Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE)

4. Compulsory Contract Teaching Stint

The final part of the process for entry into the Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) programme is a compulsory stint as a contract teacher in a school. During this stint, the school will assess your suitability for teaching.

The stint will also allow you to:

• Try out the profession and experience the work day of a teacher
• Confirm your interest in teaching
• Gain valuable practical experience before you enrol into the National Institute of Education (NIE)

You will get the opportunity to do the following:

• Classroom teaching of subject(s)
• Assist with CCA and school activities
• Learn how to communicate with parents effectively
• Find out about the roles and responsibilities of a form teacher

You will be guided by a mentor during your Contract Teaching Stint and supported by the school as you embark on your teaching journey.

The Contract Teaching Stint generally lasts at least 4 months, and will continue until your enrolment into NIE.