I am a Queensland qualified teacher with current registration and have experience teaching in physical schools, as well as through online learning in Distance Education. I have taught Years 5,6,7,8 and 9. I specialise in teaching students with Learning needs, disabilities and those requiring Learning Support. 

 

I was born in England and completed my schooling years in England and Australia which provided me with exposure to different teaching styles. My sister has Downs Syndrome and my Mum runs her own business providing therapy to children with needs, so I have grown up with a thorough understanding of the difficulties and struggles of children at schools and aim to make learning fun, enjoyable and practical.

 

I believe that children need to have a positive relationship with their teacher and genuinely enjoy what they are learning in order to file away long-term knowledge. I teach through clear communication, fun, interactive activities, conversation and revisiting prior knowledge.

After spending three years as a teacher-aide in Brisbane, I have moved to Rockhampton to start an amazing new journey. Over the years I have obtained a Cert 4 in Educational Studies, a Diploma in Education and I am currently studying to complete my degree in Education.

 

As a teacher-aide I had the amazing opportunity to adapt and change my support for specific students and work with the student's abilities to successfully achieve their learning outcome. I have worked with students from Prep through to Middle-School and am very open-minded when it comes to education and new ways of learning. 

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Each student that I work with has a unique way of learning and by supporting and motivating them to get out of their comfort zones, I am able to encourage them to achieve their educational goals. I understand that school can be a confusing time for children and I know, from experience, the disadvantage of having zero motivation and low expectations from teachers.  I want to be an educator who supports, motivates, incorporates positive reinforcement and pushes students to achieve their full potential. I want to support students and show them that education is beneficial. 

I am currently studying a Bachelor of Secondary Education at CQUniversity to become a high school teacher. I will teach middle school science, senior psychology and physical education. I have developed resilience and adaptability through moving schools during senior school and deciding to pursue another pathway after studying my first year of physiotherapy. I also work as a Student Ambassador for CQUniversity, visiting low socio-economic schools within the Central Queensland region to educate students on post school pathways, employability skills and answer any questions they may have about post-school life.

 

Outside of work and study, I have a passion for everything netball. I take a particular interest in developing regional pathways. During school, I participated in state pathways that involved weekly meetings, strength and conditioning programs, frequent travel for events whilst also maintaining high results. As a tutor, I focus on helping students become engaged and form a positive relationship with learning. My experiences allow me to share the importance of building resilience, time management and problem-solving skills, which I incorporate into my lessons to help students to succeed academically and preparedness for life outside of high school. 

I began my career as a trainer and assessor, delivering first aid training to schools and community groups while completing a Bachelor of Paramedic Science. On completion of my degree in 2017, I went on to serve as a paramedic for six years across two state ambulance services, Ambulance Victoria and Queensland Ambulance Service. During that time, I worked through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the regional Victorian bushfires, experiences that deepened my resilience and commitment to helping others. I also became a certified yoga instructor, teaching emergency service personnel during a period of high stress.

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After having children, I chose to pursue a Master of Learning and Teaching. My work as a paramedic showed me the power of education in building confidence and capability, and I discovered a strong passion for teaching young people through my involvement in community education. I have a particular interest in health and science subjects, drawing on both my academic background and professional experience. I also have a love for musical theatre, travel and the outdoors. When I am not working, I am with my wonderful husband and adventurous two and four year old children.

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My teaching philosophy centres on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel confident to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow. I believe learning is most effective when it is connected to real-world experiences and when students take an active role in their own progress. I aim to develop not only subject knowledge, but also critical thinking, curiosity, and independence.

I am currently studying a Bachelor of Primary Education at CQUniversity with the goal of becoming a dedicated primary school teacher. I have a strong passion for science, mathematics, and physical education, and I consider myself a natural problem-solver always looking for practical, engaging ways to help students connect with what they’re learning.

