The state government has launched a new campaign to attract talented individuals, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to the teaching profession.
Education Minister Ben Carroll welcomed the national ‘Be That Teacher’ campaign on November 1, which is a collaboration with the federal government.
It features real life teachers including Albert Park College’s Dennis Wang, who encourages senior school students and Victorians looking for a career change to consider the profession.
Mr Carroll said he is proud of the state government’s teacher attraction and retention initiatives.
“All of us have that one teacher we remember, the teacher who helped us to learn and grow, the teacher who encouraged us to strive for more and helped us reach our potential,” he said.
“The Be That Teacher campaign is making sure we have more people like this in our education system.”
“I am so proud [that our] initiatives have made Victoria such a supportive environment for teachers to work and that thousands more new teachers are registering every year.
“We’ve welcomed 8000 more teachers to our ranks since 2020 – with this growth helping give students the direct support they deserve, no matter where they live across the state.”
The campaign showcases the value and importance of teachers through an online gallery showcasing inspirational and personal stories about the lasting impact teachers have on students.
It promotes pathways, available support and details the new scholarships available to encourage people to choose teaching as a career.
The campaign has started to roll out across TV, digital and social media, outdoor and cinema advertising.
Details: vic.gov.au/teachthefuture
