Celebration of Excellence -
World Teachers' Day 2009

Friday 30 October 2009 is World Teachers’ Day an important acknowledgement of the professionalism of teachers and their invaluable contribution to the future of our society through their professional teaching associations.

The President, Executive and Board of PTC NSW extend their congratulations to the 2009 recipients.

Download a complete list of 2009 Professional Teachers' Council NSW Outstanding Professional Service Award recipients

Welcome to
the Professional Teachers’ Council NSW

The Professional Teachers' Council NSW (PTC NSW) is the peak body for professional teachers’ associations in NSW with 45 member associations. Established in 1973 it represents teachers at all levels of the education system, early childhood to tertiary. PTC NSW represents both government and non-government sectors, in all Key Learning, cross-curricula and leadership areas. PTC NSW provides an independent and non-partisan forum for the discussion of education policy and has a commitment to the professional development of teachers and to enhancing the professionalism of teachers and the quality of education in New South Wales.

 

Vision
The Professional Teachers’ Council NSW enhances the professionalism of teachers and the quality of education in New South Wales by linking and supporting member associations, giving and gaining strength through involvement, co-operative effort and diversity of their individual contributions.

Mission
The Professional Teachers’ Council NSW exists to serve the needs of and to represent its members by providing:

	A united voice on educational issues
	A forum for discussion of educational ideas with access to and influence on the processes of educational decision-making at all levels
	Leadership and professional learning opportunities
	Networks for member associations
	Liaison with relevant groups on educational issues
	Effective administrative services and support in a recognisable location while affirming the importance of the professional expertise and the unique role of professional teachers’ associations in education

 

 

 

This project was funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Science and Training as a quality teacher initiative under the Australian Government Quality Teacher Programme.