2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year
Jenny Brown
Nominated by: Deputy Principal Michael Everett and Principal Scott Tapper
Congratulations to Jenny Brown, Lead Education Assistant at Gosnells Primary School in Western Australia, who is the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year.
Jenny is a driving force behind the professional growth of her team and the success of the students she supports. Through her leadership, she has embedded a culture of collaboration, reflective practice, and evidence-based teaching strategies, ensuring that every student receives consistent, high-quality support.
Watch our video to meet Jenny and hear about the difference she is making at Gosnells Primary School. Discover how Jenny’s leadership supports early career and experienced education assistants and contributes to an environment where students and staff thrive. Hear directly from Principal Scott Tapper and Nominator – Deputy Principal Michael Everett – about the culture of respect they have fostered throughout the school and the high praise Jenny has earned for her leadership.
Then, read on to discover in detail the positive impact Jenny’s leadership has on education assistants, and how her dedication enhances student outcomes, staff confidence, and the broader school community.
Jenny introduced a structured professional learning program that ensures all education assistants engage with targeted professional development aligned to school priorities and student needs. Every education assistant (EA) at Gosnells Primary School has now completed targeted Australian Teacher Aide modules, strengthening their skills in inclusive practice, curriculum knowledge, and supporting independent learning.
“Jenny has created an enduring, high-impact system that meets students where they are and helps them thrive” said Michael Everett. “Her leadership has significantly elevated the quality and consistency of EA-led support across the school.”
Jenny’s commitment to student learning and wellbeing is evident in the innovative Peer Shadow Program she designed for education assistants who are new to the school. This initiative allows new staff to observe high-impact, inclusive practices in action and receive coaching in trauma-informed care, positive behaviour support, and strategies for building student independence.
Her impact is seen clearly in student outcomes. One student with ASD, previously disengaged, now completes learning tasks independently and uses self-regulation tools - progress attributed directly to Jenny’s mentoring and strategic deployment of support staff. Teachers across the school report improved student focus, participation, and emotional wellbeing as a result of Jenny’s leadership.
Jenny also plays a pivotal role in strengthening collaboration between teachers and education assistants. She developed a centralised rostering system to ensure targeted support, facilitates regular team debriefs, and mentors colleagues in professional responsibilities, policy compliance, and effective communication. This has created a unified, responsive support model that benefits staff and students alike.
Her nominators noted that “Jenny is the linchpin in aligning support staff with teaching teams. Her ability to build effective professional relationships and coordinate targeted support ensures that every student receives cohesive, well-planned assistance.”
Jenny is also deeply committed to her own professional growth, consistently modelling reflective practice and lifelong learning. She engages with the Australian Teaching Assistant Professional Standards (ATAPS), supports colleagues in linking theory to practice, and ensures professional dialogue remains central to school culture.
Nominator, Michael Everett even signed Jenny’s nomination form with a galaxy pen, noting that “Jenny is out of this world”, a fitting tribute to her exceptional impact and dedication!
Congratulations, Jenny, on your exceptional achievements!
Congratulations to the State Finalists in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
The 2025 Finalists have been recognised for their positive impact on student learning and wellbeing, their commitment to improving their support practice through ongoing professional learning, and effective collaboration with colleagues.
Thank you to the school leaders who made time to recognise the work of their teacher aides by submitting a nomination. We hope you are inspired by these outstanding finalists and enjoy reading about the significant contribution they are making to students, their schools, and the community.
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State Finalist
Bronwyn Forsyth
Galilee School, ACT
Nominated by: Tim McNevin, Principal
Bronwyn Forsyth, Learning Support Assistant at Galilee School, is the state finalist for the Australian Capital Territory in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Bronwyn is deeply committed to relational, student-centred support that recognises and responds to the developmental and learning needs of every individual.
"Bronwyn's gentle, patient, nurturing demeanour is a 'gift' that she gives to her students - they respond to her, they connect with her, they trust her" says Tim McNevin, Principal.
By creating safe, responsive spaces and applying developmentally informed strategies, Bronwyn empowers students to engage in learning and thrive both personally and academically.
