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EPISODE · Nov 11, 2025 · 36 MIN

Breaking Down the Myths – Working in the North

from The Relief Teacher's Podcast by Tradewind Australia

Some areas of Melbourne are harder to staff than others, and many CRTs can feel unsure about taking on what seems like a challenging placement. In this episode, we visit Dallas Brooks Community Primary School in Melbourne’s north and chat with the two Assistant Principals — and what a revelation it is! If you’ve ever wondered whether working in the north might be for you, this episode is a must-listen as we break down the barriers, bust the myths, and discover what really makes this school community tick.  How could you not give this school a go!Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:•seminars, conferences, workshops and online learning•collegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learners•participation in education-related boards, committees or panels.This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers1.3    Students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds1.5    Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities2.5    Literacy and numeracy strategies2.6    Information and Communication Technology (ICT)3.5    Use effective classroom communication4.1    Support student participation4.2    Manage classroom activities6.3    Engage with colleagues and improve practice7.4    Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communitiesLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some areas of Melbourne are harder to staff than others, and many CRTs can feel unsure about taking on what seems like a challenging placement. In this episode, we visit Dallas Brooks Community Primary School in Melbourne’s north and chat with the two Assistant Principals — and what a revelation it is! If you’ve ever wondered whether working in the north might be for you, this episode is a must-listen as we break down the barriers, bust the myths, and discover what really makes this school community tick.  How could you not give this school a go!Professional Development OpportunityProfessional learning may include:•seminars, conferences, workshops and online learning•collegiate meetings and professional conversations focused on improving practice and outcomes for learners•participation in education-related boards, committees or panels.This episode focuses on:Australian Professional Standards for Teachers1.3    Students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds1.5    Differentiate teaching to meet the specific learning needs of students across the full range of abilities2.5    Literacy and numeracy strategies2.6    Information and Communication Technology (ICT)3.5    Use effective classroom communication4.1    Support student participation4.2    Manage classroom activities6.3    Engage with colleagues and improve practice7.4    Engage with professional teaching networks and broader communitiesLooking for work? Submit your CV Looking for quality teachers?If you would like to use Tradewind’s teachers in your school, please call 1800 192 195 or send your details to us and we will be in contact shortly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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