Step into Teaching Scholarships

The purpose of the Step into Teaching Scholarship is to: · support the supply of a high quality teaching workforce for Queensland state schools; · support the transition of content specialists to teaching roles; and · contribute to enhanced student learning outcomes.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications for a 2013 Step into Teaching Scholarship are invited from individuals who:

·       will undertake a Graduate Diploma in Education - Secondary (or equivalent) in the curriculum areas of Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics at a Queensland Higher Education Institution in 2013

·       have achieved high academic results in their previous tertiary studies

·       will be eligible for registration and employment as a teacher in Queensland for a minimum of two years from the commencement of Semester 1, 2014, and

·        are an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia

Selection Criteria

Applications for a 2013 Step into Teaching Scholarship are invited from individuals who:

• will undertake a Graduate Diploma in Education – Secondary (or equivalent) on a full-time

basis at a Queensland Higher Education Institution in 2013, in one or more of the curriculum areas of:

o Mathematics;o Chemistry; or o Physics.

• have achieved high academic results in their previous tertiary studies;
• expect to be eligible for registration as a teacher in Queensland with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) at the end of 2013;
• expect to be eligible for employment as a teacher from the commencement of Semester 1, 2014 for a minimum of two years; and
• are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia.

Applicants should refer to the section above for further information about teaching locations and expectations about where scholarship recipients may be appointed.

The Department is not able to assess an individual’s eligibility to meet the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) requirements for teacher registration. For further information about registration, visit the QCT website at www.qct.edu.au.

Additional Information

Further information about the Step into TeachingScholarship program, including the Application form 207kand Guidelines 162k can be downloaded from this web page.

Specific enquiries may be directed to scholarships@dete.qld.gov.au or by telephone on (07) 3237 0507.

How do I apply?

Scholarship Application Process

Applicants must complete and submit a 2013 Step into Teaching Scholarship - Application Form with the following attachments:

• evidence of identity and citizenship;
• certified copy of academic records / transcripts for tertiary qualifications;
• certified copies of transcripts for any other relevant qualifications;
• curriculum Vitae or Resume;
• details of any restrictions on employment location preferences;
• supporting statement – outlining suitability to become a teacher.

If the scholarship applicant has already received an offer of a place in an appropriate study program for 2013, a copy of this letter should also be included with the application.

The 2013 Step into Teaching Scholarship - Application Form is available from the Department’s website at www.teach.qld.gov.au

All required documentation is to be provided by the closing date as incomplete applications may result in a delay in processing your application and it may not be considered.

How will I know the outcome of my application?

Once the selection process is complete, all applicants will be notified in writing of the outcome of their scholarship application. Successful applicants may be notified of the outcome of their application by phone or email prior to receiving the written notification. Successful applicants will receive a written letter of offer and a copy of the formal 2013 Step into Teaching Scholarship Agreement and Schedule. These applicants are required to respond to the offer of a scholarship within a specified period and acceptance of offers cannot be deferred. All offers are subject to the successful applicant providing confirmation of enrolment in an initial teacher education program for 2013.

Scholarship Donor - Queensland Government

The Department of Education, Training and Employment offers Step into Teaching Scholarships to support high-achieving science and mathematics graduates who would like to make a difference in the lives of young Queenslanders by becoming a state high school teacher.