Schools It’s about time! 17 Aug 2021 With government failing to make an offer that addresses the key problem of excessive workloads – despite the extraordinary dedication shown by members throughout the pandemic – it is time to ramp up our campaign for a better deal.
For everyone Overworked and underpaid 4 Jul 2021 The latest State of our Schools survey presents the most powerful picture yet of members’ struggle to meet their students’ educational and welfare needs amid crippling workload demands.
For everyone Don’t get mad; change the system! 28 Jun 2021 Don’t mistake the in-house bickering in your workplace as a fault in the system. On the contrary, it’s a feature, says teacher and columnist TRAVIS MCKENZIE.
Schools We know the problem, and the solution 22 Jun 2021 Teachers reported an average 53 hours of work during term time, which is 15 hours of unpaid overtime per week.
Schools Principals raise major concerns 22 Jun 2021 Unmanageable workload is one of the key issues members are dealing with, looking at the latest AEU State of Our Schools survey.
Schools Federal budget fails public schools 22 Jun 2021 In the recent federal budget, the Morrison government proved it does not value the fundamental importance of accessible, quality education for all Australians.
Schools Members wear red to flag excessive workloads 22 Jun 2021 We put out a call, asking you to ‘wear red’ as part of our VGSA Week of Action, and you delivered!
Schools Overworked and undervalued: workload in the spotlight 7 Apr 2021 As negotiations for a new Schools Agreement get underway, greater community awareness and high-profile inquiries are building pressure on government to address the workload crisis in the profession.
For everyone In the classroom, size matters 6 Apr 2021 TRAVIS McKENZIE: Will the 2021 school tutors program finally force the government to recognise the benefits of lower class sizes?
Schools Message on workload is clear 6 Apr 2021 The resources to address excessive workloads must be on the table in negotiations for a new Schools Agreement.
For everyone Learning, virtually 10 Jun 2020 At Virtual School Victoria, teachers are accustomed to building relationships with students and families who have to learn from home.
Schools Starting over 31 Mar 2020 Finding the true measurement of success allowed teacher and author AMRA PAJALIC to avoid burnout and stay in the job she loves.
Schools PCA members supporting one another 31 Mar 2020 For school principals facing challenges at work, their best support often comes from colleagues at nearby schools.
Schools 30+8: trust in the process 24 Mar 2020 Strong relationships between the leadership team and teachers at Castlemaine Secondary College contributed to a smooth roll-out of the 30+8 clause.
For everyone Starting afresh 24 Mar 2020 LUCY TRELOAR: back to work after a break can be hard, there are things we can all do to make the adjustment easier.
Early Childhood Early childhood campaigns reach a critical point 24 Mar 2020 The AEU is running twin campaigns at state and federal level to ensure that kindergarten teachers and educators are paid the wages they deserve and that their centres are properly funded.
Schools AEU welcomes new support for graduate teachers 19 Feb 2020 The AEU welcomes the Victorian government’s pilot program for new graduate teachers to ease their workload and help prevent burnout.
TAFE & Adult Provision Bad behaviour from BKI 16 Dec 2019 The AEU is defending the rights of members against Bendigo Kangan Institute’s appalling attempts to undermine teachers’ rights.
For everyone Our 2020 vision 3 Dec 2019 The AEU is currently working on a three-year plan to win better lives for members, grow the union’s power and improve conditions across all our sectors.
Schools Workload in focus for next agreement 28 Oct 2019 To achieve serious inroads on workload, all members need to get involved in drafting our claims for a new schools agreement.