Our People

Principal

Introduction to come shortly.

Lead Teacher

Kirsty is a remarkable educator and has over 20 years’ experience as a teacher. In that time, Kirsty has worked in the Torres Strait, Northern Territory, Tasmania, Northern Queensland and even Hayman Island. With a Bachelor of Education, Kirsty went on to complete a Post Graduate qualification in Applied Science Fisheries and she is now undertaking a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. Most of her career Kirsty has been a whole-school teacher working across year levels, which fits in perfectly with our multi-age school. Her passion to truly understand each learner, connect with them and engage them in their learning journey is evident every minute of the day. Kirsty’s belief that every child can succeed is at the centre of her education program and her commitment to building strong relationships to engage learners is a powerful combination. 

Leader of Learning and Teacher

Katherine is a remarkable and holistic educator who has worked in a diverse range of schools, including a remote town in Western Australia. Kat holds a Graduate Diploma in Education, a Graduate Certificate in the Arts (English) and a Bachelor in Mass Communications (Journalism and Public Relations). Her focus is to ensure all learners know and reach their potential, feel safe, worthy and supported, and are provided meaningful and personalised access to the Australian Curriculum. Kat is effective in developing the personal, academic and social capabilities of all learners through the creation of a meaningful, supported and accountable community.

Learning Support Specialist

Pauline has over 22 years’ experience as an educator teaching in primary, secondary and special education schools in Australia and the UK. With a Bachelor of Education and a Certificate of Integrative Health and Wellness, Pauline comes to us with many valuable skills. Her focus is on supporting all learners so they feel safe, valued and worthy in their learning journey. She places a strong emphasis on emotional health as the foundation to successful learning. Pauline is committed to providing a holistic individual learning program for all learners at MIS.

Teacher

Stephanie is a passionate advocate for creative learning and Visual Arts. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from QUT and later completed a Masters of Teaching (Secondary) at the University of Melbourne in 2017.

Throughout her career, Stephanie has immersed herself as a Visual Art specialist within both Primary and Secondary educational settings. She possesses a deep interest in student wellbeing and enthusiastically promotes Inquiry-Based Learning. Beyond her teaching role, Stephanie is an avid artist who works primarily with acrylics and printmaking.