New research by the Australian Institute for Teaching and Schools Leadership (AITSL) reveals almost 9 in 10 (87%) Australians believe teachers deserve more recognition.
The research comes ahead of World Teachers’ Day on Friday 31 October where people from all ages across Australia will take part in a National “Hats off to Teachers” moment.
In a country that deeply values its teachers, there’s a growing sense that we’re not doing enough to show our appreciation.
To celebrate teachers, AITSL is inviting Australians everywhere to join the “Hats Off to Teachers” initiative this World Teachers’ Day. To help schools and communities get involved, AITSL has also developed a free downloadable Celebration Kit packed with hat props, posters, thank you cards and activities to spark ideas.
AITSL’s Australian Teacher Workforce Survey highlighted that teachers find their work deeply rewarding – but the challenges are real too. Heavy workloads, time pressure and emotional demands are the top stressors and more than half report some level of burnout.
Tim Bullard, CEO of AITSL, said: “We know quality teaching is the most significant in-school factor influencing student learning.
On Friday 31 October for World Teachers’ Day, we want to shine a spotlight on the expertise and dedication of our teachers and encourage everyone across Australia to tip their hat in recognition of the vital work they do. Teachers wear many hats and quality teaching shapes who we become, from sparking curiosity to guiding us through life.
World Teachers’ Day reminds us to recognise that impact.”
To find out more about how you can get involved this World Teachers’ Day, visit: https://www.aitsl.edu.au/worldteachersday