Many teaching occupations are currently on MLTSSL list which is a critical skill shortage list. According to Job Outlook which is an initiative of the Australian Government Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business, the number of people working as Teacher is expected to grow over the next 5 years, and this occupation has a moderate future growth.
The following Teaching occupations are currently on the MLTSSL list:
- Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
- Secondary School Teacher
- Special Needs Teacher
- Teacher of the hearing impaired
- Teacher of the sight impaired
- Special education teachers nec
The applicants with above Teaching occupations can apply under both General Skilled Migration program and Employer Sponsorship program in Australia.
Academic and English Language Requirement for Skill Assessment:
Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) is the assessing authority of Teaching occupations. AITSL requires your overseas qualification to be comparable to at least four years full-time (or part-time equivalent) higher education (university) level study in Australia. The qualification must also need to include 45 days of supervised teaching practice. Applicants are also required to satisfy English Language requirement unless they completed a four year course in an English speaking country. AITSL accepts Academic IELTS with a score of 7 in Reading and writing and 8 in Listening and Speaking.
Selecting the right occupation from the outset is the key to the beginning of a successful application process. Teachers could also claim points for overseas work experience. However, it is very important that such experiences are submitted with appropriate documentary evidence.
If you are a Teacher and require professional assistance in relation to your Australian visa application, you can contact us through: (02) 8379 1811 or info@kgrouplegal.com.au
