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Salaries and teaching levels
Graduate Teacher
As a new teacher you will be referred to as a graduate teacher for the first two years. You will commence on Level 2.1 and are eligible for the Graduate Allowance of up to $1600 during your first two years. This allowance assists you with the personal and professional costs involved in establishing yourself as a teacher.
Once you complete the requirements for full registration, you progress to Teacher level.
If you are a career changer, your work experience and previous qualifications may be taken into account when determining your starting salary. The Department considers each application to start above the graduate salary on a case-by-case basis.
| Level | Salary as at February 2010 |
| 2.1 | $53,954* |
| 2.2 | $59,199* |
* this does not include the $1600pa graduate allowance
