Program description
The purpose of the program is to strengthen professional practice and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in DECYP schools. Participants are introduced to practical frameworks and structured processes that will enable them to guide early career teachers through purposeful, evidence-informed mentoring cycles that support continuous professional growth and improved classroom practice. Teacher mentors will learn and apply mentoring concepts and skills in realistic scenarios, equipping them to effectively support early career teachers in their roles while building mentoring capability and professional practice across their school.
The four modules include:
1. Mentor Essentials
2. The Mentoring Process
3. Mentoring in Action
4. Sustaining Mentoring Practice
*Optional live webinar – 10 August 2026: Connecting Mentors – Reflecting on Module 1 Learning (enrolment link below)
Program outcomes
Participants will:
• Develop a shared understanding of mentoring and demonstrate key mentoring capabilities.
• Develop effective communication strategies to build trust, engage mentees, provide feedback, and facilitate productive conversations.
• Gain the confidence to embed and sustain mentoring practices within DECYP schools.
Enrolment
Enrol via MyCareer. This includes all 4 modules.
Enrol in the Webinar, scheduled for 10th August 2026
Australian Professional Standards
- Standard 4 – Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
- Standard 6 – Engage in professional learning
- Standard 7 – Engage professionally with colleagues, parents/carers and the community
Principal Capability Framework
Cognitive
- C5 – Applies systems thinking to lead a cohesive approach to continuous improvement
Social
- S1 – Promotes high expectations and a feedback culture focussed on continuous learning and improvement
Knowledge and Expertise
- K9 – Builds leadership capabilities in others and identifies aspiring leaders
CFLC Capability Framework
Social
- C – Partnership competence
Knowledge and expertise
- B – Learning culture
Personal
- C – Positive outlook and culture
Cognitive
- C – Reflective practice