Our Staff

Dr Forsyth is an outstanding educational professional. His educational philosophy is based upon the holistic education of every child and the importance of nourishing the strengths and needs of each individual student. Dr Forsyth has embraced the role of Principal of Collegiate, drawn by the School’s vibrant and supportive community, unique heritage, extraordinary history of academic success and ongoing commitment to innovation.

Read more about Adam on our Meet The Principal Webpage

I started working at Collegiate at the end of 2017 and have loved every moment. I am lucky to have started my career in education at such a beautiful school, surrounded by a supportive team of educators and an enthusiastic cohort of students!

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree (majoring in Cultural Studies and Art/Design) and I am currently working towards my diploma in Education and Care through TAFE Tasmania. The skills and knowledge obtained through tertiary education underpin my daily practices, and I always endeavour to incorporate creativity into teaching experiences.

Early childhood is a fundamental time for social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, and as educators, it is a privilege to be able to observe and foster each child’s growth.

I am new to Collegiate this year after being a teacher in Launceston for the past 6 years. I have moved to Hobart to be with my partner and her family and am very excited to be part of the Collegiate community. I am passionate about education and love working in the middle years. As well as teaching, I have been a personal trainer in the past working in gyms and with football clubs. I love to keep fit, go for walks with my dog, Winston and spend time with my family.

I obtained a Degree in Electrical Engineering and served in the Royal Australian Navy as an engineer and then had related positions in the Public Service and industry in the field of military communications. I completed a Diploma of Education and worked as a teacher of Mathematics and Science at Cosgrove High School and the Hutchins School, culminating as the Head of Mathematics at Hutchins. I moved to Hong Kong for 7 years and taught at the German / Swiss International School where I taught IB and A Level Physics and Mathematics before returning to Hobart and spending the last 10 years as Head of Science at Collegiate.

I grew up in Queensland and after graduating in 1985, I taught in several Queensland schools, taking on various roles such as classroom teacher, Art Coordinator, Art teacher and Religious Education teacher.  In 2002 my husband, Rob and I moved to Ireland where I enjoyed working as a Literacy Learning Support teacher. I was also challenged with setting up the unit in the school. It was interesting trying to teach phonics to the Irish with my Australian accent! We moved to Tasmania in 2008 and I began teaching at St Michael’s Collegiate within the Middle School campus. In 2017, I moved to the Junior School where I thoroughly enjoy working in this beautiful setting surrounded by nature.  In my current role, I am working as a Literacy Learning Support Teacher which I absolutely love

I began as the Receptionist at the Senior School in 2023.  I bring to St Michael’s Collegiate over 27 years of Reception and Administrative experience.  I am looking forward to working closely with staff, students, parents, and visitors to the School.  I feel privileged to have joined the very supportive St Michael’s Collegiate School community.

Outside of work I like to spend time with family and friends and enjoy time away at our holiday home on the East Coast.  I love to read, cook, crochet and spend time in the garden.

I am an Early Childhood Qualified Teacher originally from Hawley Beach, Tasmania.  I have taught from K-6, and also primary drama. I began my career teaching at Spreyton Primary School in a variety of teaching roles from K-6. At the end of 2006, I moved to London. I had the opportunity to do relief teaching at a number of inner-city schools and was very fortunate to secure a teaching position at Kings College, at an all-boys school for 6 years. When I returned home, I started my job at Hutchins on Prep, I taught there for 9 years. This is my first year at Collegiate and I am teaching Year 2. After 15 years of teaching boys, I am thoroughly enjoying the change to teaching all girls. This is an area of my career that I was looking to fulfill and experience. I love coming to work and find teaching the girls to be so rewarding. The staff at Collegiate are extremely kind and welcoming, and always happy to help and make you feel part of the team. My passions include travel, fitness, outdoors or beach activities, photography, adventures and anything creative.

I have been teaching and learning at Collegiate for almost 10 years now and, quite honestly, that time seems to have flown by! I have been fortunate to have taught in the Expressive Arts faculty with the Prep students all the way through to Year 10 and have had many years getting to know our wonderful students. I have also had enriching experiences as a Mentor and am currently the Year Level Coordinator for Year 7, which is a role I very much enjoy. I am grateful for the many opportunities afforded to me at Collegiate and the inspiring and dedicated colleagues I work alongside.

After a customary year spent after Year 12 in Melbourne, I returned to beautiful Tasmania and completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts, specialising in drawing and theory. In 2012, I completed post-graduate study in Master of Teaching (Secondary), earning a place on the Dean’s Honour Roll. Other vocations I have explored include hospitality management, my own catering business, personal assistant and accounts management for a local gallery, and most importantly as a Mama of 3 incredible children.

I am passionate about the creative arts and a firm believer that the expressive subjects lie in the heart of a well-rounded education. Teaching and learning within a creative space offers many wonderful opportunities to welcome critical thinking, explore worldview, and invite challenges through creative encounters. Teaching within this area also allows me to indulge myself in being a life-long learner through collaboration, conversation, and a role in a rich educational community. My favourite international artist is Frida Kahlo, and my favourite Australian artist is Minnie Pwerle. I love to travel and have loved discovering exciting places such as Mexico, Peru, Bolivia, and Chile! Fortunately, hablo un poco de espanol!

