knowledge, values and cultural experience with the wider community
and has a number of initiatives in place to achieve this goal. If you are an Aboriginal person looking for a rewarding career and the chance to make a difference to your mob, why not consider training to become a teacher? To help you train as a teacher we offer generous incentives and financial support through our Teacher Education Scholarships, which provides guaranteed employment on completion of your studies and financial assistance including a $5,000 annual training allowance plus a oneoff $3,000 grant when you commence teaching.
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The Department has a number of support strategies for Aboriginal scholarship holders, including personalised assistance and advice, ongoing contact through an informal newsletter, access to online support for beginning teachers and teacher education students as well as a mentor to guide you through your first years of teaching. At university, there is plenty of support for you during your studies. Many universities have Indigenous Education Support Centres providing cultural, personal and academic assistance and advice to Aboriginal students.
Newly appointed Aboriginal teachers also receive, in addition to the usual school-based induction programs, support through local and regional networks, mentoring during their first year of teaching and regular contact with Aboriginal human resources officers. For more information, please visit our Join Our Mob website www.teach.nsw.edu.au/jom or contact our Aboriginal Liaison Officer on 02 9836 9263.
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APPLYING TO TEACH WITH US If you are completing your university studies and are currently undertaking a degree in a relevant subject area (for example, mathematics, science or English), you can choose to undertake an additional one to two years of study, such as a Diploma of Education or a Master of Teaching.
Take the first steps to a rewarding teaching career in NSW public schools
Alternatively, study may consist of a four or five-year combined degree program such as a Bachelor of Mathematics/Bachelor of Teaching. There is currently a high demand in NSW public schools for mathematics, science (with physics) and special education teachers as well as school counsellors. If you specialise in any of these areas your opportunities for employment as a teacher are greatly enhanced.
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To work with the NSW Department of Education and Communities, you will first need to obtain an ‘approval to teach’. You will receive this approval when you meet the requirements set by the Department and the NSW Institute of Teachers. This applies to all new teachers in NSW public schools including teachers resuming their career after an absence of five or more years. Only Australian citizens or permanent residents may be offered permanent employment as a teacher in NSW public schools. To obtain approval to work as a casual, temporary or permanent teacher in NSW public schools you will need to apply to the Department by completing an online application at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/apply and obtain a Statement of Eligibility for accreditation from the NSW Institute of Teachers. The Institute will determine whether you have completed the required subject content to teach primary or secondary school students. To apply for this assessment, go to the Institute’s website at www.nswteachers.nsw.edu.au. If you are successful in your application with the Department, you will be invited for an interview.
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For more information about employment with us go to www.det.nsw.edu.au/about-us/careerscentre/school-careers.
Once you have been approved, you can start casual and temporary teaching in NSW public schools while seeking a permanent position.
The NSW Institute of Teachers will advise you if you need to undertake an English language assessment. You may also be required to
With over 2200 NSW public schools we offer you enormous scope to broaden your experience and pursue areas of interest
You will find advertised permanent teaching positions through the Jobs@DET website at www.jobs.det.nsw.edu.au. A list of these positions is also posted weekly on JobFeed at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/jobs where you have the option to subscribe to receive the list by email each week. Appointment to these positions is by merit. The selection process involves the submission of a written application, panel interview and referee checks. Advertised temporary teaching opportunities are also published weekly on JobFeed. Many school principals use this site to source teachers for temporary employment for up to 12 months, so it is worth checking this site regularly or subscribing.
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Additional requirements for overseas trained teachers
participate in the Pre-employment Program for Overseas Trained Teachers.
As an employer of teachers, we need to be assured that all teachers have a demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of English.
This program is designed to prepare overseas trained teachers for employment in NSW public schools. It involves a supportive process through which applicants’ capability and suitability to meet the educational needs of students in NSW public schools are assessed.
If you have obtained the majority of your qualifications in a country where English is not the main language, you will be required to undertake an assessment of your English language skills through the Professional English Assessment for Teachers (PEAT).
The Department will advise you by email when it is appropriate for you to register for the Preemployment Program for Overseas Trained Teachers.
The PEAT will assess your ability to use English at the level required to perform the duties of a teacher in a NSW public school. It will assess your English skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The more closely your qualifications and school location preferences align with our current staffing needs, the better your chances of securing employment in NSW public schools. At the moment, there is a high demand for teachers in the secondary teaching areas of mathematics, science (especially physics) and the specialist areas of school counselling and special education in western Sydney, south western Sydney and non-coastal, rural NSW.
