As a teacher, Julian is able to make a visible difference in the course of his students' lives. He also has the flexibility to pursue his passion for acting.
Francis became a teacher to positively impact the lives of others, and has since discovered the ways in which teaching offers a range of professional development opportunities that enhance his career.
Holly has had the opportunity to step into a variety of leadership roles, while having the flexibility and support to take time away from teaching to start a family.
Since joining the profession as an English teacher, Jessica has enjoyed the flexibility to complete additional studies as a teacher librarian and to start a family.
As a student, Stella's teachers opened doors for her to explore her love of science. Stella now shapes the future of STEM through encouraging and supporting her own students.
For Tammy, a career in education has opened doors. Not only to varied and rewarding leadership opportunities but for her school community and the next generation.
Working as a Senior Education Officer and sharing her passion for teaching with future teachers was a career development opportunity Gen couldn't have imagined when starting as a history teacher.
As a beginning teacher, Brigitte benefitted from mentoring and support. She now has the confidence to support the diverse learning needs of students in her classes.
Tyran has benefitted from the flexibility of a teaching career. Teaching has allowed him to work towards his sporting goals as a professional cricketer, whilst at the same time, making a meaningful difference in the classroom.
Book credit: ICEBERG by Claire Saxby, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft (Allen & Unwin, 2021) featured with the permission of Allen & Unwin: www.allenandunwin.com.