I completed a Bachelor of Biotechnology and Medical Research with Honours at the University of Tasmania in 2014, before moving to Melbourne in 2015. I completed a PhD in Organic Chemistry in 2018 at the University of Melbourne under the supervision of Prof Mark Rizzacasa, followed by a Master of Teaching (Secondary) at the University of Melbourne. After teaching science and chemistry at Melbourne’s Scotch College for 3 years, I returned to my home state of Tasmania. I began at Collegiate in 2024 and currently teach senior chemistry, science and mathematics, and am a year 9 mentor.

Brian has been a valued member of the Collegiate community for over 15 years, leading a dedicated team of maintenance staff in caring for our extensive buildings and grounds. In this time he has overseen significant redevelopments and coordinated major building projects.

With three individual campuses to maintain, as well as Collegiate’s sporting facilities at Tolmans Hill, Brian’s attention to detail is clearly evident. The time and effort required to ensure the preservation of Collegiate’s many historic buildings is testament to Brian’s outstanding project management skills.

Brian has recently completed a Certificate IV in Leadership & Management.

I completed my Bachelor of Education specialising in Early Childhood from the University of Tasmania in 2020 while working in a childcare setting as a team leader. I then went on to complete a Post Graduate Diploma in Education in 2022 with a focus on Special Education. 

I love creating a warm and inviting space where all students and teachers treat each other with respect and kindness. We have fun in the classroom and promote active and inclusive learners! 

When I’m not working, I am walking my dog Florence, or playing netball. I love to bushwalk, spend time outdoors and try different local produce. 

I immigrated to Australia in 2004 with my husband and 3 children. We immediately became involved in the Collegiate community; the girls were in Years 3, 7 and 9 and I started working as a matron in the Boarding House and as a tutor to international students. Although we often felt far from home in those early years, Collegiate welcomed us with open arms. We settled in the Huon Valley, where I have cultivated my passion for gardening. The best part is finding creative ways to cook with my fresh produce. I have a BA Hons and a DipEd and by 2008 I was teaching English and Humanities and was a Year 7 Pastoral Contact. In 2020 I took on a Year Level Coordinator role which I find very stimulating and rewarding. I love getting to know the Middle School students in Years 5 and 6 and then seeing how they have grown when I teach them in Years 7 and 8.

I am the Senior Secondary Geography teacher at Collegiate but I teach a range of subjects including Asian Studies and Australia in Asia and the Pacific (AAP). I began teaching here in 2008 after completing my Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Teaching degrees. I am also the President of the Tasmanian Geography Teachers Association and a Director on the Board of the Australian Geography Teachers Association.

I’m passionate about Geography and helping students gain a greater sense of wonder and curiosity about the world around them. I love that my job is dynamic; every day presents new opportunities and challenges!

I am married with two beautiful boys and an incredibly needy Golden Retriever. In my spare time, I love to travel, bushwalk and paint.

I have moved to Tasmania from the Northern Beaches of Sydney and am loving Hobart so far. Having worked in girls’ education in Sydney for over 12 years, I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Collegiate and the HPE Faculty. I endeavour to always be a positive role model for our young people, and certainly try to practice what I preach. I have a love for the outdoors and being active, and am therefore very keen to see as much of this beautiful state as possible. Recently, my spare time has been taken over by multiple trips to Bunnings as I enjoy having space and a garden for the first time, however, I will also be frequenting the beach (especially before it gets too cold!) to surf and the mountains to hike, along with hopefully getting into some team sports such as Basketball and Netball.

Born in Tasmania, I grew up loving the rich red earth of the North West coast.  The love of getting my hands dirty and helping my dad in the garden began the passion for growing flowers and most importantly our food.  It is there, in Devonport, that I met my husband, Chris and after marrying, we moved to Adelaide for his completion of theological college and then around the state working in different parishes.  We settled into Hobart where our two daughters attended Collegiate from Pre-Kinder through to their final year of Year 12.  During the early years of their education, and attending parent help at school, my love for education and supporting the class teacher developed.  This is where my journey with Collegiate began and continues.

I was born in Launceston and moved to Geelong, before returning to Hobart in 2017 when I started working at Collegiate. I was blessed to be able to pursue both teaching and rowing from the beginning of my career. I completed my Bachelor of Science Degree and Master of Teaching, at same time as I was coaching rowing. I can empathise and understand the mind of the athletes particular at the pinnacle of the Rowing season, as I have rowed competitively for many years. I look forward in taking my teaching career further as the Year 8 Level Coordinator in 2022.

Deb has had a wonderfully diverse teaching career. Her first position was in Papua New Guinea at Madang International Primary School. She went on to teach in Greece, London, Indonesia and then in Hobart for the Department of Education. Working mostly with primary age students, along with early learning, she has also enjoyed coaching international students in preparation for university.

Appointed as the Literacy Coordinator for Prep to Year 6 at Collegiate, Deb graduated as a Master Teacher in 2006. She took on the position of Director of the Enrichment, Differentiation and Gifted Education (EDGE) program in 2007.

An Old Girl of the School (as are her sister and three nieces), Deb knows that she covered a lot of ground between being a student and returning as a teacher. She highly values the strong bond within the school community and feels privileged to be working at Collegiate.

Deb received an ASG National Excellence in Teaching Award in 2010. She is married and has two sons.

I am the Head of Enrolments and have been working at Collegiate since 2015. My role includes showing families around our wonderful campuses and assisting them through the enrolment process.  I love sharing our spaces, programs and pedagogy with families and meeting the new students who will join our community in the future.  I am a proud Collegiate and Hutchins parent and love being part of this amazing community.

