The Relief Teacher's Podcast by Tradewind Australia

Classroom management strategies are crucial for creating an effective learning environment. As a CRT you need to be aware of the techniques that teachers use to maintain order, promote positive behaviour, and enhance student engagement. This week the panel discuss the importance of sound classroom management strategies in both primary and secondary classrooms, and highlight the do’s and don’t’s that will improve your efficacy as a relief teacher.Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:• seminars, conferences, workshops and online learning• collegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learners• participation in education-related boards, committees or panelsThis episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers1.1 Physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics of students1.2 Understand how students learn4.1 Support student participation3.4 Select and use resources3.5 Use effective classroom communication4.2 Manage classroom activities4.4 Maintain student safety4.5 Use ICT safely, responsibly and ethicallyLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

It is common for schools to celebrate or commemorate important days throughout the year. As a CRT these days might seem a little confusing or not particularly relevant, however for the school you can be certain they have significant meaning. As a relief teacher how can you best engage on these ‘special’ days and be seen to be supportive and involved? Join the panel as they walk through some of the more common ‘special’ days in both primary and secondary schools and why they are important to the culture of a school. Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels, This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers1.1 Physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics of students1.3 Students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds4.1 Support student participation7.4 Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communitiesLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

Relief teaching can be hard work and from time to time we all have difficult days. How do you look after your own welfare if you have had a challenging day in a school? What can you do to get back on track and what strategies can you employ to assist? DisclaimerThe information provided on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.We are not health professionals, and the content shared here should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health issues, we strongly encourage you to seek help from a qualified mental health professional. They can provide the appropriate support and guidance tailored to your specific needs.Your mental health is important, and reaching out for help is a crucial step toward well-being. We recommend:Lifeline: Offers 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 for immediate assistance.Beyond Blue: Provides information and support for depression and anxiety. Available 24/7 at 1300 22 4636.Drake WellbeingHub – a free and confidential EAP service available to all Tradewind employees. Call 1300 135 600. Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers6.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice7.4 Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communitiesLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

It is not unusual as a CRT you are asked to take classes outside your area of expertise. In a primary school you may be asked to teach LOTE for a day, or as an English teacher in a secondary school you might find yourself in a Maths class. What can you do to ensure these classes run smoothly and the student learning is maintained. This week the panel walk you through the dos and don’ts of teaching out of your area of expertise. Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels, This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers3.2 Plan, structure and sequence learning programs3.3 Use teaching strategies3.5 Use effective classroom communication4.2 Manage classroom activities6.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practiceLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

This week’s podcast discusses the key traits schools are looking for not just in relief teachers but in teachers at all levels. What do teachers do that make them successful? Join the panel as they highlight and discuss the ten essential traits of high-performing teachers at all levels in all schools. Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:seminars, conferences, workshops and online learning collegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learners participation in education-related boards, committees or panels,   This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers3.3 Use teaching strategies 3.5 Use effective classroom communication 4.2 Manage classroom activities4.4 Maintain student safety 7.1 Meet professional ethics and responsibilities7.2 Comply with legislative, administrative and organisational requirementsLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

This week the panel discusses the adjustments graduate teachers will need to make when they take on their first teaching roles in schools. The training wheels are off and in many ways you are on your own. But what does this mean day-to-day for graduate teachers? What are some of the pitfalls to avoid, and what are some of the strategies you can employ to maximise the enjoyment and see you succeed in your first terms and year? Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include -seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels, This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers4.3 Manage challenging behaviour4.4 Maintain student safety7.1 Meet professional ethics and responsibilities7.2 Comply with legislative, administrative and organisational requirementsLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

Relief teachers who gain short term contracts are often expected as part of their role to write student reports. In some ways this can seem like a daunting task but it need not be too overwhelming. Join the panel as they discuss what relief teachers need to know to make the report writing task manageable and how to write a high quality student report.Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panelsThis episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers 5.1 Assess student learning 5.3 Make consistent and comparable judgements 5.4 Interpret student data 5.5 Report on student achievement 7.1 Meet professional ethics and responsibilities 7.2 Comply with legislative, administrative and organisational requirementsLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

Occasionally relief teachers are confronted with challenging situations in schools that require immediate action. This week’s podcast highlights some of the incidents likely to arise in classrooms and schoolyards, and how a relief teacher might manage such situations. How can you de-escalate a potentially explosive event? Who do you need to contact if matters worsen, and how do you report these incidents to protect yourself and those involved? Join the panel for a fascinating discussion.Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include -seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels, This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers4.3     Manage challenging behaviour4.4     Maintain student safety7.1     Meet professional ethics and responsibilities7.2     Comply with legislative, administrative and organisational requirementsLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.

Many applicants are daunted, even overwhelmed by the prospect of a job interview, fearing they won’t be able to give a good account of themselves. This does not have to be the case. Interview techniques can be applied to give you the best opportunity of success. This week’s podcast will walk you through the interview process and offers plenty of advice on how you can prepare successfully, lower the stress and even enjoy the process. Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include -seminars, conferences, workshops and online learningcollegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learnersparticipation in education-related boards, committees or panels, This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers           7.1     Meet professional ethics and responsibilities7.2     Comply with legislative, administrative and organisational requirements7.4     Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communitiesNoteIn many ways job interviews for teaching roles may encompass most Australian Professional Standards as the application will require applicants to reflect on professional knowledge, practice and engagement, i.e. Standards 1 – 7. Looking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly.