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Nominations for the 2019 Australian Education Awards are now open

A nationwide call for nominations for the 2019 Australian Education Awards are being conducted.

Professional learning for school teachers is key

The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) has welcomed the findings of a report into professional learning for school teachers released by the Victorian Auditor General’s Office (VAGO).

The audit examined whether VIT and the Department of Education and Training (DET) have a clear and accurate understanding of the professional learning that occurs in Victorian government schools, including its planning, cost and impact, so they can best target and support professional learning to drive better student outcomes.

Australia Day Honours 2019

Congratulations to our teachers who were awarded with Australia Day Honours. You are an inspiration for your leaders.

Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) requirements for 2019 teacher registration applicants

The Victorian Institute of Teaching has revised its Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education (LANTITE) policy, and we are pleased to advise the Minister for Education has approved the new 2019 LANTITE policy.

Working with Children Check

Are you thinking about providing sports coaching, or working with children in other capacities outside of a school or early childhood service?

Victorian teacher’s registration cancelled

A Hearing Panel has handed down findings on former Victorian teacher Shane Osmond, declaring his teacher registration status cancelled, with a five-year period of disqualification.

National Apology to Victims and Survivors of Institutional Child Sexual Abuse

VIT supports the efforts of the State Government and the Department of Education and Training (DET) in acknowledging the historic abuse that has occurred in a number of educational settings.

Happy World Teachers' Day

World Teachers' Day is an opportunity to acknowledge our teachers and say thanks for the significant contributions they make in our classrooms and communities.

Finalists Victorian Early Years Awards

VIT would like to congratulate the three finalists in the category of Early Childhood Teacher of The Year, for the Victorian Early Years awards. Winners will be announced at the ceremony held at the national Gallery of Victoria on 23 October 2018.

Child safety and wellbeing focus strengthens VIT’s governance

VIT’s new function will focus on providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.