Professional Development

Geelong Tech School is a technology hub that provides strong support and access to innovative workshops, hands-on experiences, and emerging technologies.

We are committed to advancing STEM skills for educators in both primary and secondary schools across the Geelong region. Our staff, with extensive industry backgrounds, are dedicated to helping teachers integrate industry-relevant skills into their subjects and curricula. All our professional development (PD) opportunities contribute towards teachers’ VIT annual PD requirements.

Here are some ways teachers can access PD:

• In-Class PD
  Teachers learn alongside their students during booked programs. Certificates can be provided upon request.
• Bespoke PD
  Our GTS team can create custom PD opportunities tailored to the needs and goals of individual teachers or schools, covering STEM areas such as pedagogy, curriculum integration, and skill development.
• GTS-Organised PD
  Sign up to our Teacher Portal and follow us on social media to stay informed about upcoming PD opportunities, hosted by our staff or external providers.

By Teachers, For Teachers

Geelong Tech School is excited to launch a new professional learning initiative designed to celebrate and amplify the expertise of educators across our region. The theme is “By Teachers, For Teachers” because no one understands the needs of teachers better than those working in the classroom every day.

We would love to invite you to run a Professional Development session for fellow Geelong educators.

What we’re offering

To support you in planning and delivering your session, Geelong Tech School will provide:

• A dedicated workshop space
• CRT coverage for both PD planning and delivery
• Support from our team as needed

What you could share

We’re looking for sessions that highlight practical, classroom-tested expertise. Your session could focus on areas such as:

• Design or Systems Engineering
• STEM learning
• Pedagogy or assessment approaches
• Digital Technology or Digital Literacy
• AI in Education
• Careers & Pathways
• Sustainability or Renewable Energy
• Project-Based Learning
• Or any area you’re passionate about!

Whether it’s a strategy that transformed your students’ engagement, a classroom innovation you’ve developed, or a subject area you love, your knowledge can have a big impact on other teachers in our community.

Next steps

If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, get in contact with our Curriculum Manager, Tash. She’ll work with you to shape the session and organise the logistics.