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Outside of study and work, I am a passionate rugby league player and actively involved in regional sport. My experiences in competitive sport have taught me the value of teamwork, discipline, and commitment all of which I bring into my teaching practice.

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As an educator, I strongly believe that every student is unique, with their own strengths, needs, and potential. I take great pride in getting to know my students as individuals and adapting my teaching approach to support their growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Through education, I’ve seen firsthand the power of building strong relationships, engaging students in meaningful ways, and helping them develop resilience, time management, and problem-solving skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.

I have experience working as a therapy assistant for a business called Allsorts Developmental that specialises in multidisciplinary services for children. I have worked in multiple schools with students ranging from Year 1-6 and those who require learning support. I have also studied secondary teaching and love working with high school aged students. 

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I was born in the United States, however I have lived in Europe and have traveled to many other places. I have a passion for both learning and teaching. I went to University for 2 years in the states before moving to Australia to travel and continue my studies. I am able to tutor any subject as I have studied a very wide range of materials including but not limited to: psychology, philosophy, health and wellness, communications, nutrition, Swedish, chemistry, and maths. 

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I know that school can be difficult for many students which is why I think it's important that children have fun while learning. I love having an open channel of communication with my students and developing a relationship where they can feel comfortable and have a positive male role model.

After several years as an early years classroom teacher I am thrilled to have this opportunity to work with students in a one-on-one setting. With each learner I aspire to combine the right balance of age appropriate pedagogies with traditional learning strategies to further their knowledge and skills. I aim to develop a growth mindset in students through  'power of yet' thinking and the well-documented benefits of praising effort. With the right encouragement and motivation, learners can be empowered, self-directed and take ownership of their progress which ultimately leads to optimised learning outcomes. 

 

During my younger years I was employed as a disability support worker and after school care assistant before graduating and transitioning to a teaching role with Education Queensland. I also spent a few years working at CQUniversity in various roles, including facilitating a course in an enabling program designed to prepare learners for tertiary study. Around this time I was also very fortunate to be offered the opportunity to teach English in South Korea for a short time. As a passionate advocate for lifelong learning, I have recently completed a Masters of Educational Neuroscience through CQUniversity.  

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​When I am not at work I enjoy travel. I have visited 49 countries and am always interested in recommendations on where I should go next! I am a bookworm and I also enjoy writing. When I am not travelling, reading or writing my favourite thing to do is spend time with my partner Dean and our families. 

I am currently studying to complete my Bachelor of Occupational Therapy where I get to learn about supporting people of all ages to be able to engage and participate in their everyday life. When I am not at Life Bearing you may also find me working at Allsorts Developmental Services as a Therapy Assistant where I work with children across a multidisciplinary team. I have previous experience working as a Teacher Aide and OSHC Assistant.

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I believe that each child has a different way of learning, and I am passionate about uncovering different learning styles, incorporating fun activities in sessions and experimenting with strategies that will best support children in their work both at school and at home. I aim to positively target both areas of strength and weakness collaboratively with students to support them in identifying how they can improve and how I can support them the best way possible. I want to encourage engagement in learning and help students reach and explore their full capabilities.

I am a qualified teacher who has worked with children across a range of settings. I have experience in outside school hours care, childcare and kindergarten. While I was studying at university, I was an independent tutor with primary and high school students. Most recently, I have been teaching in Prep and specialise in early childhood education.

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My passion is supporting students to experience success through differentiated learning. I am a hands-on learner myself and have adopted a teaching pedagogy centred on age-appropriate experiences that are enjoyable and cater to the interests and strengths of students. Consolidating tricky topics and skills from school fosters confidence to take on challenges and inspires a love for learning.

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In 2024, my partner and I welcomed our cheeky daughter Poppy. Going from a teacher to a Mum has opened my eyes to the joys and challenges of being a parent. This has been adopted into my teaching to inform the way I communicate with parents and carers who are their children’s first teachers and seek the best support and outcomes for them as the beautiful little people that they are.