Welcome to the Teach NSW Podcast
Welcome to the Teach NSW Podcast, a podcast by teachers for teachers. The Teach NSW Podcast is created and hosted by the Teach NSW team to explore the world of teaching and learning in NSW public schools.
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Meet your hosts
Shannon
Shannon is a primary teacher with experience teaching high potential and gifted students in NSW public schools. After completing a Master of Teaching (Primary) at Western Sydney University, Shannon taught in primary schools spanning Western Sydney.
In Shannon's current role as a Senior Education Officer, she leads the Beyond the Line Program which supports initial teacher education students to complete an expenses-paid, week-long study tour with the NSW Department of Education, across regional, rural and remote NSW public schools. This aligns with her passion for supporting pre-service teachers in experiencing all of the teaching and learning opportunities offered by the department.
Current obsessions: Morning walks and iced-chai lattes.
Favourite subject to teach at school: It has to be science, I'm obsessed with any lesson that we can embed experiments or identify cross-curricular links.
Canteen or bus duty: Canteen, to have a sticky beak at snack choices.
Siobhan
Siobhan is a high school teacher, who has taught English to students across a diverse range of NSW public school settings. Siobhan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) from the University of New South Wales.
Siobhan has a deep commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds achieve their full potential and has experience in the field of high-potential and gifted education. In her current role as a Senior Education Officer, Siobhan enjoys sharing her knowledge with beginning and pre-service teachers and raising awareness of the benefits, scholarships and opportunities available with the NSW Department of Education.
Current obsessions: Iced matcha lattes and novels by Australian author, Trent Dalton.
Favourite extra-curricular activity to run at school: Debating and public speaking competitions.
Canteen or bus duty: Bus. Love the power of being a traffic controller.
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Latest Episodes
On Our Plan for NSW Public Education featuring Murat Dizdar
We speak to Murat Dizdar, Secretary, NSW Department of Education, about his experiences in the classroom, his passion for education and how Our Plan for NSW Public Education will set the department’s direction and priorities for the coming years.
On accessing technology and digital resources for the classroom
We speak to Linda, Director, Technology Enablement, Schools & Skills, about the digital resources and technology available to teachers and students with the NSW Department of Education to enhance classroom learning.
On inquiry-based learning and developing critical thinking skills
We speak to Alice Vigors, Relieving Principal in a NSW public school, about the practice of inquiry-based learning and how it can inspire creativity and curiosity in the classroom.
On the value of the Yarn and building meaningful connections
We speak to Tammy, a proud Biripi woman and school principal about the importance of a Yarn and the value of fostering meaningful connections within the school community.
On building a collaborative school culture and paving the way for future teachers
We speak to Matt, a school principal in a NSW public school about the importance of creating a collaborative school culture that encourages positive outcomes for students and staff and how to best support early career teachers.
On empowering every student's learning in an inclusive education system
We speak to Mel, Primary and Inclusive/Special Education Teacher, about teaching in a school for specific purposes (SSP) and why you should consider inclusive/special education as a career pathway.
On why numeracy is everyone's business and key strategies for the classroom
We speak to Juliana, Numeracy Adviser K - 6 and Primary School Teacher, about practical numeracy strategies that can be implemented within the classroom to improve student outcomes.
On this World Teachers' Day we celebrate the teachers who inspired us
Join us on the couch as we celebrate World Teachers’ Day, recognising the incredible dedication of all teachers and the profound impact they have on the lives of their students.
On why literacy is everyone's business and key strategies for the classroom
We speak to Alessandra, Literacy Adviser 7 - 12, Secondary English and EAL/D teacher, about key strategies that can be implemented in the classroom to improve literacy outcomes for all students in NSW public schools.
On growing great teachers and leaders in NSW public schools
We speak to Chris, a school principal in a NSW public primary school, about his career path in educational leadership and the valuable lessons he’s learnt along the way on growing great teachers and leaders.
On using technology in the classroom to support teaching and learning
We speak with Alice, Head Teacher - Secondary Studies in a NSW public school, about how to effectively integrate technology in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning.
On living, teaching and making a difference in rural NSW
We speak with Daniel, a science teacher in a NSW public school and teach.Rural Scholarship recipient as he shares his experience of living and teaching in rural NSW.
On the importance of creating culturally safe classrooms
We speak with Halle, a proud Dharawal woman and primary school teacher in a NSW public school, as she shares her passion for celebrating cultural diversity in the classroom and creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
On differentiation strategies and engaging your diverse learners
We speak to Casey, Head Teacher - Teaching and Learning in a NSW public school about the various types of differentiation strategies that can be used to engage and support students in the classroom.
On the experience of changing careers and retraining as a teacher
We speak to Devinda, a primary school teacher in a NSW public school about his experience in changing careers and how his transferable skills have helped him to thrive in the classroom.
On navigating your teacher identity and work/life balance ft. @teacherishappy
We speak to Sarah, an assistant principal in a NSW public school, about discovering your teacher identity, the importance of striking a work/life balance and how her Instagram @teacherishappy has been an incredible outlet for creativity.
On getting the right mentor support as a beginning teacher
We speak to Clare, an English teacher and beginning teacher mentor, about tools, resources and programs available to support pre-service and early career teachers as they commence their teaching journeys with the NSW Department of Education.
On supporting and guiding teachers as an AP, C&I ft. @Mr.J.Learning.Space
We speak to Aaron, an assistant principal, curriculum & instruction (AP, C&I), in a NSW public school, about building teacher capability in the classroom and how his Instagram persona @Mr.J.Learning.Space helps to extend his impact.
On developing your leadership potential ft. @giftedandtalentedteacher
We speak to Sarah, an assistant principal in a NSW public school, for advice on navigating leadership opportunities as a teacher and how to build a supportive teacher network beyond the classroom.
On the great debate between primary and secondary teaching
Our co-hosts, Shannon and Siobhan, go head-to-head in the great debate of primary versus secondary teaching and cover the difference in teaching and leadership roles in primary and high school contexts.
On teaching mathematics and how it opened doors for Eddie Woo
We speak to Eddie Woo, mathematics teacher and educational leader with the NSW Department of Education, about his career trajectory, love of bringing mathematics to life in the classroom and rise to becoming a YouTube sensation.
On studying to become a teacher and how the FTC enriched Inara’s experience
We speak to pre-service teacher, Inara, about being a Future Teachers Club member, her early teaching experiences in the classroom and advice for future teachers on the same path.
Welcome to the Teach NSW Podcast. A podcast by teachers, for teachers
Meet Shannon and Siobhan, our passionate teacher co-hosts, who are excited to share their own teaching journeys and introduce you to the upcoming guests and episode topics for the first season of the Teach NSW Podcast.