Experience

Next Learning

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director & Co-founder

  • Dec 2013 - Present

  Co-founded Next Approach Pty Ltd trading as Next Learning at the nexus of learning and technology. Via our three services Next Appraisals, Next PL and Next Projects we combine skills in education, strategy, technology and communication. We have partnered with over one hundred Australian schools and universities to deliver blueprints and strategies to manage and implement change. We do this to empower students and educators via technology, coaching in-situ and model phased implementation strategies. We present frequently at conferences, workshops, training events and parent information evenings. Our vision for Next Learning services is to help inspire, challenge and engage learners of all ages in rich and relevant learning experiences that will equip them with the essential skill-sets and mindsets for life, learning and work in the 21st Century. To help our clients we continue to develop a network of exceptional and experienced consultants who bring the knowledge and skills gained from years of educational expertise and numerous engagements around the globe to deliver services and digital products for impactful change around specific operational needs. We share experience and a desire to use of powerful digital technologies, research and development on the themes of mobility, strategy, future ready learning, Asian century, enterprise and innovation. Show less



Mercedes College

• Perth, Australia

• Director of Learning Technology

  • Oct 2013 - Present

  Initiated the “Always Learning Anywhere Initiative” to support the college’s first implementation of a student owned 1-to-1 technology programme. Worked closely with the college leadership team and Information and Learning Technology committee to develop a shared mindset to deliver the successful implementation of technology into learning. Working steadily with each teaching staff member participating in the Next PL Action Learning to model the mindset required to drive simple, flexible and reliable technology and workflows provided. To be an effective leader in this environment, I believe I needed to actively participate as a learner/teacher in helping the organisation improve. Working with the ILT Committee to identify learner focussed mind set, skillset and toolset strategies. Supporting a shift in the whole teaching cohort skillset requires empathy, political savvy, purposeful action, pressure and positive support, deliberative practice in class, and sustainable change – these actions support and deliver the management required to increase whole staff capacity. Set up an academic extension programme for 60 students called IT Angels. These students have been invaluable in supporting the ALAI and support of teacher/colleague capability and capacity building. Show less



Department of Education, Western Australia

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Deputy Principal, ICT & Innovation

  • May 2013 - Dec 2013

  Designed, developed and implemented 1:1 technology program trials with four classes using skills from successful teaching background and experience in planning, leading and management. Assisted with new learning workflows, procedures around management of school property, and the development of partnerships between the school and the parent community. The four five week trials included the hosting of two tours of the projects with parents, teachers and leaders from 14 other schools. These events included modelling inquiry based learning with technology in the classroom. Developed teachers pedagogies via whole-staff workshops, in situ coaching, team teaching and modelling teaching practice using technologies. Projects included a simulated WeatherTV station, eBook creation, app development pitching and business proposals, data visualisation and video advertisements. This role required successful experience in classroom teaching and leadership within a school setting. Responsible for the day-to-day organisation of learning technologies, deployment of new technologies and availability across the school and for the welfare of all students and staff in the usage of these tools. The role required personal strengths in strategic thinking, planning and management, the ability to quickly build positive relationships, and the ability to deal with complex issues and manage change. Enjoyed the experience and built upon personal research and theory in implementing change in student engagement with learning with technology and active engagement of staff and extended community. Show less



XciteLogic Pty Ltd

• Australia

• Solutions Manager | National Education

  • May 2011 - May 2013

  Focussed on strategy around the people and technology solutions that prompt positive organisational change. Experienced in education, business development, sales & technology. Learning technologies specialist as teacher and professional development program developer. Strong relationships skills and broad understanding of Australian education and ICT sector. Specialties:ICTs for learning, client relationships, strategic planning, eLearning, government, ecommerce, wordpress, conference speaking, social-networking technologies Show less



Winthrop Australia

• Australia
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Manager

  • Oct 2008 - May 2011

  Generating new development of comprehensive technology solutions for education institutions, SMEs and government. Specialising in large "one to one" laptop deployments in over 50 schools. Working closely with leadership and technical teams in DoE, CEO & AISWA. Conducted consultancy and research/review work for government sector. Generating new development of comprehensive technology solutions for education institutions, SMEs and government. Specialising in large "one to one" laptop deployments in over 50 schools. Working closely with leadership and technical teams in DoE, CEO & AISWA. Conducted consultancy and research/review work for government sector.



Next Byte

• State Education Manager | WA

  • 2007 - 2008

  Technology sales and solutions for Apple hardware and software for Next Byte in the Education sector. Held events, workshops and supported network of schools and universities with ICT deployments. Technology sales and solutions for Apple hardware and software for Next Byte in the Education sector. Held events, workshops and supported network of schools and universities with ICT deployments.



Department of Education, Western Australia

• Australia
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• • Oct 2005 - Jan 2007

  Supporting WA schools on creation of a whole school performance management continuum. Focussed on the effective integration of ICTs into teaching & learning. Based around MCEETYA standards and action research for professional development. Included workshops and events for teachers and Principals. Managed Online Learning Space and designed online action research.

• • Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

  Teacher and co-ordinator of cross-curriculum ICT, LOTE (Japanese) and soccer coach. Focussed on successfully integrating ICTs into the curriculum and supporting colleagues in this whole-school priority. This role also included strategic planning for resource management, purchasing and network management to optimise the school ICT facilities.



Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)

• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Teacher and CALL integrator

  • Jan 2000 - Jan 2003

  Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) ESL Teacher at Tagawa Senior High School, Fukuoka, Japan. Developed classroom instant messaging groups with students worldwide, and project to develop a VR tour of school with voice overs in English. Ran workshops and presentations across Japan on CALL system integration into the traditional ESL curriculum for English teachers. Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) ESL Teacher at Tagawa Senior High School, Fukuoka, Japan. Developed classroom instant messaging groups with students worldwide, and project to develop a VR tour of school with voice overs in English. Ran workshops and presentations across Japan on CALL system integration into the traditional ESL curriculum for English teachers.



HBS

• Switzerland
• Media Production
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Technical Translator

  • Jun 2002 - Jul 2002

  Technical Translator at FIFA World Cup Japan/Korea Commentary Control Unit Technical Translator at FIFA World Cup Japan/Korea Commentary Control Unit



Edinburgh International Film Festival

• United Kingdom
• Movies, Videos, and Sound
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Media Technician

  • Mar 1999 - Sep 1999

  Media Technician, Edinburgh International Film Festival supporting associated event production and video conferencing with the likes of David Lynch. Media Technician, Edinburgh International Film Festival supporting associated event production and video conferencing with the likes of David Lynch.



Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

• United Kingdom
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Youth Job Broker

  • Jan 1997 - Dec 1998

  Job Broker at the British Employment Service, Edinburgh Scotland focussed on assisting long term unemployed youth and people with disabilities. Job Broker at the British Employment Service, Edinburgh Scotland focussed on assisting long term unemployed youth and people with disabilities.