Teacher tales: career journey and insights

Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership

2022 Teaching Excellence Program (TEP) alumni Jay Chew (Al-Taqwa College), Ben Jones (Bendigo South East 7-10 Secondary College) and Kendall Aglinskas (Assumption College) dive deep into their teaching journeys. They candidly discuss personal stories, from unconventional relationships with school as students, to discovering a profound sense of belonging and purpose within the teaching vocation and community. Kendall, now Deputy Principal at Assumption College, also shares her unique perspective as a school leader. This is a great episode for any school teacher looking to further their career into school leadership.

What is the Teaching Excellence Program (TEP)?

TEP is an Australian first cross sector program that enables highly-skilled teachers to advance their capability and confidence in the classroom. Aimed at improving teacher skills and in turn student outcomes, TEP is a year long program open to government, Independent and Catholic Victorian teachers.

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This podcast series explores, challenges and considers insights into education, school leadership and classroom learning. Views expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not represent the Academy.