S2 E11: On the benefits of casual teaching and the power of ‘yes’

Have you considered how casual teaching could open doors for you? In this episode, we sit down with Scott, History and Vocational Education and Training (VET) Teacher, as he reflects on how casual teaching shaped his career in unexpected ways. What began as a way to gain classroom experience soon became the foundation for building professional networks, exploring new subject areas and ultimately finding his passion for VET.From ski fields to schoolyards, Scott takes us through his not-so-linear career journey.  He explains how saying ‘yes’ to every opportunity gave him the confidence and breadth of experience to learn and grow as an educator.Tune in for a deep dive into casual teaching, including how to get started, strategies for building positive relationships with schools and go-to tools and resources to help you walk into the classroom with confidence.Scott also shares his pathway to becoming qualified in VET and unpacks the concept of ‘industry currency training’, explaining  how ongoing upskilling helps him bridge the gap between industry best practice and classroom learning.Whether you’re considering casual teaching or interested in the key learning area of VET, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.We acknowledge that this episode of the Teach NSW Podcast was recorded on the homelands of the Darug people. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples listening to the Teach NSW Podcast today. Connect with usIf you would like to provide feedback or suggestions for future episodes, please contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get in touch with the Teach NSW Podcast team. Follow the Teach NSW team on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to know when new episodes are released.Resources and useful links:Teach NSW - become a teacher in a NSW public school and find out how a career in teaching can open doors for you.ClassCover - explore casual teaching opportunities available in NSW public schools.History Teachers’ Association of NSW Facebook Group - a Facebook group facilitated by history teachers in NSW, who share professional support and resources for teaching history in NSW.Society and Culture Association - a valuable network for teachers and students of society and culture throughout NSW to share resources and expertise.Universal Resources Hub - gain access to quality teaching and curriculum instruction resources designed by the department’s educational experts.