We remain focused on assisting Victorian teachers, early childhood teachers and their employers as we move through the challenging months ahead. As such, we are endeavouring to minimise the impacts of COVID-19 on teachers' registration requirements where possible.
During the past month, we have witnessed Victorian teachers responding with incredible professionalism and resilience to meet the challenge presented by the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19).
As engagement with learners begins occur in a remote environment, establishing good practices around professional communication is vital.
Like most businesses, COVID-19 has impacted the way the Victorian Institute of Teaching is conducting business.
VIT has been able to maintain delivery of its regulatory functions and keep phone lines open – albeit with some changes to our telephone numbers (as we are working away from the office).
Part of VIT’s role is to investigate the conduct, competence and fitness to teach of registered teachers, and whether a registered teacher’s ability to practice as a teacher or early childhood teacher is seriously affected because of an impairment.
Did you know the quickest and easiest way to check your registration status is by searching the public register?
AITSL has produced a series of videos featuring teachers illustrating, through their practice, how they meet the various descriptors of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
You are encouraged to use your voice in the Australian Teacher Workforce Data (ATWD) Teacher Survey.
We've put together some of the most frequently asked questions to help you check you've met all of your registration requirements for the 2019-20 annual registration period.
Most teachers are aware they are exempt from a WWC Check, but did you know early childhood teachers are also exempt?
Tools and resources to help teachers support learners with diverse learning and support needs.