Teaching in rural NSW Teaching in the country offers exceptional opportunities for both experienced and beginning teachers. It’s a rewarding lifestyle choice that offers many advantages both personally and professionally. Enjoying life in the country Rural centres now offer many of the features and facilities once found only in cities, eliminating the necessity to travel to major city centres to enjoy a cosmopolitan lifestyle. Detailed and accurate information is readily available from tourist information centres via the internet, listing facilities such as schools and tertiary institutions, accommodation,
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restaurants, childcare facilities, hospitals and medical centres, shopping and lifestyle centres, entertainment venues and sporting facilities. Check out our videos on teaching in rural NSW at www.youtube.com/teachnsw. Choosing where to teach A range of incentives and benefits is offered to supplement the salary of teachers in many rural locations. When making your selection of preferred teaching locations on your application why not consider schools offering greater employment opportunities and financial benefits and incentives? These include the school staffing areas of Bourke, Broken Hill, Deniliquin, Dubbo, Griffith and Moree. When completing your online application, you will be asked where you are seeking employment. You can choose to maximise your opportunities by selecting “anywhere in the State”, or you can choose whole staffing areas, individual schools or a combination of both. Our online benefits calculator at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/calculator enables you to check individual schools and see what additional financial and other benefits are offered to teachers employed there.
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Allowances and benefits Teachers in many NSW country schools are paid over and above annual salary. This can include: • additional training and development days • one week’s additional summer vacation for schools in the western division of NSW. • vacation travel allowances, for up to three vacation periods per year • reimbursement of certain medical or dental expenses related to treatment. If eligible, you can claim travel and accommodation expenses for yourself and a dependant to obtain certain services • motor vehicle allowance to compensate for motor vehicle depreciation • allowances for your dependants • hot or cold climate allowance • isolation from goods and services allowance • enhanced leave provisions to enable you to attend to personal and family commitments A full list of schools attracting extra allowances and benefits is available on the benefits calculator at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/calculator where you can see exactly which benefits apply to each school.
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Relocation benefits Depending on the location of your first permanent appointment, you may be entitled to a relocation subsidy when you take up a new residence which is more than 150km from your existing residence.
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Eligible teachers subsequently transferring in and out of rural schools may also receive benefits to assist with the cost associated with moving to your new school and buying and/or selling your home as a result of your move.
Teacher housing The Teacher Housing Authority (THA) currently owns or manages some 1,500 houses and villa units in rural areas throughout the State. These are leased to teachers at market rates.
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In many areas, the Department subsidises this rent by up to 90 percent. For example, if you were appointed to teach at Lightning Ridge Central School, you would receive a rental subsidy of 90 percent. That means that if you are renting a house or unit for $150 a week, you would be paying just $15 a week in rent, an annual saving of $7,020 which goes straight back in your pocket. Where THA accommodation is not available teachers may be eligible to receive the same rental subsidy for private rental accommodation. On your appointment, teachers at your new school will also be happy to assist you with accommodation advice. Teachers are welcome to contact the THA during normal business hours to enquire about available accommodation in rural areas.
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Go to www.tha.nsw.gov.au or call toll free on 1300 137 343. Schools with additional incentives Teaching in some schools gives you the opportunity for priority transfer on completion of an agreed period. These are termed incentive schools, and are located in the school staffing areas of Albury, Armidale, Batemans Bay, Bathurst, Bourke, Broken Hill, Deniliquin, Dubbo, Griffith, Moree, Orange and Tamworth. As well as the benefits listed on page 15, additional incentives offered at these schools may include:
school following the minimum service period of two or three years •p riority transfer status to a preferred location after completing the required period of service •p riority transfer status for teaching partners of teachers appointed to or moving from an incentive school • rental subsidy of either 80 or 90 percent. Entering the school name into our online benefits calculator at www.teach.nsw.edu.au/ calculator will display further details of specific entitlements for teachers at that school.
