Only weeks after putting out the call for applicants, the Tasmanian Government and University of Tasmania’s new teacher pathway program, Change2Teaching, has received a strong response from Tasmanians looking to enter the classroom.
The Pilot, set to begin in January 2027, offered 40 places across the North West and South aimed at mid-career professionals and university graduates who have considered a career in teaching but may have been hindered by challenges like location or cost.
To date, 80 applications have been received to take part in the program.
Minister for Education, Jo Palmer, said it was clear more Tasmanians want to bring their diverse range of skills into our classrooms.
“The response we’ve seen from people wanting to take part in the Pilot has been incredible,” Minister Palmer said.
“The Change2Teaching program recognises that great teachers come from many different backgrounds, and we want to welcome people with valuable professional experience into our schools.
“By creating a practical, paid pathway into teaching, we are opening the door for more Tasmanians to make the transition into a rewarding career in education and bring new perspectives into the classroom.
“The program also reflects recommendations from the 2024 Independent Review of Education in Tasmania, which called for increasing teacher numbers through employment-based pathways.
“Through our Government’s 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we’re delivering for Tasmanians by building a strong teaching workforce and ensuring the next generation of teachers is set up for success.”
Students who enrol in the University of Tasmania’s two-year Master of Teaching will be selected to participate in the pilot.
