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Primary, Special & Secondary School Teachers

At The Teaching Initiative, we don’t just connect you to schools — we build professional relationships that place you in the right community for your skills and style.

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As teachers, we know the art of teaching.

We believe a positive classroom environment sparks active participation and engagement from every learner.

“A class without a teacher is just a room; a class with a teacher is a learning community.”

We work across Independent, Private, and Government schools throughout Victoria. Whether you are looking for permanent opportunities or Casual Relief Teaching (CRT) we are here for you!

We are proud to be the highest paying agency in Victoria, with competitive rates plus bonuses. Your work deserves to be rewarded.

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Why The Teaching Initiative?

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    Teacher owned & operated.

    All our staff are registered teachers and educators, so we understand your needs.

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    Above award wages.

    We pay above award, with chances to earn an additional $100 bonus per shift worked.

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    Flexible hours & local jobs.

    Control your own schedule, with shifts available in VIC, QLD & NSW.

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    Easy to use app.

    Get real-time notifications for new available shifts on our app Deputy.

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Casual Relief Opportunities  

Our extensive network of school communities presents our teacher’s with an array of casual teaching opportunities, across sectors & educational settings. Our team is ready to guide you along the way, ensuring each day supports the growth and development of your career.

Permanent Positions

Our teachers are sought after by some of the best Government, Private & Independent schools. They offer positions in key curriculum subjects including Maths, Science, English, Humanities and LOTE.

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  • Incredibly easy to work with. They offer high paying roles and their communication skills are second to none. Recommend!

    Conor Doran, Brisbane

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    I would definitely recommend working with The Teaching Initiative (TI). All the staff are very approachable, responsive and helpful.

    Luke George

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    I found joining Teaching Initiative easy and straight forward and quick. There are bonuses if I pick up extra and the staff are helpful and very approachable.

    Tracie Jones

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    Contact Us

    Connect with our friendly team via our website, phone or email.

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    Upload Resume

    You receive a link to upload your resume via the Deputy app.

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    Schedule Interview

    You receive a link to schedule a call with one of our consultants.

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    Final Documents

    After uploading your docuemnts, our team will review and approve.

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    Start Getting Jobs!

    Once approved, you will be invited to claim shifts via the Deputy app.

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