School Experience and Your Mentor
“I have learnt more about teaching in the Sydney Christian Schools Teaching Hub in a few weeks than what I learn in 2 years when I was studying elsewhere.”
Testimonial of one of the Trainees from the 2023 Cohort
Each Trainee is paid while they are placed in a classroom with a Christian Mentor Teacher one day a week. This provides an opportunity to:
- Observe a range of teachers, classes representing a range of ages
- Over time, progressively do more of the things that teachers do and put theory into practice
- Regularly receive feedback
- Get to know students and build relationships with a school community
- Participate in the life of a Christian School community including the opportunity to become involved in areas related to the gifts and strengths of Trainees such as co-curricular activities, sport and excursions
- Learn what it means to be a part of team and Christian School community as a member of staff
Tertiary Studies
Trainees complete a NESA approved course of studies with plenty of support. Trainees can train to become:
- Early Learning
- Primary Teachers
- Secondary Teacher Specialists
Students can choose between a 4 year Bachelor of Education degree or, for those who have already completed a suitable Bachelor degree, can complete a 2 year Masters Degree.
Insight Sessions
Each week Trainees meet for Insight Sessions hosted by different member schools. This provides a unique opportunity for Trainees to:
- Get practical support with Tertiary studies and Professional Experience Placements
- Share classroom experiences and learn the craft of Christian Education
- Develop a supportive network of Christian Teachers
- Benefit and support each other through pastoral care, with every Trainee known personally
- Learn ways to success and flourish as a Christian Teacher
- Learn from a wide range of highly experienced and skilled Christian Educators including executive leaders, students, teachers and also from each other
- Discuss hot topics and current developments in Christian Education