Heather has been working in education for much of her teaching career. She has always maintained a passion for working with youth and young people and was heavily involved in children’s and youth camping programs through camping organisations such as Scripture Union and, after moving to Victoria, ESA Country Ministries.

‘Every child is an individual and will learn with the right support’ has always been Heather’s motto. She believes we each have a purpose and it is an honour to support children as they discover what it is that God has planned for them to do.

School was always a big challenge for Heather as a child. Since then, she has been determined to do her best to ‘make a difference’ for her students and do what she could to make their experience positive and rewarding.

“I have always had a passion to support students who learn differently. I studied Special Education at university and spent many years working in settings where I was able to support student and adults with additional needs. My favourite phrases to hear are “Ahhh, I get it now!” and “Thanks, your help really made a difference!” It makes all the hard work so worthwhile.”

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