Special Development Casual Relief Teachers

Tradewind Australia Pty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Australia Pty is seeking a Primary and Secondary Casual Relief Teacher for Special Development (CRT) to support Melbourne and wider Victoria schools. You will deliver engaging lessons when the lead teacher is absent and help maintain a safe, structured classroom environment across diverse settings.

As a CRT, you’ll benefit from flexible shifts, advance bookings where possible, and ongoing mentoring from experienced Principals.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised teaching qualification with VIT registration.
• Experience in casual or relief teaching preferred.
• Ability to work in Special Development settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons when the teacher is absent.
• Create a safe, structured classroom environment.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and student needs.
• Supervise students in playgrounds or other school areas as required.
• Willing to work within Special Development Schools.

Skills

Flexibility

Proactive approach

Adaptability

Education

Teaching qualification

VIT registration

Job description

Primary and Secondary Casual Relief Teacher - Special Development (CRT)

Location: Cranbourne

Rate: $430 - $480 per day + Super

Ready to Teach on Your Terms?

Whether you're looking for flexibility, variety or a pathway to something more permanent, Tradewind Australia connects you with schools across Melbourne and wider Victoria that truly value great educators. We'll help you find work that fits your lifestyle and provide the support to help you thrive in every classroom.

About Us

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning education recruitment agency and the preferred supplier of many relief teachers to schools across greater Melbourne. We're not just about filling jobs - we're about helping teachers build fulfilling, long-term careers, with support every step of the way.

The Role

As a Casual Relief Teacher (CRT), you'll bring learning to life across a range of Melbourne schools. Our team matches you with schools that suit your teaching style, experience and availability and location. This ensures you get greater choice, variety and consistency.

Why Teachers Love Working With Us

• Flexibility and control - Choose when and where you work using our easy-to-use app.
• Advance bookings - Prefer to plan ahead? We'll line up your shifts in advance where possible.
• Professional growth - Access regular mentoring from experienced Principals and exclusive CRT podcasts.
• Community & recognition - Be part of our supportive teaching network, with weekly webinars, end of term catch ups and competitions throughout the year.
• Zero joining fees - Join for free and start accepting shifts right away.

Example locations

Tradewind work with schools across Melbourne and regional Victoria. Some example locations include:

• West - Melton, Truganina, Altona
• South - Glen Waverly, Clayton, Oakleigh, Frankston, Hampton Park
• North - Mernda, South Morang, Sunbury, Roxburgh Park, Craigieburn

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that keep learning on track in the teacher's absence.
• Create a safe, positive and structured classroom environment.
• Adapt quickly to different classrooms and student needs.
• Supervise students in playgrounds or other school areas as required.
• Willing to work within Special Development Schools

What You'll Bring

• A recognised teaching qualification and current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Two professional referees from the past five years (mentor teachers accepted).
• A flexible and proactive approach to new school settings.

Commitment to Child Safety & Inclusion

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. We encourage applications from teachers of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. All successful applicants will complete background and reference checks, including a Working with Children Check.