The Beginning Teacher Conferences (BTC) offer a valuable opportunity for networking and professional development for early childhood teachers in their first year of practice and those with anticipated graduation in the next 12 months working in the services with kindergarten-funded programs.

The 2025 BTC series will feature 6 conferences, 3 virtual and 3 in-person. The conferences will focus on practical concepts and practice ideas featuring facilitated deep-dive discussions and a panel discussion including Q&As.

BTCs support early career teachers’ induction into the Victorian early childhood sector, strengthen their professional practice and provide access to expert speakers and evidence-informed information. The conferences also provide an opportunity for early childhood teachers in the beginning stages of their careers to build professional networks with peers.

The 2025 BTC conferences will be facilitated online and at the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership, 41 St Andrews Place, East Melbourne, between 9.00 am – 3.00 pm on the following dates:

Series 1:

12 May 2025 (Monday) – In-person delivery

27 May 2025 (Tuesday) – Online Delivery

Series 2:

28 July 2025 (Monday) – In-person delivery

1 August 2025 (Friday) – Online Delivery

Series 3:

28 October 2025 (Tuesday) – In-person delivery

7 November 2025 (Friday) – Online Delivery

To learn more, go to www.vic.gov.au/supports-early-career-early-childhood-professionals or register directly at www.trybooking.com/events/landing/136719