Teaching WA
- Working in a public school
- Teaching in a public school
- Rural and remote schools
- Teachers' stories
- Country Teaching Program
- Remote Teaching Service
- Rural Teaching Program for student teachers
- Teacher Flying Squad
- Aboriginal education
- Financial assistance for rural and remote teachers
- Return to the country
- Myths of country life
- Tips for moving to the country
- Focus on Narrogin Education District
- Metropolitan schools
- Salaries and teaching levels
- Leave and entitlements
- Benefits and support
- Eligibility to teach in a public school
- What's happening in WA schools
- Other careers in public schools
- Personal stories
Myths of country life
Myths of country life
Research has shown that there are many myths and inaccuracies associated with people’s understanding of moving from the metro area to live and teach in country areas. People with little or no experience of life in the country will sometimes base their ideas and preconceptions on what is portrayed by the media or in films.
Find out what existing teachers discovered when they moved to the country. Their key message is, ‘Be prepared to think differently about living and working in the country.’
Community support
How will I make new friends and fit in with the community? Watch this video and hear from teachers who enjoy being part of their country community.
Support in country schools
It will be hard to start my career as a graduate teacher, I am concerned that there won’t be enough support from
my school.
Watch this video to discover the type of support country schools give to new graduates starting their teaching career.
