Award for Excellence in History Teaching
The History Teachers’ Association of NSW (HTANSW) is delighted to call for nominations for an outstanding History teacher in NSW.
There are two categories:
- Excellence in History Teaching (Early Career). These teachers will have been teaching between 1 - 5 years
- Excellence in History Teaching. These teachers will have been teaching for more than 5 years.
The winners will be presented with the award at an event early in 2027, and may be invited to contribute to an HTANSW professional learning event (to be negotiated).
Eligibility:
- This is a peer nominated award which is judged against criteria.
- The teacher may be employed in a primary or secondary school setting, in a Government, Independent or Catholic school in New South Wales.
- They can be employed on a temporary, casual, part-time or permanent basis. They may be primary or secondary teachers.
- They must be a resident of NSW.
- Principals must be made aware that teachers are being nominated and may be contacted as a referee.
The nominee should demonstrate a range of qualities from the following list, however not all qualities need to be addressed.
- Energy and passion for the teaching of History: Shows a deep enthusiasm for the teaching of History and is able to communicate that to students and colleagues
- Commitment to professional learning in History: Undertakes relevant professional learning appropriate to their school context
- Engagement with and promotion of History beyond the classroom: Promotes the study of History through activities, and engages with colleagues beyond the school context
- Commitment to inclusive and innovative educational practices: Adapts classroom practice to the learning needs of their students in an engaging and inclusive way
You will need to select and address THREE criteria only
Selection:
Nominations will be considered by a panel from the HTANSW Committee comprised of representatives from Government, Independent and Catholic schools across NSW. The committee will review all nominations and put forward a candidate based on merit. If no candidate is selected from the nominated group, the award will not be presented in that year. All decisions by the panel are final.
To nominate, please see below.