Bronwyn draws on a deep understanding of her students' individual learning plans, cognitive stages, and emotional needs to shape her support strategies. She works with teachers to identify each student's zone of proximal development and tailors support accordingly. Her approach fosters genuine trust, engagement, and success. Bronwyn is actively involved in a range of programs including the Dogs Connect Wellbeing Dog Team, Farm Skills, and Horses Helping Humans, each requiring her to develop new skills to meet the complex and holistic needs of her learners.
Bronwyn is a trusted and skilled collaborator, contributing meaningfully to school-wide inclusion and student wellbeing.
She builds respectful partnerships with teachers, carers, and the wider school community. Bronwyn plays a key role in emotional regulation through the school's Wellbeing Dog initiative and supports goal-setting processes through student-led academic reviews. She communicates regularly with families and helps translate learning goals into personalised student and parent action plans. Her collaborative spirit ensures that each student is known, supported, and celebrated across all learning contexts.
Bronwyn consistently deepens her professional practice through reflective feedback, knowledge-sharing, and purposeful inquiry.
She proactively seeks feedback from colleagues and applies it to improve her practice. She is deliberate in aligning her role with pedagogical goals, engaging in curriculum planning and assessment support. Bronwyn maintains strong awareness of ethical responsibilities, celebrates diversity, and champions a culture of inclusion. Her thoughtful application of school policies ensures consistency, student safety, and alignment with school-wide objectives.
State Finalist
Lana Doorey
St Raphael’s Catholic School, NSW
Nominated by: Kristie-Lee Cooley, Learning Support Coordinator
Lana Doorey, Executive Assistant and Student Learning Support Officer at St Raphael’s Catholic School, is the state finalist for New South Wales in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Lana brings deep expertise, insight, and compassion to her role, underpinned by lived experience and a strong foundation in Early Intervention.
"Her knowledge is not only deep but shared widely, building the capacity of those around her. Her qualifications, insight, and initiative far exceed her role" says Kristie-Lee Cooley, Learning Support Coordinator.
Lana's strengths lie in supporting students with complex needs and in equipping others through her guidance and modelling of best practice.
With specialisation in autism, communication, and inclusive practices, Lana supports students through visual tools, sensory regulation, and individualised programs. Her role in programs such as MiniLit, MacqLit, and QuickSmart demonstrates her skill in supporting literacy and numeracy intervention. A standout achievement includes the transformation of a student with ASD and significant language and motor delays. Through Lana's consistent support, this student has shown substantial growth in communication, engagement, and independence.
Lana’s collaborative approach enhances teacher capacity and supports the whole school to implement inclusive, practical solutions.
She works side-by-side with teachers to co-design classroom adjustments, create social scripts and visuals, and strengthen understanding of NCCD processes. She mentors early career teachers and SLSOs, offering not just strategies but encouragement and shared responsibility. Her calm, clear communication ensures alignment across the support team, while her active role in wellbeing initiatives further enriches the school's inclusive culture.
Lana is a lifelong learner whose growth mindset shapes both her own practice and that of her peers.
She regularly undertakes professional learning in ASD and inclusive education, staying current with best practice and NCCD guidelines. Drawing from her early intervention background, she models practical techniques and provides professional guidance to others. Her use of Key Word Sign, adaptive tools, and her understanding of differentiated instruction demonstrate her technical expertise and her proactive, learner-centred mindset.
State Finalist
Lee-Anne Puddey
Nightcliff Primary School, NT
Nominated by: Ranae Graham, Principal
Lee-Anne Puddey, Student Education Support Officer at Nightcliff Primary School, is the state finalist for the Northern Territory in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
A quiet achiever and powerful innovator, Lee-Anne exemplifies lifelong learning, integrity, and influence in her student support and school-wide leadership.
"Due to her extensive knowledge, positive relationships with staff, students and the community, Lee-Anne is trusted to apply her knowledge of students to differentiate instruction, support shifting student demographics... and support all staff" says Ranae Graham, Principal.
Through evidence-based reading interventions and social-emotional support programs, Lee-Anne has improved student learning outcomes and built a stronger school community.