•a $5,000 retention benefit in approximately 40 incentive schools. This annual benefit is paid to teachers who choose to remain at the
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Teaching in western and south western Sydney High staffing demand also exists in the areas of western and south western Sydney. In recent years these locations have grown to become sophisticated metropolitan centres with modern infrastructure and family-oriented developments including parks, shopping centres, medical facilities and education institutions. More and more young families are choosing to live and work in western or south western Sydney, including teachers who have become aware of the attractive employment prospects in these areas. Living and working in western and south western Sydney offers the best of both worlds. With Sydney’s CBD easily accessible, you’re free to experience the wealth of cultural and social opportunities available in Australia’s largest metropolis. At the same time, you can take advantage of the increased professional opportunities available to teachers in areas of western and south western Sydney.
Teacher retraining programs The Department offers retraining programs to assist suitably qualified teachers in broadening their horizons and adding a whole new dimension to their teaching career. Retraining opportunities are available for teachers in the curriculum areas of mathematics and technology (engineering studies).
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They are also available in specialist teaching areas of special education, school counselling, careers advising, teacher librarianship, English as a second language and Reading Recovery tutoring. Because retraining recognises your existing qualifications, skills and experience, you could gain approval to teach another subject area in as little as six to 12 months of full-time study or up to two years for part-time programs. In most programs you get paid while you study your new subject area. Further enquiries can be directed to the Retraining Information Line on 1300 300 634 or email to retraining.teachers@det.nsw.edu.au.
Professional learning and development The Department provides a wide range of professional learning opportunities to help you reach your career goals. These include ongoing professional development courses and programs, online learning through our extensive range of websites that enable mutual teacher support, attendance at state, national or international conferences, study tours and interstate or overseas exchange programs. We have State-wide programs to support curriculum implementation, school improvement and importantly for teachers, career path progression. Many of these programs are recognised as world-leading best practice in the professional development of teachers.
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Your learning and development will take place in different ways through a wide range of flexible learning options. These might include: • electronic learning • short courses • conference attendance • mentoring or coaching. Much of your learning will occur in your workplace and in association with staff from your regional office. Opportunities for your professional learning are provided by colleagues, by the Department, by professional associations, by universities and TAFE NSW Institutes or by other external providers.
NSW Institute of Teachers - Continuing Professional Development As a new scheme teacher who has gained accreditation for Professional Competence from the NSW Institute of Teachers, you then undertake continuing professional development to maintain your accreditation. For full time teachers this comprises a minimum of fifty hours each of Institute Registered and Teacher Identified Professional Development over a period of five years. For further information refer to the NSW Institute of Teachers website and the Department’s policy and procedures for the Accreditation of New Scheme Teachers at Professional Competence.
within specific curriculum areas. Visit www.tale.nsw.edu.au to access some invaluable teaching and learning resources.
Promotion Promotion to executive and principal positions within the NSW public education system is on the basis of merit. With more than 2,200 schools across the State, that means plenty of opportunities to further your career. Teachers can also apply for a variety of specialist or management positions in State or Regional offices. Many of these positions allow you to participate in policy development and curriculum support in an administrative capacity.
To help you reach your career goals, we provide a wide range of professional learning opportunities
Find out more about professional learning opportunities offered by the Department’s Professional Learning and Leadership Development Directorate on our website at www.det.nsw.edu.au/proflearn.
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Teaching and Learning Exchange The Department’s Teaching and Learning Exchange (TaLE) gives teachers in NSW public schools access to online resources
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Every week, advertised vacancies are published on Jobs@DET, the Department’s job search facility at www.jobs.det.nsw.edu.au. Most positions are open to applicants both within and outside of the NSW public education system.
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Graduate Recruitment Program: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/grp Teacher Education Scholarships: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/scholarships Explore Your Future: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/eyf Join Our Mob: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/jom
General Information about The Department of Education and Communities NSW Department of Education and Communities: www.det.nsw.edu.au NSW Public Schools: www.schools.nsw.edu.au
Jobs with the Department of Education and Communities
Employment opportunities in NSW public schools: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/vacancies Salaries and allowances: www.det.nsw.edu.au/about-us/careers-centre/resources/salaries-and-allowances teach.NSW benefits calculator: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/calculator Leave and conditions: www.det.nsw.edu.au/about-us/careers-centre/resources/leave Casual and temporary teaching: www.teach.nsw.edu.au/casualtemp
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• $5,000 annual allowance throughout your full time studies • a guaranteed job as a teacher when you graduate • $3,000 one-off grant when you begin teaching
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Are you looking for a career change without leaving the teaching profession? Want to secure permanent employment?
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