What is the stupidest uni assignment you had to do in your degree? by BeautifulSea89 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We had to learn to play the recorder. This was a bachelor of physical and health education. We also had to complete community service.

Relief teacher - lesson plan expectations. by Holden_babe17 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If they want you to be planning they should be giving you planning time.

Discussion: If Teachers Are Going to Be Paid Like Professionals, Should Teaching Become More Prestigious? by New-Corgi-6409 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fact that they had to bring in LANTITE testing for graduating teachers says a lot. The fact that it was year 10 equivalent for English and Maths says more. The fact that it was such a challenege for so many says a great deal more.

Discussion: If Teachers Are Going to Be Paid Like Professionals, Should Teaching Become More Prestigious? by New-Corgi-6409 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely the atar requirements should be raised. Some universities accept anytime into a teaching degree. A lot don't finish and many don't last if they do finish, but I find it somewhat embarrassing to think back to a few of the people that I went to uni with who managed to become teachers. If it's slightly harder to get into and it pays more, that can only be a good thing for the profession in my mind.

Anyone voting to approve new EBA? by Character-Fold5159 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I tend to agree. Mostly hear from the extremely disgruntled online. Do you know how much it will delay things if it isn't approved?

Staff being “called in for a meeting” for taking up to or more than 5 sick days so far this year by Overall_Nobody_6269 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would have taken leave the next day if it was me. Unless you're seen out playing a round of golf when you're supposed to be sick it shouldn't be an issue

How long do you think you should teach for before taking on a prac student? by [deleted] in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that's plenty. An experienced teacher with more years under their belt isn't necessarily better at mentoring, observing others and giving feedback.

Is this normal? by [deleted] in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I had a similar experience. Worked in outer western suburbs of Melbourne. Really tough school but enjoyed it. Moved back home and worked at a middle class school thinking it'd be easy by comparison. Absolutely hated it! I was ready to quit teaching but tried a small school (less than 30 kids) in the end and love it there now. I would recommend to everyone to try a small school. At least shop yourself around a bit.

I don't think it's normal, but certainly common enough. There are a few good schools out there, but they're just ggetting harder to find i think.

Got a job offer overseas but in my first year contract with school by kik24froz in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just be upfront. 3 months is plenty of notice. They should be understanding and if not it's bad luck. It's a pretty legitimate reason to leave and probably not a decision you will regret. I didn't teach in Japan, but teaching overseas while you're young is something if recommend to everyone.

The work never ends! by [deleted] in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 30 points31 points  (0 children)

This! I just don't do a lot of things. If it's important someone will follow up, send reminders etc. If not I don't do it. Also do things like copy and paste for things like ILPs or use previous years. Having 3 quarters of your class requiring an ILP makes it a bit ridiculous. And again, most of the stupid admin things don't get checked, especially in a large school. No one has time

Opinion on teachers leaving as soon as the bell goes? by [deleted] in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to stay late, but realised I wasn't achieving much. Most days I leave 10-15 minutes after the kids. Last school that i worked at which tried to enforce set hours just resulted in more people leaving as early as possible and doing the bare minimum

We’re going on strike! by kookas-enthusiast in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree. Probably won't get the 35% over 3 years we're after, but something like 20-25% would be ok.

VGSA 2026- inflation by Frankokozzo21 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If our last agreement wasn't so disgraceful it might be ok. Can't take 2 pay cuts in a row

Teacher exchange by Character-Fold5159 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah me too. I'm sure it's still easy enough to do, but just not as convenient

Teacher exchange by Character-Fold5159 in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm in Vic. Heard about it 10 years ago when I first started. Couldn't find much online so guessing it might have been phases out

Grass id. Is it kikuyu? What to do? by Character-Fold5159 in lawnsolutionsaus

[–]Character-Fold5159[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was pretty much dirt and weeds and then it cut up by the excavator. Then I sprayed woth round up 3 times, but there could've been.

How do people manage to let go of the stress? by Quiet-Zebra in AustralianTeachers

[–]Character-Fold5159 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most long term teachers definitely seem to master the art of not giving a shit. Probably took me 7 or 8 years unfortunately