Hailing originally from South Australia, and having travelled and lived across Australia together, Erin, her husband Ben, and their two sons have found their home in Tasmania. Erin brings with her a broad range of skills and experience, including more than ten years in leadership roles in the tertiary education sector, where she has been responsible for developing and delivering exceptional strategic, financial management, governance, and business outcomes.

Erin specialises in strategic planning and delivery, business management and project management across tertiary, government and not-for-profit industries. Erin enjoys building and managing high performing teams, and seeks to build a culture of continuous improvement, growth, and development with her staff. Erin also has extensive experience in corporate governance and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Erin and her family enjoy walking at the beach, hiking and camping. She is also a prolific reader, and welcomes suggestions for new books to read.

Growing up in the north of the state as a daughter of a senior College teacher and a High School Principal, my career pathway was nurtured and inspired by such exemplary role models.

My interest in early childhood education, led me to complete a Diploma of Social Science, specialising in early years education, which further motivated me to study and complete a Bachelor of Education at UTAS.

Before commencing my current teaching position at Collegiate in 2017, I worked in many schools throughout Tasmania, spanning over 16 years of specialising in Kindergarten teaching, home/school transition classes and relief teaching in all primary school aged classes whilst on various maternity leaves.  After having my family of five daughters, I worked as a permanent Kindergarten teacher at St Mary’s College for nine years.

As a teacher of Collegiate students, I deeply embed our School’s values and beliefs into my teaching and learning practice whilst passionately promoting ’the voice of the child’.

As a current parent and grandparent of Collegiate students, my husband and I appreciate and support the value of Collegiate’s inclusive and nurturing School and staff community, and the lasting impact it has had on our children and myself.

I grew up in Hobart and completed my teaching degree at the University of Tasmania.  During my studies, I taught a wide variety of coding and STEM courses through Coder College and specialised in girls coding. After completing my degree, I began working in the Catholic system and was excited to start teaching at Collegiate in 2020.  I am currently a Year 3 Mentor Teacher and also enjoy running the co-curricular Years 3 and 4 Code Club.

After growing up in Hobart I completed my studies at the University of Tasmania.  At the beginning of my teaching career, I worked for the Department of Education in a variety of schools in southern Tasmania before commencing at St Michael’s Collegiate in 2004.  I began teaching Year 3 in the Founders’ building, before that I was in Middle School.  I have fulfilled a variety of roles at Collegiate; as a class teacher across Years 3, 4 and 5, a short stint in Year 1, and a teacher of EDGE.  Over the past few years, I have also branched out from just focusing on teaching to taking on a role with Athletics Tasmania, where I have had the chance to assist young athletes (and in particular para-athletes) and travel to national championships.  These opportunities have helped to broaden my scope of experiences.  I am now happily teaching library lessons in the Junior School as well as some time in class.  Being surrounded by books is right up my alley!

Teaching at St Michael’s Collegiate in the Junior School is wonderfully rewarding. I love what I do, and the students make me smile every day. Starting firstly as a relief teacher in 2016 and then as a full-time Year 2 class teacher. In 2020 I began my current role and have not looked back. Before life at Anglesea, I taught at a Preparatory School in Kew Gardens, London as a Year 4 teacher and sports coach.

After spending two years in Melbourne where I studied at the University of Melbourne, and fifteen years living, travelling, and working in London, I returned to Hobart to raise children and enjoy a wonderful lifestyle in this beautiful part of the world. Riding dressage and spending time outside in the garden, at the beach and in nature with my family and pets gets me out of bed in the mornings! We live near a beach on five acres, and I couldn’t think of a more serene place to live. (Very different from the big city lights of London!)

Originally from Newcastle NSW, I completed my Bachelor of Education at the University of Technology Sydney in 2016. Before commencing at St Michael’s Collegiate, I spent 7 years teaching in Sydney. I pride myself on being a kind, creative and fun teacher. I enjoy providing authentic and meaningful learning experiences, so each student can understand their own unique value and potential. I also have a deep passion for student wellbeing and completed my Graduate Diploma in Psychology in 2022. When I’m not teaching, I love exploring Tasmania or curling up with a coffee with my two cheeky cats, Albie and Lola.

I am an experienced Library and Information Management professional with a demonstrated history of working in the education sector.  I graduated from the University of Tasmania and Charles Sturt University and am currently employed as a Digital and Information Literacy Officer at St Michael’s Collegiate School. I am predominantly based at the Senior Campus Sargison Library, however, I also support students and staff with their digital and information literacy requirements across the School.

I joined St Michael’s Collegiate School with a passion for engaging students in their learning journey and helping them find their voice. Having moved to Hobart in late 2023, I previously served as Head of Learning Design at Pulteney Grammar School in Adelaide, where I led digital curriculum innovation and developed innovative learning programs for 7 – 12 students. I hold a Master of Teaching and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Cultural Studies from the University of Melbourne and was honoured with a ‘Rising Star’ award at the Australian Education Awards 2023. Before transitioning to education, I spent a decade in hospitality as a sommelier and workplace-educator across the UK and Europe, where I taught hospitality management, wine service, and assisted in opening over 40 restaurants. Outside of work, I am a proud father to my daughter Mollie, enjoy cooking and baking sourdough with my partner, and am passionate about weightlifting. As an avid Essendon supporter, I also love all things sport. I am inspired by the talented students and dedicated colleagues at Collegiate and am proud to be part of this dynamic and supportive community.

I am a Diploma Qualified Room Leader and have been working in education for 34 years, holding a variety of positions such as swim teacher, teacher’s aide, play session aide, room leader and adolescent support worker. These positions have been across the greater Hobart area.

