Career as Teacher

Hi everyone (=

I'm wondering what are the chances of getting into the PGDE course with a pass degree from an Australian university now that they've cut recruitment. I qualified for the honours programme, but sadly... ran out of funds... I did, however, graduate with a double major in political science and history; and I'm hoping to teach social studies and history.

Is it hopeless without an honours degree? I did really well in O' Levels but screwed up my A' Levels and wasn't very involved in CCA either (many regrets).

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Unregistered

Hi everyone (=

I'm wondering what are the chances of getting into the PGDE course with a pass degree from an Australian university now that they've cut recruitment. I qualified for the honours programme, but sadly... ran out of funds... I did, however, graduate with a double major in political science and history; and I'm hoping to teach social studies and history.

Is it hopeless without an honours degree? I did really well in O' Levels but screwed up my A' Levels and wasn't very involved in CCA either (many regrets).

Thanks!

With Australian degree, if you are lucky, can get employed on the GEO2 payscale to teach in pri sch.

Originally Posted by Unregistered

With Australian degree, if you are lucky, can get employed on the GEO2 payscale to teach in pri sch.

darn. that's really maddening because I had lots of teachers when I was in school who graduated from unheard unis from all over the place...

I am a middle age and work in IT for software field and want to swift to teaching career. I am very fond of teaching and like to teach. Currently working in a manufacturing company with IT post and volunteer teaching to some guys. I want to get some suggestion that how can I and what are the requirements need to swift the career.

I am sure that you can swift your career by working hard.

whats is the difference between a GEO1 and a GEO2?

thank you

Originally Posted by Unregistered

With Australian degree, if you are lucky, can get employed on the GEO2 payscale to teach in pri sch.

I just got shortlisted for an interview to teach social studies in sec school so sucks to you debby downer ha.

does MOE accept graduates from UniSIM's English Language & Literature degree?

if yes, would they be classified under GEO1 / GEO2 salary scale? thanks.

Will only those who are called for sharing session, be called for the interviews?
Or is there a chance for others as well?

Originally Posted by Unregistered

does MOE accept graduates from UniSIM's English Language & Literature degree?

if yes, would they be classified under GEO1 / GEO2 salary scale? thanks.

It is a recognized degree and will be classified under GEO 1 scale.

The scale will be abolished in October anyway, however, you will still command a higher pay compared to those without degree.