Tanya Taylor-Cox
Thebarton Senior College
South Australia
Teaching English to Students of Other Languages
Only three years into her teaching career, Tanya Taylor-Cox has made a valuable contribution in Teaching English to Students of Other Languages and is already highly regarded as a role model for new teachers at Thebarton Senior College.
Tanya’s expertise in developing creative and engaging learning environments in a range of curriculum areas has enabled her students, many from disrupted educational backgrounds, to gain new confidence, practical knowledge and skills in literacy and language development. She has also helped her students integrate into Australian society.
Tanya works innovatively to address complex social and educational challenges, incorporating the unique experiences and skills her students bring to the classroom and current and emerging technology into her teaching. Her achievements encompass the classroom, the college and wider community.
Kathryn Suttie
Wagga Wagga High School
New South Wales
Dance as an art form
Since starting her teaching career in 2004, Kathryn Suttie is already a leader in dance, inspiring students and teachers at Wagga Wagga High School and throughout the region.
Kathryn’s enthusiasm, artistic skill, credibility and philosophy of inclusive education attracts strong participation in her dance workshops and elective classes, which offer a safe, supportive environment and are structured to encourage and extend students.
With a focus on learning through doing, Kathryn trains her students to be dance tutors in local primary schools, furthering their leadership and dance skills while strengthening positive relationships with feeder schools. Kathryn is also regarded as a community leader by her students for her dedication to local arts’ productions and sporting competitions.