I started working at Collegiate in 2019. My favourite parts of working at Collegiate ELC are the supportive team environment and our beautiful local community of South Hobart where we spend a lot of time adventuring with the children. I also love to observe children’s development and enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships with the children and families who come to ELC.

My professional focuses and passions include a commitment to reconciliation and learning about our First Nations people and culture.

I have three adult children and six grandchildren with whom I spend a lot of time on the weekends. I love getting out and about in nature for walks and catching up with friends.

I have a strong passion for sport and have worked in the Sport and Fitness industry as a Personal Trainer and Sport Coordinator for more than 15 years. I have always been a keen participator in many sports, having played Netball my entire sporting life and I thoroughly enjoy encouraging others to participate. I believe sport is fundamental in assisting in building strong, confident and resilient individuals and developing lifelong friendships. I am married with two children and enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

I feel very fortunate to have been working in education for over thirty years, imparting and gaining knowledge about my greatest intellectual passion – the study of history.  The last few years have provided me with ample opportunities to make connections with current events to reiterate the importance of studying history for all students.  I have been working at Collegiate since 1992 in a variety of capacities, some pastoral and, more recently, in curriculum leadership.  As an Old Girl of the School (and the daughter of an Old Girl) my appreciation for the opportunities available for both teaching and learning is immense.  I graduated from UTAS with a degree majoring in medieval and modern history, subsequently completing a second degree in education.  My commitment to reconciliation, pedagogical practice and equity was honed in my time working in the disability sector for several years before returning to Collegiate, this time as a teacher rather than a student.  As the driving force behind the Reconciliation Action Plan and global citizenship programs, I really believe our School is leading the way in providing opportunities for all students to learn about the world and their place in it.

I work part-time job sharing with Maddie Tindall to ensure all Collegiates invoices are paid on time. I work as part of the accounts team in the Davies building. I also work part-time as an NDIS planner and teach Mosaic at the West Moonah Community House and in Kingston. Prior to working at Collegiate, I worked for 11 years as a Finance Officer for a Social Justice organisation. I live on a bush property with my partner and am the very proud mother of one daughter.

I began working at the Collegiate Junior School in 2022. My current role is the Junior School Coordinator of Curriculum and EDGE.

Previously, I have worked as a kindergarten teacher,  primary school teacher, learning support teacher, and coordinator of academic support. After over 20 years as a teacher, I still genuinely love it! I am particularly interested in literacy, and the teaching and learning practices that enable all children to become competent and confident readers and writers.

I am married with three sons. I enjoy camping with family and friends, books, craft, and walks with our dog, Pickle.

I started teaching Humanities and English at Collegiate in 2018 and have been working in high school education in a variety of roles since 2010. I love being a part of the caring Collegiate community which gives young people such an impressive range of supports and learning opportunities. I completed a BA with Honours in English at UTAS before specialising in high school education in my post graduate BTeach. Teaching across different year levels in the Middle and Senior School keeps me strongly connected to a passion I have had since I was at school: reading and exploring the world. My current favourite book is The Overstory by Richard Powers, I have read the Harry Potter series at least seven times and my all-time favourite author is Margaret Atwood. Students at Collegiate are so lucky to be a part of a community that values reading and real-world experiences, and I feel honoured to be a part of a teaching community that is committed to advocating for the best outcomes for each and every student.

I teach Maths at the Senior School. I arrived in Tasmania from London in 2017, and I’ve been enjoying exploring Tassie and Australia more widely with my family and a camper trailer (and some great hotels!) I’ve been teaching since 1995, but still love to learn new things myself. I’m currently trying to learn to play the guitar and saxophone. I love reading and am currently working my way through and immensely enjoying Agatha Christie’s considerable catalogue.

Reverend Kate Boughton is the Chaplain at St Michael’s Collegiate School in Hobart. She was ordained as a Deacon in 2008 and a Priest in 2010. Before coming to Collegiate her roles have seen her work extensively with children, youth, young adults and their families, both here in Tasmania as Assistant Curate at St David’s Cathedral and Diocesan Ministry Assistant, and in Melbourne as an Associate Minister at St Jude’s Anglican Church.

In Parish context, Kate reflects that she might see students for four hours each week. In comparison, the school environment can see communication with students for up to where it can be thirty-five hours plus. Schools have a huge influence on our young people – second to the family – and Kate is honoured to be here serving the Collegiate community, its students, staff, and families.

Kate’s prayer is that our students will indeed flourish, that they will think well and thoroughly about the Christian faith and that they will believe in Jesus as Lord and Saviour.

Kate continues to work with the Arrow Leadership Program in Australia and holds a Bachelor of Music with Honours, a Master of Divinity and is currently completing a Master of Teaching.

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10

I grew up in Melbourne and after graduating, I taught and worked in a variety of roles prior to moving to Tasmania in 2014. In 2015, I started working at St Michael’s Collegiate as Acting Sports Administrator and Open Rowing Coach. After moving into a teaching role, I’ve had the opportunity to teach across the three Collegiate campuses, but you can now find me based in the Senior School. I currently teach Health and Physical Education alongside pastoral care roles and Dean of Mitchell House.

