Pathways to pr: Secondary school teacher- 241411
Each week, I will dive into an occupation and discuss potential pathways to Permanent Residency in Australia. First up, a popular one!
Secondary School Teacher (ANZSCO Code: 241411)
Description
Secondary School Teachers teach one or more subjects within a prescribed curriculum to secondary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development.
Qualification Required
A Bachelor's degree or higher qualification is required. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is also required.
Tasks (including but not limited to)
Presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials.
Developing students' interests, abilities, and coordination through creative activities.
Guiding discussions and supervising work in class.
Preparing, administering, and marking tests, projects, and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results.
Discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers.
Maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas.
Participating in staff meetings, educational conferences, and workshops.
Liaising with parent, community, and business groups.
Maintaining class and scholastic records.
Performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions, and special interest programs.
Supervising student teachers on placement.
Main Visa Options
Employer Sponsorship
482 - Skills in Demand Visa (Core Skills Stream) This visa allows employers to address labour shortages by bringing in skilled workers where there is a recognised need.
Work Experience: A minimum of 1 year within the last 5 years.
Skills Assessment: Not required for this occupation.
Visa Type: A temporary visa, granting a stay of up to 4 years.
Route to PR: You may be eligible to transition to the permanent 186 visa after working for your employer for 2 years.
186 - Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) - Direct Entry Stream This is a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an employer.
Work Experience: At least 3 years of relevant work experience.
Skills Assessment: A mandatory skills assessment is required unless an exemption applies.
Visa Type: Grants Permanent Residency upon approval.
494 - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa This visa is for skilled workers nominated by an employer in a designated regional area.
Work Experience: A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.
Skills Assessment: A mandatory skills assessment is required.
Visa Type: A temporary visa allowing you to stay for up to 5 years.
Route to PR: You can apply for the permanent 191 visa after living and working in a designated regional area for 3 years.
Skilled Independent Visas
Important Information:
These visas operate on a points-tested system. A positive skills assessment is mandatory. Applicants must lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect system, declaring a points score. An EOI can remain in the system for up to two years. Invitation rounds can be sporadic, so there is no guarantee of receiving an invitation to apply. For the 190 and 491 visas, each state and territory has its own unique requirements and priority occupations. It is vitally important to check these requirements before lodging an EOI.
How points are awarded: Points are awarded for factors such as your age, English language level, work experience (in and outside Australia), education level, and partner skills. Applicants must score a minimum of 65 points to apply. The system is flexible, and you build your score from different categories; you do not need to score in every single one. The higher your points, the better your chance of an invitation.
189 - Skilled Independent Visa This visa is for points-tested skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or nominated by a state or territory government. It allows you to live and work anywhere in Australia as a permanent resident.
Minimum Points: You must score at least 65 points on the skilled migration points test.
Skills Assessment: A mandatory positive skills assessment is required.
Visa Type: This is a permanent visa, granting you permanent residency from the day it is approved.
How are you chosen?: You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. Candidates with the highest points scores are then invited by the Department of Home Affairs to apply for the visa during periodic invitation rounds.
190 - Skilled Nominated Visa This visa is for points-tested skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It grants permanent residency, with the requirement that you live and work in the nominating state for a specified period (usually two years).
Minimum Points: A minimum of 65 points is required (this includes the 5 points you receive for state nomination).
Skills Assessment: A mandatory skills assessment is required.
Visa Type: This is a permanent visa.
How are you chosen?: You must submit an EOI in SkillSelect and seek nomination from a state or territory. If you meet their criteria, the state may nominate you, which triggers an invitation to apply for the visa.
491 - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa This visa is for points-tested skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member to live and work in a designated regional area.
Minimum Points: A minimum of 65 points is required (this includes the 15 points you receive for the nomination/sponsorship).
Skills Assessment: A mandatory positive skills assessment is required.
Visa Type: A temporary visa for up to 5 years.
Route to PR: After holding the 491 visa for at least 3 years and meeting certain requirements (like minimum taxable income), you can apply for the permanent Subclass 191 visa.
Other Possible Visa Options
407 - Training Visa: A temporary visa for workplace-based training.
485 - Graduate Visa: A temporary visa for eligible international students to live and work in Australia after their studies.
Skills Assessment Authority - AITSL
Skills Assessments are mandatory for all Skilled Independent Visas and some Employer Sponsorship visas. The Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) is the assessment authority for Secondary School Teachers.
A positive skills assessment requires meeting specific standards for your:
Qualifications: 4 year full time study. Must have included an Initial Teacher Education Qualification . Supervised teaching Practice- 45 days minimum - students aged between 13-18 years old in a secondary school setting.
English Language Proficiency.
Shortage of Secondary School Teachers in Australia
According to Jobs and Skills Australia, there is a shortage of Secondary School Teachers in all Australian states and territories. This is excellent news for teachers looking to migrate, as it means the occupation is a high priority for the government.
Conclusion
This guide offers a bird's-eye view of the visa landscape for Secondary School Teachers. It's important to remember that Australian migration law is incredibly detailed, with each visa pathway having its own set of specific conditions, requirements, and criteria that can change over time.
To navigate these complexities and understand how they apply directly to your circumstances, a comprehensive assessment is essential. We strongly recommend booking a consultation for a full and thorough review of your personal and professional profile.
