Enhance Your School, Centre, or Department by Hosting a Preservice Teacher
The University of South Australia is committed to fostering high-quality teaching practice and supporting the next generation of educators. By hosting a UniSA Preservice Teacher (PST), your school, early learning centre, childcare centre, or education department plays a crucial role in shaping future teachers while benefiting from fresh perspectives and new teaching techniques.
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Why Host a Preservice Teacher?
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Classroom Benefits
✅ New Ideas & Fresh Perspectives – Stay up to date with the latest teaching methods and research.
✅ Energy & Enthusiasm – Preservice teachers bring passion and curiosity to the classroom.
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Professional Growth
✅ Professional Development – Mentoring a PST is an opportunity to refine your own teaching skills.
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Partnership with UniSA
✅ Stronger Connections with UniSA – Build partnerships with a leading educator training institution.
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Financial Recognition
✅ Mentor Teachers and Site Coordinators receive payments for their support.
Financial Recognition & Payments
We acknowledge the time and effort of Mentor Teachers and Site Coordinators with the following payments:
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Role |
Payment per Day |
Example for a 30-Day Placement |
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Mentor Teacher (Supervising Teacher) |
$37.22 per student |
$1,116.60 per student |
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Site Coordinator |
$1.78 per student |
$53.40 per student |
Payments are processed upon submission of the required documentation.
Payment Claims for Teachers & Site Coordinators
Roles & Responsibilities
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Mentor Teacher (Supervising Teacher)
Mentor Teachers (also known as Supervising Teachers) play a crucial role in guiding and supporting PSTs throughout their professional experience. They work closely with students to develop their teaching skills and confidence in the classroom.
Responsibilities:
- Orient PSTs to the school, centre, or department.
- Supervise and support PSTs throughout their placement.
- Provide regular mentoring and constructive feedback.
- Ensure PSTs are fulfilling their teaching responsibilities and planning lessons effectively.
- Complete and submit interim and final reports on the PST’s progress.
Remuneration:
💰 $37.22 per day, per student
For example, for a 30-day placement, a Mentor Teacher can claim $1,116.60. -
Site Coordinator
The Site Coordinator is responsible for the overall coordination of the preservice teacher program at a designated site. They ensure smooth communication between the PSTs, supervising teachers, the site, and UniSA.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the key liaison between the site and UniSA.
- Coordinate placements and facilitate the allocation of PSTs to supervising teachers.
- Provide PSTs with an understanding of the site’s context and functions.
- Support the integration of PSTs into the school or centre’s learning environment.
Remuneration:
💰 $1.78 per day, per student
For example, for a 30-day placement, a Site Coordinator can claim $53.40.
Get in touch
For more information, you can call our placement team 8302 6606 or submit an enquiry to our team and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
