Posted by SASTA

on 28/10/2025

Now that you’ve joined, here’s how to make the most of your SASTA membership.

You’re In and You Belong

Welcome to your professional home for science teaching in South Australia!
As an early career teacher, you’re juggling new classrooms, new curriculum, and a steep learning curve. But you don’t have to do it alone.

SASTA is here to support you with practical tools, real connections, and events that truly speak to your needs. This guide will help you make the most of your membership so you feel confident, connected, and ready to thrive.

Events & PD Designed Just for You

This is one of the biggest benefits of your membership: targeted, affordable, high-quality professional learning experiences.

  • Early Career Teachers Conference (October) - Your signature event. Hear from experienced teachers, pick up classroom-ready strategies, and grow your network. You can use your free annual PD credit here if you like.
  • Teachers New to Stage 2 Science Workshop Series - This series is perfect for early career teachers stepping into senior science. You’ll build confidence in curriculum design, assessment, and classroom strategies for Stage 2.
  • Member Networking Events (Terms 1 and 3) - Casual, welcoming sessions that connect you with peers, exchange ideas, and build lasting support networks.
  • Free Members Webinar Series - Short, sharp, and focused. These online sessions help you build knowledge in a flexible, low-pressure way.

What You Can Access Immediately

As a new member, you can dive straight into:

Your First 30 Days – Quick Wins

Here’s how to get started and feel confident fast:

  1. Update your member profile in the dashboard
  2. Browse the “Getting Started” blog series
  3. Plan your PD year, including using your free Professional Learning credit
  4. Register for a member webinar
  5. Follow us on socials and start building your science tribe - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
  6. Invite a colleague, especially another early career teacher, to attend a PD or webinar with you

Keep the Momentum Going

Once you’re set up, here’s how to stay in the loop and keep growing:

  • Read our e-newsletter to stay informed - you're automatically signed up when you join!
  • Attend regular PD opportunities that align with your goals
  • Check the blog for fresh teaching ideas and community updates
  • Contribute to the SASTA Blog or Member Newsletter — your voice matters
  • Share opportunities with colleagues or early career friends

Resources Built for Early Career Teachers

Inside the Members Dashboard, you’ll find:

  • The “Getting Started” blog series – tips and support for classroom confidence
  • Member Resources Library – including downloadable past conference presentations and links to helpful teaching tools
  • SASTA Journal archive – full of insights and practical ideas from fellow educators

Looking for assessment tools like topic tests or exams? These are available in the SASTA Online Catalogue as separate purchases.

You're Part of a Community

Ways to Connect

  • At PD and Networking Events
  • In the Members Forum in the Dashboard
  • On SASTA’s Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn

Who to Contact

  • office@sasta.asn.au
  • (08) 8354 0006 — we’re here to help

How You Can Contribute

Want to get more involved?

  • Support the Oliphant Science Awards
  • Share your classroom insights via the SASTA Blog or Newsletter
  • Volunteer at an event — a great way to connect and grow your experience

From a Member Like You

“When I first joined, I was an ECT and found the Early Career Teacher days extremely helpful in connecting with other teachers and learning. While training aimed at primary levels was rare, the sessions I attended were informative and helpful in shaping my teaching. The SASTA network has always been incredibly supportive.”
— Katy, Early Career Teacher

Your SASTA Member Action List

Get the most out of your membership from day one. Use this checklist as a quick reference — tick them off as you go!

  • Log in to the Members Dashboard
  • Browse the Getting Started blog series
  • Update your member profile
  • Register for a free member webinar
  • Plan and book your free professional learning
  • RSVP to an upcoming networking event
  • Follow SASTA on socials (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
  • Share an event or opportunity with a colleague

Need Help?

We’re here when you need us — whether it’s classroom support, event guidance or navigating your membership.

This is your science community. Welcome aboard.

Explore the ways you’re already involved… and where you might go next.

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