Teaching in Victoria is a chance to do meaningful work while building a good life. There are teaching roles in regions across Victoria, so if you are a teacher looking to live and work in great communities – Victoria may be for you.
Hear stories from real teachers across Victoria
Irene Bakulikira
Irene is passionate about being a role model for her students after she came to Victoria as a refugee.
Jason Aquilina
After working as an electrician for 15 years, Jason now shares his passion in teaching his students electrotechnology.
Jo-Anne Weinman
After starting a robotics club at her children’s school, she’s now studying an employment-based teaching degree.
Mr Cogo
Join comedian Nazeem Hussain as he reunites with his science teacher from Melbourne High School, Mr Cogo.
Shelley Richardson
Shelley uses her experience in performing arts to tailor her maths classes, particularly helping other neurodivergent people connect with learning.
Stephanie Swain
As a proud Indigenous woman and Koorie Coordinator, Stephanie helps Aboriginal students build cultural connections.
Alex Johnson
Physical activity helps Alex be a better teacher and builds her students’ skills and confidence.
Matt Brand
Moving from the UK to Victoria allowed Matt to pursue his passion subjects and become Assistant Principal.
Steps to become a teacher in Victoria
Step 1: Getting your qualification recognised
Teachers need their qualifications checked before they can teach in Victoria. This is completed by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
You may also need to complete an English language competency test.
For more information visit Interstate or overseas teachers.
Step 2: Apply for teaching jobs
There are many teaching jobs across Victoria.
You can apply for teaching jobs in Victorian government schools via School Jobs Vic, by:
- searching and applying for available vacancies
- submitting your interest in the Applicant Pool.
If you are a teacher from overseas, our schools can help you get your visa and working rights once you are offered a role. This job offer and visa will support your VIT registration application.
Step 3: Apply for a visa
International teachers need the right visa and permission to work before starting a job in a Victorian school.
If you'd like to understand your visa options, processing times and costs, visit Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.
Teachers can also apply for a Victorian state-sponsored visa through Live in Melbourne.
Teaching in regional Victoria
Hear stories from real teachers in regional Victoria
Naima in Mansfield
Naima moved from Queensland to a town in the foothills of the Victorian Alps.
Simon in Torquay
Assistant Principal Simon moved his family to Torquay on Victoria's Surf Coast.
Zoe in Moyston
Graphic designer-turned-teacher Zoe tapped into relocation incentives to teach in the Grampians.
Pre-service teachers in Rainbow
Pre-service teachers (PSTs) Jonah, Sarah, and Jacinta head out to the country town of Rainbow for a teaching placement.
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