Toddcast Teacher Podcast

Episode 24 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: Kristen Woodcock For the twenty-fourth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the wonderful opportunity of interviewing Kristen Woodcock who I also actually went to school with and we coached volleyball together. Kristen works in a Special Education setting, which she has been doing since 2016 and currently completing her Master’s in Teac...

Episode 23 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: Trent Ray and Sam Macauley (Cyber Safety Project). For the twenty-third episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the wonderful privilege of interviewing Trent Ray and Sam Macauley from the Cyber Safety Project. Both Trent and Sam have a number of years’ experience in either primary or secondary schools as teachers or leaders before both bec...

Episode 22 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: Riss Leung (Oz Lit Teacher) For the twenty-second episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the wonderful opportunity of interviewing Riss Leung also known as the Oz Lit Teacher. Riss has been involved in education for 19 years in various roles which include being a teacher, leading teacher, Principal, consultant for the Department and now r...

Episode 21 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: Richard James For the twenty-first episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing friend Richard James. Richard has been teaching for 26 years and is currently a Deputy Principal in Queensland. Richard has worked in various schools and had various experiences either as a teacher, head of department or a Deputy Princi...

Episode 20 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: Charlotte Kidd (Grow PL) For the twentieth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Charlotte Kidd, the founder of Grow Professional Learning. Charlotte has a range of experiences during her career to date, which include teaching Physical Education and Science for five years, working for an education technology...

Episode 19 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Daniel Francis) For the nineteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing fellow colleague Daniel Francis. Daniel is into his 11 year of teaching and is currently teaching a Grade 3/4 class. Daniel has been teaching in the senior area for a number of years as well as being a team leader. Daniel discusses the...

Episode 18 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Jacqueline Irvine) For the eighteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing Jacqueline Irvine. Jacqueline is into her 5th year of teaching, having done 3 years in Prep and now currently doing casual relief teaching due to the fact Jacqueline is going to be studying positive psychology in July. Jacqueline ha...

Episode 17 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Aaron Johnston) For the seventeenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I had the privilege of interviewing fellow podcaster Aaron Johnston. Aaron is into his 14th year of teaching (currently teaching Stage 3 students) and 7th year as an Assistant Principal in New South Wales. Aaron discusses the following: - His educational journey, reason...

Episode 16 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Emily Jacobs) For the sixteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Emily Jacobs. Emily is into her 11th year of teaching and is currently teaching a Grade 1/2 class. Emily is also a Mum to three gorgeous children in Pippa, Leo and Luna. Emily discusses the following: - Her teaching journey, why she became a teacher...

Episode 15 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Tom Brewin) For the fifteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview graduate teacher Tom Brewin who is in his second year of teaching in remote Northern Queensland. Tom has had various teaching experiences in his teaching career to date and is currently teaching secondary Mathematics, Literacy, Geography and IT. Tom discusses the...

Episode 14 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Rob Vingerhoets) For the fourteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview Maths guru Rob Vingerhoets. Rob is an extremely experienced educator who has been in education for over 45 years. Rob has been a teacher, curriculum co-ordinator, Assistant Principal, Principal, a consultant overseas, an author and now manages the Rob Vinger...

Episode 13 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Sarah) For the thirteenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview the wonderful and talented Sarah from Pevan and Sarah. Sarah is one of my teaching favourites and I am lucky enough to have Sarah and Pevan in my classroom every day. Sarah has many years of teaching experience in various settings, however Sarah and her husband (Manny...

Episode 12 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Kirby Short) For the twelfth and final episode for 2021 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview a friend Kirby Short. Kirby has been a teacher for 14 years and is currently a Deputy Principal in Queensland. Kirby was also a professional cricketer and was captain on the WBBL Brisbane Heat team that claimed two WBBL titles. Kirby discusses th...

Episode 11 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Lauren Millard-Ray) For the eleventh episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Lauren Millard-Ray. Lauren has been a teacher for 17 years and is currently a Leading Teacher in Numeracy. Lauren discusses the following: - Her teaching journey, why she became a teacher and moved into a leadership position. - How to best stru...

Episode 10 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Adam Tanner) For the tenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview Adam Tanner who I’ve had the privilege of working with for the last 8 years. Adam has been teaching for 11 years, currently teaching Physical Education. Adam has a wealth of knowledge and experiences, which he shares in this episode. Adam discusses the following: - H...

Episode 9 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Molly Gallagher) For the ninth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview speech pathologist Molly Gallagher. Molly has been a speech pathologist for three years in private practice and this year moving into education at my primary school. Molly discusses the following: - Her life, why she became a speech pathologist, reasons for workin...

Episode 8 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Gayle Millard-Ray) For the eighth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Gayle Millard-Ray. Gayle has been a teacher for 18 years both in the UK and Australia and is currently a Grade 5 teacher. Gayle discusses the following: - Her life, why she became a teacher, her teaching journey, teacher role models and general tea...

Episode 7 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Graduate Teacher Roundtable - Shelley Eaton (2nd Year), Laura Cole (1st Year), Kaiden Antonowicz (3rd Year) & Nathan Walsh (2nd Year). Throughout this episode all four outstanding graduate teachers share and discuss their teaching journey and experiences to date and also reflect on their university experience as well. Shelley, Laura, Kaiden and N...

Episode 6 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Hayden Polglase) For the sixth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview Hayden Polglase. I have the privilege of working at the same school as Hayden who has been teaching for 14 years, currently teaching Grade 3/4 and is also our Numeracy Learning Specialist. Hayden has a wealth of knowledge and experiences, which he shares in this e...

Episode 5 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Penelope Cleghorn) For the fifth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Penelope Cleghorn. Penelope has been a teacher for 12 years and is currently a Physical Education teacher and Leading Teacher (Leader of Student Learning, Empowerment and Pedagogy). Penelope discusses the following: - Her teaching journey, why she b...

Episode 4 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Scott Ross) For the fourth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Scott Ross. Scott has been a teacher for over 20 years and is currently an Assistant Principal. Scott discusses the following: - His teaching journey, why he became a teacher and moved into the leadership. - Life as an Assistant Principal, roles and respo...

Episode 3 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Melissa Zysvelt) For the third episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Melissa Zysvelt. Melissa is a Special Education teacher who has been teaching at her school for 21 years in various roles and responsibilities. Melissa discusses the following: - Her life, teaching journey, why she became a teacher and general teachin...

Episode 2 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Bridey Welton) For the second episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview a colleague, team member and close friend Bridey Welton. I have the privilege of working with Bridey who is a Prep teacher. Bridey will be sharing her wealth of knowledge and experiences in Prep during this episode. Bridey discusses the following: - Her life, teach...

Episode 1 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Rebecca Kinsman) For the first episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview a colleague and close friend Rebecca Kinsman, better known as Bec. I have the privilege of working at the same school as Bec who is currently a Grade 1/2 teacher and also our Literacy Learning Specialist. Bec has a wealth of knowledge and experiences which she sha...

Toddcast Teacher Podcast Preview:  Have a listen to the Toddcast Teacher Podcast Preview before the first episode of the Toddcast on Wednesday 8th September.