I have been working as a Teacher Assistant for the past 12 years.  I have worked in many different schools working with children from Kindergarten to Secondary School.   Working in early years has always been a passion of mine.  I love helping and watching the children learn and grow. In 2021, I was granted the benefit of working at Collegiate joining the Kindergarten team. I am so lucky to have the opportunity to work with such wonderful children, families, and co-workers.  My love for working with children comes from raising my own family.  They have been a big influence on the path I have chosen, and I can’t imagine working in any other career.

I began at Collegiate in 2022 at 18, as an IT Trainee, a role that allowed me to connect with communities across all three campuses. Since completing my certificate, I’ve moved into the role of Boarding House Supervisor. I also guide students in using laser cutters and 3D printers in the IFLab once a week. I enjoy all of the opportunities that this role gives; in the Boarding House, we are never low on fun!

In 2007 I completed my teaching qualification after receiving my Bachelor Degree in History and English at UNSW in Sydney.  After spending 10 years living and working overseas, I returned to Hobart and began working at Collegiate in 2017.

I work across the Middle and Senior campuses and am the Dean of Stevens House.

I am always looking for new areas of History to learn about and new places to travel to.  In 2020 I was accepted into the Yad Vashem scholarship program to study the Holocaust in Jerusalem.  I love to bring ideas and stories from other cultures and places into the classroom and share my love of Literature and History with my students.

Bachelor of Communications and Certificate 3 in Classroom Support

I am a Teacher Assistant who has experience working from Kindergarten to Year 12. I currently work in the Middle and Senior School. I aim to support students to gain confidence, independence and a sense of wellbeing and I love to empower students to gain essential life skills and to find joy in lifelong learning.

Deeply rooted in the south of our island home, I breathe the forties as chilled, far-travelled air cools my face, and while nightly the celestial way enfolds me.  It was like that when I was young, growing in the easy care of my family, and free to wonder at the ways of things.  I was drawn to learn, to know; still I am called to awe, but more slowly perhaps, less voraciously. Now I feel the tempering of years, I expect less of the world and am more able to tolerate paucity.  And yet, let me find a mossy operculum and I quicken, a gentle smile and air is sweeter, a bursting idea and I am recalled.  I teach because I cannot but share what I learn, or how I learn; Collegiate has been my cove in the bay for many years now, its fibres supporting me as I have sought to honour it, in my way.  To be here and to share in learning, then to see our students pass to diverse ways, is to participate in something fine, an honourable venture.  I teach mathematics in part because it is consonant with thinking, because its structures are implicit in many forms of engagement, and because it affords one finely wrought angle on the vista that is ever before us.  But mostly, I simply am alive to the view, and I want to say, “Will you look at that…”

Originally from Switzerland, I came to Australia in 2006 to study for one year … and never left! In 2012, after completing a PhD in Environmental Science (Wastewater Treatment) at Southern Cross University, I moved from Northern Rivers NSW to Tasmania. I worked as an Environmental Scientist in a private laboratory in Hobart for three years before going back to university to complete a Master of Teaching.

I have toddler twins and I am looking forward to sharing with them my passions for science, environment, surfing, swimming, rock climbing, and racing motorbikes!

I started work at Collegiate in January 2020 – what a challenging year to start a new job!  The fantastic parent community and resilient team of educators and teachers have made my working life at Collegiate a joy.

I have been working in early education and care for 24 years in a variety of roles and learning all the time.  I hold my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and an Advanced Diploma in Community Sector Management.  My steepest learning curve came in the Northern Territory.  I worked for the Catholic Education Office in leadership positions at a number of schools across Darwin.  The challenges faced in providing remote early learning was beyond anything I could have experienced here in Hobart and I am forever thankful for my unplanned employment in the sector there.

We have been back in Hobart for nearly 10 years – we wanted to be with family and friends and for our three children to attend school in Hobart. Now a family of teens, a tween and a dog named Luna; the fun really begins!

I teach Year 2 at our beautiful Anglesea Campus.  This is my third year in Year 2, after five fabulous years in Year 3. I am also the Junior School Blue House Coordinator.  I really love my job at Collegiate – I can’t imagine working anywhere else! My daughter is also at Collegiate and she is the 5th generation in my family to attend our School. Prior to Collegiate, I worked at Hutchins and also a range of schools in Melbourne, where my family lived for 10 years. I love being back in Hobart! I enjoy spending time with family, our dog ‘Rocky’ and my friends, travelling, playing Hockey with the Derwent Strikers, supporting the Richmond Tigers in the AFL, going to concerts and relaxing with a good book!

While most of my years of teaching have been focussed in the upper primary years of school, I have had the privilege to teach in a range of roles including, but not limited to, Health and PE, Library specialist, ICT and even Kinder. I have also enjoyed the opportunity for travel the profession has afforded me and have worked in schools in the UK, Oman and Qatar at various times. Experiences that were personally and professionally extremely rewarding.

I am a passionate music teacher with over 25 years of experience.  I have taught in the UK and Sydney before moving with my family to Tasmania.  I am responsible for teaching our Academic Music program and conducting the Founders’ Choirs and I love being part of Collegiate’s vibrant Expressive Arts team.

I began teaching at Collegiate in 2010 and have been teaching in the Middle School for 8 years. I have a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Teaching, a Graduate Certificate in Education, Professional Honours, and a Diploma of Music.

I am passionate about creating a sustainable future, one which respects the land and its First Nations people.  I am also passionate about the arts and cherish opportunities to work creatively.  It is a wonderful privilege to work with students and teachers who are so enthusiastic about performing and creating. I have two young children who love dressing up and putting on performances at home! My family are currently enjoying exploring lutruwita (Tasmania) and discovering its many hidden treasures.

