The best graduates and teachers have been selected to be in the regions to teach as part of the new FASTstream program, said Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh.
The program accepts a small number of outstanding candidates each year and provides an intensive mentoring and accelerated leadership pathway, which includes placement at leading public schools including in the regions.
More than 200 early career and graduate teachers applied to take part in the exclusive FASTstream program, and more than 120 schools expressed an interest in hosting participants.
Mr Singh said he is thrilled that teacher Thomas Smith will be coming to Narranga Public School from the start of Term 1 next year.
“The Coffs Coast has a lot to offer and I am so pleased we will be welcoming another teacher to this wonderful part of the world,” Mr Singh said.
“We know the importance of great teachers and mentors and this is a program that will see students across regional NSW benefit.”
Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said every participant who has been selected has demonstrated a passion and commitment to public education.
“I’m really excited by the diversity of talent, skills and background of our first group of FASTstreamers, more than half of whom will be placed at a regional or rural school straight away,” Ms Mitchell said.
“We know great school leadership is crucial in lifting student and school outcomes and providing all our students with the opportunities to succeed. FASTstream is part of our commitment to identifying and supporting our school leaders at every stage of their career.”
The teachers will also receive support from a school-based mentor in each placement providing them with advice and feedback, as well as a program mentor who will guide them through every step of the 10-year FASTstream journey. Participants will take part in an induction process in Term 4 this year before beginning placement in their first school in Term 1, 2022.
