A significant decision concerning the relevance of a serious criminal offence (unrelated to teaching) to the suitability of a person to teach, was made by VCAT late last year.
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.
The Minister for Education, the Hon. James Merlino MP has released a video message for school professionals and parents to help them prepare for the 1 August 2016 implementation of child safe standards.
The Victorian Institute of Teaching have entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Victorian Registration & Qualifications Authority.
The Victorian Minister for Education, James Merlino MP, has announced a review of VIT’s governance and operational frameworks.
VIT’s new function will focus on providing for the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
From 1 July 2017, the first phase of the Victorian Government’s reportable conduct scheme will commence. This will impact on the reporting duties of all teachers and early childhood teachers in response to all allegations of child abuse and child-related misconduct.
The Minister for Education, the Hon. James Merlino, recently announced Excellence in Teacher Education reforms to attract and develop the best and brightest teachers to Victoria.
The Excellence in Teacher Education reforms are about selecting and supporting the best new entrants into Victorian teaching programs.
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) is seeking submissions from the community on a Discussion Paper about the Victorian Teaching Profession’s Code of Conduct (the Code).
Congratulations to our teachers and educational leaders who were awarded with Australia Day Honours. You are an inspiration for your students.