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Get a teaching job

How to become a registered teacher and apply for jobs in Victorian government schools.

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Before registering you must have the right qualifications.

To get an idea of where there’s the biggest demand for teachers, refer to the teacher supply and demand report.

Get registered first

Before applying for jobs you must become a registered teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.

Being a registered teacher means that you are qualified, suitable to teach and can maintain professional practice.

For more information and to apply for registration, refer to How do I register?

During the application process you’ll need to provide documents like proof of your qualifications and a police check. The exact documents will be explained as you apply.

If you have interstate or overseas qualifications

Many qualifications from interstate or overseas institutions are recognised for teaching in Victorian government schools.

You must have your qualifications assessed by the Victorian Institute of Teaching and become a registered teacher. For more information on assessment, contact the institute.

You may need to show evidence of your English language competence.

Visas and migration

To work in Victorian government schools you need to be:

You’ll be asked to provide evidence of your status before employment starts.

For more information on migration and visa requirements, visit:

We cannot sponsor or offer employment in support of applications for residency status or work permits unless you have:

Apply for teaching jobs

Use our recruitment system to search and apply for teaching jobs:

Search for teaching jobs

For help using the system, contact:

Email: schools.recruitment@education.vic.gov.au Phone: 1800 641 943

Free call from within Australia or call +800 0408 0408 (toll free from other countries).

Phone help is available Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm Melbourne time.

After submitting an application you may be invited for an interview. School job selection panels choose the successful candidate based on merit assessed in the interview and written selection criteria.

Merit is the relevant skills, personal qualities and abilities required to do well in the position.

Help for graduates

Teaching jobs that are suitable for new graduates are highlighted in our recruitment system with the title “Graduate teacher program”. Only recent graduates can apply for these jobs.

You must:

Use the recruitment system to apply. After the closing date for the vacancy, a merit-based selection process is used to determine the best available graduate.

Some jobs for graduates also offer a cash payment as part of the employment offer. For more information, see teaching scholarships.

Tips for applying

Casual relief teaching

Casual teaching may suit your lifestyle, or it might be a way to find out if a particular school or location suits you.

You should make contacts and become known in the area you want to work. You can:

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