Professional learning opportunities for teachers Page ContentExplore professional learning opportunities, scholarships and online webinars and resources that can support your professional development. On this page Grants and scholarships Online opportunities Term 1 Term 2Term 3 Term 4For more opportunities not featured in In Our Classrooms, see: Teacher professional learning catalogue Grants and scholarship opportunities A list of grants and scholarships available for teachers to further their professional career. Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students. Apply by 1 June Online opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities available online and on demand. Coaching for Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Support teachersLearn how coaching is helping teachers to work collaboratively and build expertise Grow your leadership skills in 2022Express interest now in a Bastow course to build leadership skills to suit your career stageAmplify modules and webinars for teachersLearn how to implement student voice, agency, and leadership initiatives at your schoolSessional teaching vacancies for language teachersApplications are invited from teachers qualified to teach one or more languages offered by the Victorian School of LanguagesOnline learning resources to support inclusive educationLearn more about inclusive learning environments through an on-demand presentation and new online hubJoin the Minecraft Innovation in Learning ProjectShare ideas, lesson plans and resources for using Minecraft: Education EditionBecome a tutor to support student learning in 2021More than 4100 tutors will partner with schools to support student learningLearn more about best practice inclusive teachingRegister now to access two on-demand presentations from the Victorian Deaf Education InstituteAssessing student progressWhere to access information, resources and professional learning to help with assessmentLessons from remote and flexible learningRead new reports to learn more about Victoria's experience of remote and flexible learning in Term 2Employee Assistance Program now available to book through live chatTeachers and school staff can now book confidential counselling online via live chatA new online hub for professional learningThe Continuity of Learning Hub brings together professional learning and resources for teachersVictorian Deaf Education Institute live webinars coming up in JulyJoin webinars hosted by experts in the field on engaging students who are deaf or hard of hearingNew webinar series to help support mental health and wellbeing for teachersAll teachers can now access free webinars to help manage mental health and wellbeingOn-demand presentationsExplore the Victorian Deaf Education Institute's catalogue of on-demand presentations to support inclusive teaching practice Term 1 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 1. Victorian Deaf Education Institute professional learning opportunitiesFor over 10 years, the VDEI continues to support free inclusive and transformative education for all children and young peopleApply now for the Victorian Aspiring Principal AssessmentThere will be a staged implementation of the VAPA as a requirement for principal appointmentKoorie English online learningDevelop your understanding of Koorie English to strengthen literacy outcomes for Koorie English speakersGraduate Diploma applications open nowApply now to undertake the Graduate Diploma of Teaching Students with an Autism Spectrum DisorderNational Music Teacher Mentoring Program 2021Applications from primary school teachers to take part in the 2021 program close this Friday Inclusive Classrooms professional learning programApply for courses starting in Term 1, 2021 to learn more about supporting students with diverse learning needsApply now: introduction to design thinking Learn how to use design thinking to effect change in your school in this course being delivered by Tech Schools next yearOpportunities to lead school improvementFind out about opportunities to become a Leadership Partner in 2020, and how teacher Brooke Burnett is supporting schools as a leadership partnerInsight Assessment Platform updateTeachers using English Online Interview (EOI) and Mathematics Online Interview (MOI) on the Insight Assessment Platform (Insight) should be aware of some minor changes to both instruments in 2020Join Zoos Victoria Teacher TribeZoos Victoria Teacher Tribe is a network of over 5000 teacher members from across the state. Register for Learning to Thrive by Going Open workshopDiscover how to create a personalised, future-ready change program for your school Term 2 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 2. Play-based and inquiry learningNew professional learning for teachers to support differentiated play-based and inquiry learning in the early yearsInclusive Classrooms professional learning programLearn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs at these free courses starting in mid-Term 2Participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety LessonStudents have the opportunity to participate in an online safety lesson on Thursday 25 JuneWebinars Leading in Challenging TimesTeachers can register now for free webinars to help with the transition back to on-site schoolingVictorian Deaf Education Institute webinarThe June 11 webinar will explore how teachers can support the positive development of adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing Term 3 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 3. Professional learning webinars for tutors and interested teachersAccess more than 60 hours of recorded webinars and self-paced guidance on the Tutor Learning Initiative Graduate Teacher ConferencesFirst-year teachers are embracing the opportunity to connect through online conferencesIncentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for studentsNew Inclusive Classrooms courseSupport students with learning difficulties in numeracy through a new online courseRegister for the Graduate Teacher ConferencesReflect on practice, collaborate with peers and gain new ideas for the classroom at these online eventsNew webinar: evaluating the educational outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing Learn about factors influencing developmental outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearingCopyright for Educators webinarLearn to confidently navigate copyright in classrooms in these August sessionsMasters of the Inclusive Education ScholarshipsDevelop stronger, evidence-based inclusive practices that support students of all abilities Term 4 opportunities A list of professional learning opportunities running in Term 4. Courses to build leadership capability Register now for Bastow courses in Term 4 to extend your expertise, skills and knowledgeIncentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsThe next round of hard-to-staff teaching positions have been released. Applications close 8 November 2020Supporting a positive start to school in 2021A free webinar for Prep teachers on supporting the kindergarten to school transition is available in Term 4Learn directly from the Department’s technology industry partnersEmbed a deeper pedagogical and leadership approach to digital learning.Apply now for the Secondary Mathematics and Science Initiative Out-of-field science teachers can apply for funded graduate certificates to become in-field teachersParents Victoria 2019 conferenceThe Parents Victoria conference will be held on 18-19 November 2019, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing In this section: In Our ClassroomsEvidence-based teaching approaches for your classroomResources to support your classroomProfessional learning opportunities for teachersCelebrating the professionSupporting your role as a learning specialistProfessional learning for tutors: webinarsWhat’s new in digital learning for Term 3Teaching students about the HolocaustInclusive Classrooms professional learningProactively supporting wellbeing during changeDifferentiated play-based and inquiry learningAn introduction to design thinkingInvesting in world-class educationVictorian Deaf Education Institute Classroom Acoustics webinar Register for EduTECH 2021Incentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsSupporting positive autistic identity Swimming in Schools in 2022Australian-first academy for Victoria’s best teachersCelebrating Education WeekCall out for storiesNew Teaching Excellence Program for highly skilled teachersEduTECH 2021 is now virtualSupporting childrens' transition to schoolNew professional learning for tutors and interested teachersApply now for the Premier’s Spirit of Democracy competitionDepartment recognises long-serving staffVictorian Deaf Education Institute webinars and captioning serviceProfessional Learning Program for current and aspiring Applied Learning TeachersVictorian Teachers’ Games 2021VET Champions available to speak at your schoolSupporting future teachers Celebrate Principals' DayGain a fully funded graduate certificate in maths or scienceTerm 3 Literacy and numeracy improvement professional learningHelping graduate teachers to connectSupporting EAL curriculum implementationHigh Impact Teaching strategies online catalogueProfessional learning opportunities for learning specialistsBuilding connections in Education WeekActive Schools Toolkit releasePremiers' Reading Challenge 2021 now openNew overview of FISO resourcesPlay-based and inquiry learningUpcoming Legacy events to share with studentsNew resource to help students lead multicultural inclusionSupporting your role as a literacy leaderImportance of the Australian Early Development Census for Prep teachersKoorie English free online learning returns in MayInclusive Classrooms professional learning programChanges to Google education productsDo you have a budding young film maker in your class?Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with DisabilityEvaluating Prep student learning progressTaking action to build a culturally safe schoolVictorian Students Parliamentary Program Term 2Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize now openUsing interpreting and translation servicesAre you an aspiring principalGraduate Teacher ConferencesBecome a mentor for new teachersTutor Learning Initiative professional learning for tutorsLiteracy resources to support teaching and learningVictorian Teachers' Games 2021 schedule launchesRecognising tutor experience towards teacher registration Numeracy leader area workshopsHelp students to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture Our website uses a free tool to translate into other languages. 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Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students. Apply by 1 June
Coaching for Middle Years Literacy and Numeracy Support teachersLearn how coaching is helping teachers to work collaboratively and build expertise
Grow your leadership skills in 2022Express interest now in a Bastow course to build leadership skills to suit your career stage
Amplify modules and webinars for teachersLearn how to implement student voice, agency, and leadership initiatives at your school
Sessional teaching vacancies for language teachersApplications are invited from teachers qualified to teach one or more languages offered by the Victorian School of Languages
Online learning resources to support inclusive educationLearn more about inclusive learning environments through an on-demand presentation and new online hub
Join the Minecraft Innovation in Learning ProjectShare ideas, lesson plans and resources for using Minecraft: Education Edition