I grew up in Fremantle, Western Australia and in 1994 began my teaching career in Katanning, a farming town located 290 km southeast of Perth.  I moved to Sydney in 1996 and worked in educational publishing with Pearson Education. In 1999, I became their Commissioning Editor and moved to Melbourne.

After five years in publishing, I had a strong urge to be back in the classroom and returned to teaching. I was nominated runner-up Victorian Teacher of the Year in 2003.

I moved to Collegiate in 2005 and have been Dean of Kilburn, Director of Pastoral Care, Head of Senior School and Dean of Reibey before assuming the role of Year Level Coordinator.

I find my strength and energy through the love of my incredible wife and five awesome kids. My spare time is spent with family and often in the backyard with my garden, dog and chickens. I balance my great luck in life with unfailing support for the Fremantle Dockers.

I have 17 years of Collegiate service, am a husband and son-in-law of Old Girls and am the proud father of two Collegiate students.

I am currently a Year 5 teacher in the Middle School. It is so wonderful to work in such a supportive and positive environment. I completed a BA in English and Sociology at UTAS, before specialising in Middle School education in my post graduate BTeach. I have a daughter at Collegiate and a son at Hutchins. I enjoy going for walks and runs along the beach and spending time with family and friends.

I am an Early Childhood Qualified Teacher from Sydney, and I’ve been teaching children from birth to six for 18 years.

In 2018 I moved to Tasmania and started working at Collegiate ELC and OSHC as the Educational Leader of the service.

My role includes supporting and mentoring the team in the provision of high quality programs and supporting the professional development of the educators. I also support our Manager, Lou, in the role of Assistant Manager to provide assistance and information to our families.

I am a passionate advocate for the importance of Early Years education, reconciliation, continuous professional development and maintaining the highest standards of education and care for the children and families who utilise our service.

My family and many of my friends live on the mainland and so I am always planning my next trip to Melbourne or Sydney!

I joined Collegiate in 2021 energised by the opportunity to enhance students’ experiences with and use of technology for learning and life.  I have always worked with students, teachers, and other professionals to support them on their learning journeys. I find great satisfaction and joy in helping someone figure something out, master a skill, and simply take their first steps towards a new goal.

My formal qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching from the University of Tasmania, and I have been teaching in a range of fields since 1999 in schools, universities, for Tasmania Police, and in private businesses.

As someone who adores learning and understanding what makes things tick, I love being able to encourage that same enjoyment in others. I began working with students in a tutoring context almost immediately after graduating from high school in 2018, and highly value all the experiences I have had as a result. Being able to witness a student’s pride and self-confidence after an achievement is easily my favourite part of teaching, alongside equipping them with the skills to become independent learners and endeavors.

I’m currently finishing up a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Tasmania, and planning to begin a Masters of Teaching shortly after. While studying, I’m also working in the Junior School as a Teacher Assistant. As a Collegiate Alumni myself, it’s lovely to be back in an environment that meant so much to me throughout my school years. My hope is to help shape a similar safe and supportive environment for our current students.

I started working at Collegiate in 2014 as a founding teacher of the Chinese program at the School. I have taught Chinese across all campuses from ELC to the Senior School over the past years with a current focus on teaching in the Junior and Middle School. After graduating from university, I started my teaching career in 2007 as a primary classroom teacher on Christmas Island – a little tropical island in the Indian Ocean around 2,600kms northwest of Perth, WA. After returning to Tasmania with my family in 2009, I have worked as a relief teacher at different schools in both independent and public sectors in Hobart. From 2010, I began to work as a LOTE teacher and have taught Chinese at The Hutchins School for a few years before joining Collegiate. Photography, watching movies, playing the piano, travelling overseas and exploring Tassie with my husband, three children and our Golden Retriever are my favourite things to do in life.

I started work at Collegiate in June 2011 as a Physical Education teacher at the Junior School. I spent 3 years at Anglesea before moving to the Middle School to teach Health and Physical Education and be a Year 7 Mentor. I have been at Collegiate for 10 years.

I am an Old Girl of Collegiate graduating in 2002. I went on to university where I graduated with a Bachelor of Human Movement at the University of Tasmania, Launceston.

I am a sports fanatic and love watching and playing a range of sports, especially Hockey which I play, coach and umpire at a club, state, and international level. I enjoy baking and am known for my cake creations.

Born and raised in Hobart, I represented Australia at the 2001 World Swimming Championships and was awarded the 2001 Tasmanian Female Athlete of the Year. In 2002, I was awarded a Centenary Medal by the Australian Government for my service to the community through swimming and as a role model for Tasmanian youth.

In 2011, I completed a Bachelor of Human Movement with Honours through the University of Tasmania and was admitted to the UTAS Dean’s Roll of Academic Excellence in the Faculty of Education from 2009 to 2011.

I began my teaching career at St Michael’s Collegiate in 2012 in the Health and Physical Education faculty, becoming Faculty Head in 2013. In 2016, I assumed the role of Head of Senior School. At the end of 2021, I stepped down from the role to focus more on my family and to pursue further study through a Master of Applied Sport Science.

As a passionate advocate for girl’s education and empowerment, I personify those qualities for our students to see. I am a proud Health and Physical Education teacher, an avid sports fan, qualified Personal Trainer and Strength and Conditioning coach, and a wide reader. I live with my husband Geoff and our son.

