Teacher sitting on her couch in front of a laptop, thinking about preparing for online learning.

The top 4 key strategies for successful online teaching.

We’ve all had to become experts in online learning. Schools across the globe have taken different approaches, and some have been more effective than others.

Young male teacher tutoring a student for his side hustle.

How to pick a realistic side hustle as a teacher.

When I was looking for a side hustle, I browsed dozens of lists of ideas for what to do with spare time. The problem is, as teachers, we don’t have spare time.

Young male relief teacher standing confidently in front of a whiteboard.

Is being a permanent relief teacher worth it?

It had all of the benefits of being a relief teacher without the downsides. He saw the same kids every day, but he did not have any planning or marking…

Young female teacher sitting in a classroom thinking alone.

The problem with teaching being a vocation.

There is an element of sacrifice to being a teacher, which is an expectation of the job. This is a huge problem, as teachers feel trapped…

Young male teacher talking to an older family member about work, while walking and drinking a coffee.

Why teachers don’t talk to their families about teaching.

Friends to gripe with over coffee or a partner to call in tears when things are bad are important for your well being, but many teachers don’t have this.

Two young teachers debriefing after a difficult lesson.

Debriefing – A Critical Skill For Teachers.

Debriefing is often an overlooked part of being a teacher. We deal with complex and honestly risky situations all day, although many don’t recognise it.

Relief teacher working with a small group of Australian school students.

How to Become a Relief Teacher in Australia.

Being a relief teacher in Australia means that you will be relatively well paid, and there are plenty of schools to work in.

Two substitute teachers sitting on chairs having a serious talk, yet they are both smiling.

Relief Teacher Communities and How To Beat Isolation.

Being a relief teacher can be isolating. It’s easy just to end up floating around from school to school, not building any real connection…

Female substitute teacher helping a teenage student, who really appreciates the help.

What Teachers Look For in a Relief Teacher.

There were a few things that were different teaching younger students, but I wasn’t prepared for the classroom teacher organising their own lesson cover.

Young female teacher talking to her young male referee.

How To Get a Good Referee As a Relief Teacher.

You’re in different schools every day, working with different leaders. If you’re like me, the mere mention of a referee spiked my anxiety.