JUNIOR SCHOOL STAFF
SARAH WALLER | HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
Teaching Style:
Hands-on and practical, encouraging students to explore through inquiry and wonder. I focus on real-world connections to inspire curiosity and meaningful learning experiences.
Experience:
14 years teacher Junior Primary
Art Coordinator (R-6)
Math Coordinator (K-R)
Specialization:
BSc (Hons) Psychology
PGCE Early Childhood and Lower Primary Education
Year Level:
Reception
CATE HEPBURN | JUNIOR SCHOOL COORDINATOR
Teaching Style:
Building relationships is the foundation of learning - only when children feel safe are they ready to learn
Education:
Bachelor of Science (Hons)
Master of Arts (Communication)
Grad Dip Primary Education
Year LeveL:
Year 2
JOANNA MCSHANE | YEAR 1 TEACHER
Teaching Style:
Engaging, hands-on learning that challenges students to meet their goals.
Engaging, hands-on learning that challenges students to meet their goals.
Experience:
8 years of teaching experience working with students from kindergarten to high school.
Specialization:
BA (Hons) Communication and Mass Media (Glasgow Caledonian University)
PGDE - Primary (University of Glasgow)
Cert IV TESOL (TAFE SA)
Year Level:
Year 1
GILLIAN KOTIAN | YEAR 3 TEACHER
Teaching Style:
My teaching is student-centered, engaging, and adaptable, combining hands-on activities,
storytelling, and play-based learning to make lessons fun and meaningful. I aim to foster a
positive classroom culture, encourage a growth mindset, and use differentiated instruction to
meet diverse learning needs while promoting curiosity and independence.
My teaching is student-centered, engaging, and adaptable, combining hands-on activities,
storytelling, and play-based learning to make lessons fun and meaningful. I aim to foster a
positive classroom culture, encourage a growth mindset, and use differentiated instruction to
meet diverse learning needs while promoting curiosity and independence.
Experience:
11 years of teaching Primary.
Specialization:
Diploma in Teaching
Bachelor of Arts – English Literature
Masters in Teaching
Year Level:
Year 3
JESSICA CARLSON | JUNIOR SCHOOL TEACHER
Teaching Style:
I strive to encourage independent learning and creative thinking, while accommodating various learning styles and abilities. My teaching style includes opportunities for peer collaboration and exploration.
Experience:
12 years of teaching Junior Primary
Teaching experience in Australia, USA, and Thailand
Specialization:
BSc (Hons) Elementary Education, Reception - 6th
ESOL Endorsement
Reading Endorsement
Year Level
Year 2
CARMEN LEUNG | YEAR 2 TEACHER
Teaching Style:
To make learning meaningful and fun, helping students connect new knowledge to their everyday lives.
To make learning meaningful and fun, helping students connect new knowledge to their everyday lives.
Experience:
6 years teaching experience working with junior primary students.
Education:
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Master of Teaching Primary R-6
Year Level:
Year 2
ABBEY KELSEY EVANS | RECEPTION TEACHER
Teaching Style:
Enthusiastic, creative and hands on learning. I love encouraging all children to try new things, build confidence in their abilities whilst feeling a sense of belonging and strong connection within their classroom environment.
Enthusiastic, creative and hands on learning. I love encouraging all children to try new things, build confidence in their abilities whilst feeling a sense of belonging and strong connection within their classroom environment.
Experience:
1.5 Years of teaching Receptions and .5 Years of teaching in Year 3. 6 years of experience in childcare/kindergarten settings.
Specialization:
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) Specialising in STEM.
Year Level:
Reception
DIANE CHRISTIE | YEAR 1 TEACHER
Teaching style:
Nurturing, teaching the foundation of essential skills and capabilities for futures beyond school.
Experience:
Bachelor teaching in Early childhood
30 years teaching experience.
Early Childhood Education
Special Education
Alternative Education
Achievements:
Acknowledgement by the Director General of Early Childhood Education, for teaching excellence and behaviour management.
Exemplar of the state for Modified SACE.
Year Level:
Year 1
DALIA SALEH | YEAR 1 TEACHER
Teaching Style:
Practical, Collaborative, Empowering.
Practical, Collaborative, Empowering.
Achievements:
Acknowledgement by the Director General of Early Childhood Education, for teaching excellence and behaviour management.
Exemplar of the state for Modified SACE.
Experience:
16 years of experiance in teaching.
Specialization:
Diploma in Teaching Methodolog.
Diploma in Education.
Year Level:
Year 1
JIAQI (KIKI) YAO | RECEPTION TEACHER
Teaching style:
Encourage young children to exercise their agency in their learning and development, with teachers acting as co-constructors to scaffold their growth. Foster holistic well-being in an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
Experience:
Four years of teaching practice with children and adolescents
Diverse experience in childcare centres and primary schools
Management role at an overseas learning and training institute
Specialization:
Bachelor’s in Japanese Language and Literature
Master of Teaching, specializing in Early Childhood Education (ages 0-8)
Year Level:
Reception
AMRA KASUMOVIC | STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICER
Teaching Style:
‘Dedicated, Passionate, Nurturing’
Specialization:
Certificate III & IV In School Based Education Support
Supporting Students in Reception – Year 3
Year Level:
Year 3
HANISAH ROSLAN | STUDENT SUPPORT OFFICER
Teaching style:
Supporting each learner in their learning journey with care, compassion and consideration.
Experience:
Accredited with the Ethnic School Board
Specializing in Mental Health and Wellbeing
Specializing in TESOL or EALD
Specializing in Curriculum Development
Certificate III, ICT - TAFE SA
Year Level:
Reception - Year 3
Arunima PILLAI | YEAR 3 TEACHER
Teaching style:
Active learning, encouraging collaboration, critical thinking, and hands-on activities. I focus on creating a positive, inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students feel comfortable sharing their ideas and learning from one another.Experience:
10 Years of Teaching in Primary and Junior Primary schools in Australia.
Specialization:
Master’s degree in physics
Bachelor’s degree in education
Year level
Year 3
Hsiao-Chieh Chang (Jie) | Year 3 Teacher
Teaching style:
By incorporating hands-on learning experiences, I aim to make learning both engaging and meaningful. I value an integrated approach across subject areas and foster an inquiry-based environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and deeper understanding.
Experience:
Diverse experience in primary schools and childcare centres.
Specialization:
Master of Teaching
Bachelor of Arts (Japanese and Literature)
Master of Teaching
Bachelor of Arts (Japanese and Literature)
Year Level:
Reception - Year 3
Chen Xueyun (Shelly) | Across Junior Primary
Teaching style:
Fun and engaging teaching to encourage, engage students and motivate them to learn, acting as a facilitator and co-constructor to further the students’ development. Advocate a caring and supportive learning environment.
Experience:
10 years of teaching experience with children aged from 5-20
Diverse experience in childcare settings Leading role at a kindergarten room Specialization:
Specialization:
Bachelor’s in English Education
Master of Teaching, specializing in Early Childhood Education (aged 0-8)
Year Level:
Across Junior Primary