After growing up on the North West Coast of Tasmania, I moved to Melbourne to study, where I obtained my Educational and Developmental Psychology qualification. Following this, I worked across a range of community and private sectors in both Melbourne and the United Kingdom. During this time I developed my passion for taking a holistic approach to working with children, adolescents and their wider networks. Grateful for my time away, I returned to Tasmania just prior to the pandemic and discovered a love for working within schools. I joined the Collegiate team in late 2021 and am excited to share my passions and knowledge in positive psychology, thorough assessment and whole school approaches to wellbeing with the entire School community.

When I am not working, I love being in nature, playing sport, exploring new places, reading and spending time with my friends and family.

I joined the Collegiate family in 2023 as the Junior School Administrator and Assistant to the Head of Junior School.

I have almost 30 years administrative and reception experience, mainly in the medical field and felt it was time for a new and exciting challenge.

Collegiate has given me that opportunity and I feel extremely blessed to be working with such a supportive and welcoming team.

My name is Oliver. Most people call me Olly.

I teach Year 4, in the Junior School. I came to Collegiate after teaching boys in Brisbane for a decade. I’m so pleased I moved to Tassie. In a former life I was a designer. I love dogs, music and making things.

I have a long and proud association with Collegiate and have taught here in the Junior School, on and off, throughout the last 20+ years! As well as being a staff member, I am also an Old Girl and current Collegiate parent. I look forward to coming to work every day here at Anglesea and feel fortunate to work in such a collaborative, supportive and welcoming environment with engaged students and friendly families.

I’ve enjoyed the privilege of working as the Assistant Chaplain in the Junior School since 2020.  My role includes the development and teaching of the Faith and Life curriculum across the Junior School and running the Chapels. I grew up in Launceston and moved to Sydney to complete my studies.  I enjoy exploring the outdoors with my family, sport, and relaxing with a good book.  I live with my husband Sam, our two children and two energetic labradoodles.  We are passionate about serving in our afternoon congregation at Wellspring Anglican Church.

I am an experienced accountant with over 25 years of accounting experience, working predominantly in the not-for-profit sector, firstly in the aged care industry and now over 6 years with Collegiate.

My responsibilities include oversight of the payroll, accounts payable and receivable along with the preparation of financial reports, budgets, cash flows and statutory reports to various government agencies.

I have a Bachelor of Business graduating with distinction from the University of Southern Queensland along with completing his Professional Year with the Institute of Charted Accountants.

I am married to Sandy. On weekends I enjoy exploring new parts of Tasmania and walking my German Shepherd x Border Collie.

Rodney has been a member of the teaching staff at Collegiate since 1999. His roles have included Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 classroom teacher and mentor, Junior School sports coordinator, teacher of HPE, House Dean of Kilburn, Year Level Coordinator in the Middle School and Head of the Faculty of Mathematics (K-12).  Rodney has great loyalty and commitment to Collegiate, he is a strong advocate for the importance of girls education and has been a key contributor to the formation of the Middle School culture.

Rodney was a keen sportsman and is now an avid supporter who enjoys early morning runs, backyard cricket and football games with his family. He is a passionate supporter of the Melbourne Football Club and enjoys watching cricket. He lives with his wife Rebecca and their two boys.

I am currently a Year 5 Mentor and enjoy working with students and teachers across the School.

I grew up in Scottsdale in North East Tasmania and spent 12 years studying and teaching in Melbourne after finishing school. I started working at the Junior School of Collegiate in 2018 after returning to Tasmania and settling in Hobart.  I have taught in a variety of year levels across the campus and love working in such a lovely community.

After graduating from the University of Tasmania in 2002, I began my teaching career in a remote area school in country South Australia. I have taught in a number of schools, across most states of Australia as well as in the UK, but am loving being back in Tasmania. I have close ties to Collegiate and was a student here myself from Year 7 to Year 12. I first taught Year 1 at Collegiate, before having my son. Upon my return, I was excited to make the transition to Kindergarten, in the beautiful new Kindergarten Studio.

My name is Sam Brain. I grew up on a fruit orchard in Southeast Queensland and spent my school holidays surfing and diving the waters around North Stradbroke Island. It must have had an impact, as I now own a small farm in Southeast Tasmania and spend my spare time surfing and diving the water around the South Arm Peninsular with my wife Julie and two children Lily and Jack.

I have been teaching for a little under 10 years across Queensland, Victoria, Western Australia and now Tasmania. While I have experience teaching a number of different subjects in a high school setting, my passion lies in the field of Outdoor Education. I am excited to be a part of the Experiential Learning team here at Collegiate and greatly look forward to planning and leading the students on adventures in Tasmania’s wild places.

I have been teaching Year 5 at Collegiate for the past two years. I also teach Digital Technologies across Years 5 and 6. I have found the Collegiate community to be both supportive and encouraging in the beginning of my teaching career. Prior to teaching at Collegiate, I studied at the University of Tasmania, undertaking a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Philosophy.

I enjoy teaching in the Middle School years and supporting students as they navigate the challenges associated with early adolescence. I am passionate about teaching Mathematics and I especially enjoy helping students who lack confidence in this area.

When I am not teaching, I enjoy bushwalking, reading and spending time with my friends and family.

For the past 20 years I have enjoyed supporting Collegiate students’ learning needs in Senior School and Middle School.  I am currently the Learning Support Coordinator in the Middle School.