Become a tutor to support student learning in 2021More than 4100 tutors will partner with schools to support student learning
Learn more about best practice inclusive teachingRegister now to access two on-demand presentations from the Victorian Deaf Education Institute
Assessing student progressWhere to access information, resources and professional learning to help with assessment
Lessons from remote and flexible learningRead new reports to learn more about Victoria's experience of remote and flexible learning in Term 2
Employee Assistance Program now available to book through live chatTeachers and school staff can now book confidential counselling online via live chat
A new online hub for professional learningThe Continuity of Learning Hub brings together professional learning and resources for teachers
Victorian Deaf Education Institute live webinars coming up in JulyJoin webinars hosted by experts in the field on engaging students who are deaf or hard of hearing
New webinar series to help support mental health and wellbeing for teachersAll teachers can now access free webinars to help manage mental health and wellbeing
On-demand presentationsExplore the Victorian Deaf Education Institute's catalogue of on-demand presentations to support inclusive teaching practice
Victorian Deaf Education Institute professional learning opportunitiesFor over 10 years, the VDEI continues to support free inclusive and transformative education for all children and young people
Apply now for the Victorian Aspiring Principal AssessmentThere will be a staged implementation of the VAPA as a requirement for principal appointment
Koorie English online learningDevelop your understanding of Koorie English to strengthen literacy outcomes for Koorie English speakers
Graduate Diploma applications open nowApply now to undertake the Graduate Diploma of Teaching Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
National Music Teacher Mentoring Program 2021Applications from primary school teachers to take part in the 2021 program close this Friday
Inclusive Classrooms professional learning programApply for courses starting in Term 1, 2021 to learn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs
Apply now: introduction to design thinking Learn how to use design thinking to effect change in your school in this course being delivered by Tech Schools next year
Opportunities to lead school improvementFind out about opportunities to become a Leadership Partner in 2020, and how teacher Brooke Burnett is supporting schools as a leadership partner
Insight Assessment Platform updateTeachers using English Online Interview (EOI) and Mathematics Online Interview (MOI) on the Insight Assessment Platform (Insight) should be aware of some minor changes to both instruments in 2020
Join Zoos Victoria Teacher TribeZoos Victoria Teacher Tribe is a network of over 5000 teacher members from across the state.
Register for Learning to Thrive by Going Open workshopDiscover how to create a personalised, future-ready change program for your school
Play-based and inquiry learningNew professional learning for teachers to support differentiated play-based and inquiry learning in the early years
Inclusive Classrooms professional learning programLearn more about supporting students with diverse learning needs at these free courses starting in mid-Term 2
Participate in Australia’s Biggest Child Safety LessonStudents have the opportunity to participate in an online safety lesson on Thursday 25 June
Webinars Leading in Challenging TimesTeachers can register now for free webinars to help with the transition back to on-site schooling
Victorian Deaf Education Institute webinarThe June 11 webinar will explore how teachers can support the positive development of adolescents who are deaf and hard of hearing
Professional learning webinars for tutors and interested teachersAccess more than 60 hours of recorded webinars and self-paced guidance on the Tutor Learning Initiative
Graduate Teacher ConferencesFirst-year teachers are embracing the opportunity to connect through online conferences
Incentive payments to teachers for hard-to-fill positionsTargeted initiatives will attract more teachers to support better learning outcomes for students
New Inclusive Classrooms courseSupport students with learning difficulties in numeracy through a new online course
Register for the Graduate Teacher ConferencesReflect on practice, collaborate with peers and gain new ideas for the classroom at these online events
New webinar: evaluating the educational outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing Learn about factors influencing developmental outcomes of children who are deaf or hard of hearing
Copyright for Educators webinarLearn to confidently navigate copyright in classrooms in these August sessions
Masters of the Inclusive Education ScholarshipsDevelop stronger, evidence-based inclusive practices that support students of all abilities
Courses to build leadership capability Register now for Bastow courses in Term 4 to extend your expertise, skills and knowledge
Incentive payments for hard-to-staff teaching positionsThe next round of hard-to-staff teaching positions have been released. Applications close 8 November 2020
Supporting a positive start to school in 2021A free webinar for Prep teachers on supporting the kindergarten to school transition is available in Term 4
Learn directly from the Department’s technology industry partnersEmbed a deeper pedagogical and leadership approach to digital learning.
Apply now for the Secondary Mathematics and Science Initiative Out-of-field science teachers can apply for funded graduate certificates to become in-field teachers
Parents Victoria 2019 conferenceThe Parents Victoria conference will be held on 18-19 November 2019, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing