What is Teacher Support?
- An opportunity for beginning and proficient teachers / trainers to engage in discussion and deliberation whilst gaining insights and guidance from someone who has successfully walked that path before
- A bespoke service that is personalised to each client dependent upon their needs and desired outcomes
- A support mechanism whereby teachers develop skills, reduce their stress and improve wellbeing
- A tool that may assist in reducing staff absenteeism
- A highly successful method for improving performance outcomes for individuals, their students, and the overall organisation
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Who is it suitable for?
- Are you a beginning teacher wanting to feel more confident?
- A proficient teacher wanting to brainstorm ideas away from the workplace?
- A tired teacher that feels burnout is inevitable and you need some strategies to cope?
- A school that values their employees, assisting teachers to develop new skills and/or support their mental health?
Can you afford NOT to have support?
The teaching profession is facing an unprecedented crisis:
Anxiety & Depression
More than 50% of Australian teachers suffer from anxiety, and nearly 20% suffer from depression (Australian Education Union, 2023)
Compensation Claims
The number of Worker’s Compensation claims for burnout by NSW Teachers has increased nearly 40% since 2019 (EducationHQ, 2023)
Low Retention
According to a 2023 report released by Black Dog Institute, almost half of Australian teachers are considering leaving the job in the next year (Nine news, 2023)
Mental Health Issues
Monash University has determined that teachers are 33% more at risk of a Workers Compensation case for mental health issues than other professions (Nine News, 2022)
Sources
Australian Education Union. (February 13th, 2023). Crunch time: https://www.aeufederal.org.au/news-media/news/2023/crunch-time
EducationHQ. (2023, September 5th). Burn out teachers’ workers’ comp claims skyrocket: https://educationhq.com/news/burnt-out-teachers-workers-comp-claims-skyrocket-154730/
Nine News. (2022, November 7th). Teachers most at risk of assault, research shows: https://www.9news.com.au/national/queensland-teacher-attacks-research-shows/785cf133-86dc-4015-acec-a3cb878a0640
Nine News. (2023, June 2nd). ‘I’ve experienced the most profound burn out of my life’: Teachers at tipping point: https://www.9news.com.au/national/teacher-shortage-mental-health-claims-rise-australia/c0f1b3c0-04a1-4fcf-a565-4d3d1e17cb90
Key Information
What to Expect
What can be expected from Teacher Support provided by Cromwell Solutions?
- Reflective practices to examine current issues and challenges
- A safe environment to discuss and navigate the complexities of teaching
- Support to develop new strategies or adjust existing practices to see results
- Practical guidance, insight and direction
- Encouragement of a growth mindset to develop a new outlook to problems
The Benefits
Benefits of using Cromwell Solutions for Teacher Support
As an external, independent third party, you can be assured of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism whilst receiving an experienced, fresh perspective.
Potential benefits for the individual teacher / trainer
- Increased self-confidence, empowerment, and resilience
- Opportunity for growth and reflection
- Development of teaching skillset across various areas
- Improved sense of wellbeing and mental health
- Increased chance of promotion
- Greater job satisfaction
Potential benefits for the school / educational facility
By investing in the support of their employees, organisations benefit through:-
- Decreased staff absenteeism and turnover
- An improved culture of lifelong learning, wellbeing and support
- Superior achievement of organisational goals
- Increased commitment and loyalty from teachers being supported
- Better outcomes for students
How does it work?
Cromwell Solutions can be engaged by any individual seeking to transform their life.
- 20 Minutes Discovery Call – FREE
- 60-minute sessions can be booked via the calendar for $185 Incl GST
- An ‘Action package’ of 4 sessions (each 60 minutes in duration) can be purchased for $680 Incl GST
- A ‘Transformation package’ of 8 sessions (each 60 minutes in duration) can be purchased for $1,199 Incl GST
How to get started
All sessions are conducted via Zoom. Alternatively, visits on site or to a location of your choice may incur additional fees.
Why Cromwell Solutions?
Experience
Strong experience leading, coaching and supporting teachers of all levels.
Highly Qualified
- Master of Education (Leadership and Management)
- Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary)
- Internationally Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
- NSW Registered Teacher
Support
- in secondary schooling, university and other tertiary settings
- as a classroom teacher, middle leader and executive leader
- in male and female single sex schools, in addition to co-ed schools
- across New South Wales and Queensland
- in both mainstream education and trauma informed flexible learning settings
Professionalism
Approachable and professional
FAQ's
Teachers may wish to discuss areas such as:
- Behaviour management and classroom practices
- Term and lesson planning
- Goal setting and personal development (eg: action plans, time management)
- Career exploration and advancement (eg: various pathways, courses, networking)
- Work-life balance and wellbeing (eg: setting boundaries, self-care to minimise burnout)
- Policy design and implementation
Teachers in all stages of their career can be supported through various challenges and scenarios. However, secondary schooling is an area of expertise and specialisation – across both mainstream education and flexible learning special schools.
Certainly. Please place an enquiry to ensure we understand what is involved and the location where this service is required. A quote can then be provided.
The ‘Teacher Support’ service is confidential. However, there may be times we report back to the employer with information on challenges, strategies and outcomes, only if specifically engaged by an employer.
In contrast to a ‘Fixed Mindset’, Cromwell Solutions encourages a ‘Growth Mindset’ which enables clients to reflect, learn and grow from challenges. With this mindset they can more readily persist through obstacles, embrace difficulties, learn from feedback and find inspiration to keep improving.