I grew up in southern Tasmania and after graduating from UTAS, I travelled to England where I began my teaching career.  After living overseas for five years, I returned to Tasmania and started working in a variety of schools.  Throughout my career, I have worked in government schools, Catholic Schools and the independent sector.  I have taught everything from Kindergarten to Year 6 and enjoy the challenges and developmental stages of each year level.  Prior to coming to Collegiate, I also had the opportunity to take on the roles of Student Learning Support Coordinator and Assistant Principal in Teaching and Learning, in addition to being a classroom teacher. As an Alumni of the School, I was excited to start working at St Michael’s Collegiate in 2011 and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of such an amazing community.  During my time at Collegiate, I have taken on a variety of roles at various times, including Mentor Teacher on a range of year levels, Master Teacher in Mathematics, Acting Head of Junior School, Lead Teacher on the Year 9 ASPIRE Solomon Islands trip, Junior School House Coordinator for Kilburn and Mitchell, Daily Organiser and Timetabler for the Junior School and Pastoral Care Coordinator in the Junior School.  I find my roles at Collegiate to be particularly rewarding and truly enjoy sharing the students’ learning journeys as they progress through the School.

I love teaching – still even after 20+ years! For me, I really value developing positive relationships with students and helping them to steer their way through their time at school. I also love the amazing group of people I get to work with – they are lovely!

Personally – I’m a summer weather lover – the hotter the better! I love travelling – especially to hot and tropical locations! I also love to renovate our house and spend time with my family, walking on the beach and being with friends.

I completed by Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care in 2015 and my Diploma in Early Childhood Education & Care in 2022. I began my Early Childhood Educator role in Launceston and then ventured to Hobart in 2020. It’s been an amazing 9 years working with young children and have loved every moment of it.

I began my journey here at Collegiate Early Learning in May 2023 and it is so wonderful to have such a great bunch of educators to work with. I am currently the ELC 1 Room Leader and have a beautiful bunch of educators working alongside me, as well as a lovely group of children.

My favourite part of working at Collegiate is all the adventures we provide the children with such as walks to the Rivulet, visiting out pet chickens, trips to Southern Cross Care and the hands-on learning.

Much of my formative years were spent outdoors and much of that time outdoors spent on the water with a particular interest in kayaking.  Kayaking as a sport took me around the world and to multiple international competitions as well as providing a context for many adventures.  I completed a Bachelor of Science and then a Bachelor of Teaching at the University of Tasmania.  My teaching experience includes many years working in all girl’s education as well as some time working with disenfranchised young people in Victoria.  I am passionate about young people developing their capacity, confidence, and ecological literacy through experiences outdoors and feel privileged to have the opportunity to work in this space at St Michael’s Collegiate School.

Todd graduated UTAS with a Bachelor of Human Movement leading to an early career as a primary HPE teacher.  The next phase of his career included four years living and teaching in the Torres Strait undertaking a diverse range of teaching and leadership roles as well as completing a Masters of Education.  On returning to Hobart, Todd took on the position of Director of Outdoor Education at The Hutchins School, a role he held for 15 years.  Appointed as the Director of Experiential Learning in 2020, Todd oversees outdoor learning, project-based learning, service learning and global learning.

I commenced at Collegiate in 2019 as PA to the Chief Operating Officer.  I am a full-time member of the Business Services Team and I am located on the Senior School Campus in the Davies Building.  I am a member of the Collegiate Pool where I swim three times a week before work.  I enjoy bushwalking, kayaking and being outdoors as much as I can!

A Janeite and a lover of Australian literature.

Lifelong learner committed researcher and scholar with a demonstrated record of community service. Studied at the University of Sydney and received my doctorate from the University of Tasmania. Current member of the 9-12 LAG for English. Vice-President of The NSW English Teachers’ Association (1996-2002). Former Marking Coordinator for TASC for English Communications and English Literature.

Enthusiastic in all professional endeavours and roles. Moved to Tasmania in 2010 after a career in diverse schools in Sydney, including Newtown HS of the Performing Arts and the academically selective St George Girls’ HS.

Proactive in all facets of learning and teaching, fostering a love for the written word and a respect for academic pursuits. A passionate advocate of books and reading because both stimulate critical literacy, facilitate a global consciousness, promote empathy, and bring about a more caring and civilised world.

Irresolute in my belief that the great Australian affliction, monolingualism, is curable!

Hello, I am Yina (with the silent Y). I am bilingual in English and Mandarin. I love the English language and literature as it allows me to explore so much of the English culture!  I studied in New York and in 2016 I obtained my Master’s Degree in English Second Language teaching. Since I graduated, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to work closely with young people from 3 years of age up to young adults in America, China, Brisbane, and now Hobart. I enjoy working with young people because I love seeing the big smiles from students when they gain not just knowledge but also life values. I believe the best reward an educator can obtain is seeing their students’ progress. I love outdoor activities and travelling. I am usually out hiking or surfing with my partner on our days off and it brings me so much energy! It is an honour for me to work as a Teaching Assistant at Collegiate and I’m so looking forward to building great connections with the children and staff!

I started working in child care, before gaining my Associate Diploma and running an after school care program.  I then studied Early Childhood Education and taught Prep for a few years in Melbourne before becoming a Music teacher in 2007.  I moved back home to Tasmania in 2017 and love living back here with family nearby. I began teaching at Collegiate in 2018 and really enjoy the overall engagement and enthusiasm for Music the students demonstrate during lessons.  Hearing the students sing, either in their class groups, or in combined year levels during choir rehearsals can be uplifting! I love the warm, welcoming feeling of the staff and students at the Anglesea Campus and the beautiful surroundings in which I get to teach.