HeyJaredThe Relief Teacher's Podcast by Tradewind Australia
This is Australia's leading podcast dedicated to Casual Relief Teachers. Relief teachers are tasked with providing a seamless transition for students when their usual teacher is away.
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The Navigator Program - Interview with Tamara Howlett (opens the original)
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In this episode, Helen, Sue and Terry meet with Tamara Howlett, Northeastern Melbourne Coordinator from the Navigator Program about supporting young people who have disengaged from education and helping them reconnect with learning, training, employment and future opportunities. We explore the reasons students disengage, the importance of relationships and trust, and the practical role educators can play in supporting re-engagement. A valuable conversation for CRTs, graduate teachers and school
Help! How do I control this class? (opens the original)
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Help! How do I control this class? In this episode of our practical Q&A series for CRTs, we tackle one of the most common and daunting challenges in relief teaching: behaviour management and maintaining control. Schools are dynamic, fast-moving, and often unpredictable environments, and walking into a new classroom can sometimes feel like stepping into a whirlwind. In this episode, our panel discusses proactive strategies to prevent chaos before it starts, followed by practical, experience-based
The Big Picture: How Schools Have Changed (opens the original)
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In this episode, we take a step back from the day-to-day of relief teaching to look at the broader landscape - how Victorian classrooms, students, and school culture have shifted dramatically over the past decade. For CRTs, understanding these changes isn't just interesting background; it's directly relevant to what you encounter the moment you walk through the door. We explore how the role of schools has expanded well beyond delivering curriculum content, now encompassing mental health support,
What happens if…Part Three (opens the original)
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In the third episode of our practical Q&A series for CRTs, we answer more real-life questions sent in by teachers. Schools are dynamic, fast-moving and often unpredictable environments, and CRTs are regularly required to make immediate decisions with little context and no time to prepare. In this episode, we explore some of the everyday challenges relief teachers face and offer practical, experience-based responses drawn from years in classrooms. What do you do if: The class keeps comparing you
Working in high performing schools - Vermont Secondary College Interview with Cara Macfarlane (opens the original)
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Join in as we chat with Cara Macfarlane, Assistant Principal from Vermont Secondary College to explore her journey from graduate teacher to school leader and gain an insider's perspective on what helps schools thrive. We gain insight into the school culture, student success, leadership and the qualities that make relief teachers the first choice for future bookings. This episode is packed with practical insights and thoughtful reflections from someone who has successfully navigated every stage o
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