The Relief Teacher's Podcast by Tradewind Australia

Applying for a Teaching Role: Key Selection Criteria Areas covered in this episode:The challenges of completing KSCWhere to startHow to divide KSC into more manageable sectionsWhat schools want to see in KSC This episode is a recording of a live webinar in April 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.The Sway document referred to during the podcast. The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.   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.  

I’m a New Grad. Where do I start? Being a newly qualified teacher brings both excitement and apprehension. Whether you have secured a role, or are embarking on your new career as a relief teacher, there are many unknowns that provide a challenge to a new teacher. Where do I start? What do I need to prioritise? How do I ensure I get off to a good start? Areas covered in this episode: -         Setting boundaries-         Making mistakes-         Taking control of your professional development-         How relief teaching can help This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 1.2         Understand how students learn2.1         Content and teaching strategies of the teaching area3.5         Use effective classroom communication4.4         Maintain student safety Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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. 

CRT Classroom Management: The EssentialsEvery day as a relief teacher presents different challenges. Knowing the essential steps to take will enable you to become capable of managing a classroom in any situation. Areas covered in this episode: -         Why classroom management matters-         The difference between classroom and behaviour management-         What you can and should control-         Preparation, prevention and anticipation-         A safe working environment This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 3.3         Use teaching strategies3.5         Use effective classroom communication4.3         Manage challenging behaviours4.4         Maintain the safety of learners Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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.   

Teaching in a Primary School: An Introduction Schools expect a relief teacher to be able to make a positive impact on their students every day.  Areas covered in this episode: -         Expectations and approach-         A different environment-         Organisation and logistics-         Explanation, explanation, explanation-         Curriculum and play-         Can I please go to the toilet?!  This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 1.2         Understand how students learn3.3         Use teaching strategies3.5         Use effective classroom communication4.4         Maintain student safety Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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.  

Tough Schools. How to thrive in a challenging environment.Schools expect a relief teacher to be able to make a positive impact on their students every day.  Areas covered in this episode: -         Mindset and approach-         Behaviours to expect-         Dealing with confrontation-         Setting boundaries-         Recording and reporting This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 1.1         Physical, social and intellectual development and characteristics of students1.2         Understand how students learn1.3         Students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds1.5         Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across a full range of abilities             3.5         Use effective classroom communication4.3         Manage challenging behaviors Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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.  

Teaching in a Specialist School: An introduction Schools expect a relief teacher to be able to make a positive impact on their students every day.  Areas covered in this episode: -         The differences between specialist and mainstream schools-         How specialist schools operate-         Why you should work in the specialist sector-         Practical teaching strategies and considerations-         The importance of support staff This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 1.1         Physical, Social and intellectual development and characteristics of students1.2         Understand how students learn1.5         Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of learners across the full range of abilities1.6         Strategies to support full participation of learners with a disability  Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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.  

Applying for a Teaching Role: The Interview  Schools expect a relief teacher to be able to make a positive impact on their students every day.  Areas covered in this episode: -         A time to celebrate-         Preparation before the interview-         What schools are really looking for-         Interview questions: what am I really being asked?-         From the school’s perspective-         The follow up This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 1.2         Understand how students learn3.3         Use teaching strategies3.5         Use effective classroom communication6.3         Engage with colleagues and improve practice Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.   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.  

Applying for a Teaching Role: CV and Cover Letter One of the difficult tasks in the application process is the CV and Cover Letter. As there is no set format for either document, it can be hard to get started and tailor them to each individual school. Recruitment expert Kelly Duthie shares her thought at the start of this episode. Areas covered in this episode: -         Common mistakes-         The differences between a CV and Cover Letter-         What font, size, length and format should be used-         What to include and what to leave out-         What schools are really looking for This episode is a recording of a live webinar in January 2021. The webinar series was part of Tradewind Australia’s ongoing professional support for CRTs.  The webinars were presented by Ian McNally with former Principals Terry Twomey and Billy Green. Teacher StandardsSuggested Australian Professional Standards for Teaching covered in this episode: 6.1         Identify and plan professional learning needs7.1         Meet professional ethics and responsibilities7.2         Comply with legislative, administrative and organizational requirements Please record your professional development following the direction from the relevant organisation in your state or territory. If you are registered with the VIT, you can use the guidance ‘How to show evidence of your professional development’.  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.