Lee-Anne has been instrumental in implementing Read Write Inc. (RWI) and Fresh Start programs, driving improvements in early literacy. Her work includes conducting reading assessments, grouping students by need, and analysing outcomes to inform practice. Her leadership in interventions contributed to Nightcliff Primary School meeting its 2024 and 2025 NAPLAN improvement goals, with a notable increase in students reaching LEXILE Pro levels and Year 3 reading results classified as 'Strong'. She also leads a Life Skills program, embedding social, emotional, and practical skills into weekly lessons for senior students.
Lee-Anne collaborates closely with teaching teams, leadership, and the wider community to embed inclusive practices and targeted support systems.
She co-leads school-wide reading assessment and analysis efforts, working alongside the Principal and Assistant Principal to drive strategy and outcomes. She supports the co-design of Education Adjustment Plans, mentors colleagues in reading instruction, and helps build capacity in classroom-based literacy delivery. Her involvement in initiatives such as Breakfast Club and the Tree of Resilience framework has fostered a nurturing, responsive school culture that values regulation, routine, and belonging.
Committed to professional growth, Lee-Anne seeks out training and shares her expertise to build staff capacity and enhance student learning.
She has completed extensive self-directed and school-funded training in the Science of Reading, special education, RWI, DIBELS, and Berry Street Education. She models lessons for staff, leads reading intervention data cycles, and aligns her work with national teaching standards. Her influence ensures the school's improvement agenda is met and that inclusive, differentiated instruction becomes embedded across year levels.
State Finalist
Claudia Belcher
Redlynch State College, QLD
Nominated by: David Zhang, Deputy Principal, Diverse Learning Centre (DLC)
Claudia Belcher, a dedicated teacher aide at Redlynch State College, is the state finalist for Queensland in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Claudia is widely respected for her empathy, professionalism, and deep knowledge in supporting students with disability.
"Claudia embodies the excellence, empathy, and expertise that define an outstanding teacher aide" says David Zhang, Deputy Principal (DLC).
Her work transforms learning experiences for senior students in the Diverse Learning Centre (DLC), fostering independence, dignity, and confidence. She ensures students engage meaningfully in inclusive learning environments.
Through her 20 years of service, Claudia has shaped an inclusive model that empowers students well below age-level expectations to participate fully in mainstream classes. She co-designs modified tasks, documents assessment evidence through interviews and videos, and supports personalised curriculum adjustments. Her creative use of the ASDAN program with disengaged students, and a gardening unit integrating core subjects, enabled hands-on learning aligned with curriculum goals. Claudia also led initiatives such as the Reconciliation Action Plan during COVID, enabling Indigenous student voice and fostering cultural inclusion. Camps, leadership activities, and student-designed fitness programs highlight her commitment to student development and real-world skill building.
Claudia is an enthusiastic team player who fosters collaboration across the secondary campus.
She works closely with HODs, case managers, teachers, and allied health professionals to coordinate inclusive practices. Claudia plays a pivotal role in meetings, proactively shares student progress, and leads documentation of accommodations and evidence for QCIA and AARA frameworks. One teacher shared, "Claudia frequently anticipates needs before they arise, often organising and creating special resources for students. Her collaborative spirit has helped the teaching team cohesion and contributed significantly to a positive learning environment". Her initiative and reliability make her a cornerstone of the DLC.
Claudia is deeply committed to improving her professional practice through continuous learning.
She maintains up-to-date knowledge of QCAA requirements, attends training in ASD, trauma-informed practice, and executive functioning strategies, and independently upskills in assistive technologies like Read&Write, Clicker 8, and Microsoft accessibility tools. She mentors others in applying these tools to classroom settings. Her leadership in adapting assessments and improving access for students with hearing impairments shows her commitment to inclusive excellence. Claudia's expertise, curiosity, and willingness to learn ensure her practice remains innovative and responsive to student needs.
State Finalist
Sean Higgins
Para Hills School, SA
Nominated by: Thi Vu, Year 3-6 Special Options Class
Sean Higgins, School Services Officer and Librarian at Para Hills School, is the state finalist for South Australia in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
A passionate, creative, and tireless contributor, Sean brings warmth, commitment, and initiative to every aspect of school life.
"Throughout my time at Para Hills School, I have not worked with an SSO who is as devoted as Sean, who consistently caters to the needs of our students and their well-being" says nominator, Thi Vu.
Sean's commitment enhances learning and wellbeing by creating inclusive learning environments and opportunities that are engaging, nurturing, and inspiring.
Sean supports student learning across mainstream and special education settings, consistently going above and beyond to provide inclusive learning experiences. As librarian, he curates resources, manages displays, and coordinates the Scholastic Book Fair and Book Club. He brings science to life by introducing live creatures - frogs, caterpillars, and fish - into classrooms. In the Special Options Class, Sean supports students toward One Plan goals, encourages engagement, and provides one-on-one assistance to help students navigate learning and behaviour challenges.
Collaboration is central to Sean's practice, and he is regarded as a trusted team member across multiple school communities.
Sean actively contributes to school committees such as Book Week, the Reconciliation Action Plan, and Social Club, and has been the Childrens' University Coordinator for four years. He participates in school events, is a member of the staff netball team, and builds strong professional relationships across leadership, teaching, and support staff. He shares resources, attends meetings as the AEU representative, and assists with planning and hosting incursions. Sean's visibility and reliability across diverse contexts ensure that all staff can rely on his experience and steady support.
Sean is deeply committed to professional growth and applies his learning to improve student outcomes and school culture.
He attends all professional development workshops offered by the school, including sessions on pupil-free days and during holidays. He has a particular focus on upskilling in strategies to support students with additional needs, and he consistently applies this learning to his daily practice. His curiosity, initiative, and dedication to becoming the best support for students, has earned him the trust and admiration of his colleagues.
State Finalist
Erin Turner
Northern Christian School, TAS
Nominated by: Kerrie Prentice, Head of Teaching and Learning Enrichment
Erin Turner, Teacher Aide at Northern Christian School, is the state finalist for Tasmania in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
With warmth, integrity, and deep professional insight, Erin supports learning and wellbeing across classrooms and intervention programs.
"Erin's contribution to student learning and school culture exemplifies the values and qualities recognised by the Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Award."
Her work has directly improved student engagement and confidence, particularly in literacy, and strengthened the school's inclusive, supportive culture.
Erin delivers structured literacy instruction through MacqLit and supports students working toward ILP goals using scaffolded methods like the Gradual Release of Responsibility. Her lessons are calm, structured, and student-centred, promoting both academic growth and emotional regulation. Middle-of-year DIBELS data shows measurable progress for her students in decoding, spelling, and sentence construction. Students who once struggled now engage independently and confidently in learning tasks.
Erin is a trusted team member whose collaboration strengthens the quality and consistency of support across classrooms.
She communicates regularly with teachers to align support with student needs and lesson goals, share student progress, prepare resources, and contribute to lesson organisation. Her mentoring of other aides, particularly in delivering MacqLit, has helped build the confidence and capability of the support team. Erin also contributes to community events like the Light Festival and Kite Festival, promoting a sense of belonging and school pride.
Erin actively builds her professional knowledge and generously shares it to uplift others.
She has completed training in instructional scaffolding, student regulation, MacqLit delivery, First Aid, and Child Protection. She models program delivery, supports fidelity to frameworks, and guides others in data tracking and intervention delivery. Teachers and leadership describe her work as professional, effective, and consistently aligned with best practice, noting that she enhances classroom instruction across the school.
State Finalist
Eira Unsworth
Bayside Christian College, VIC
Nominated by: Louise Van Niekerk, Primary Education Support Coordinator
Eira Unsworth, Education Support Staff - Foundation Level at Bayside Christian College, is the state finalist for Victoria in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Eira is known for her intuitive, calm presence and her deep commitment to student growth and wellbeing.
"Eira goes above and beyond to build relationships, create evidence-based resources, and collaborate with the broader school team. Her efforts consistently contribute to improved outcomes for both students and staff" says nominator Louise Van Niekerk, Education Support Coordinator.
Through her tailored support and resource creation, Eira strengthens learning outcomes and helps young learners thrive emotionally and socially.
Eira's work in the Foundation team encompasses classroom support, behaviour management, and targeted small-group interventions. A standout achievement for Eira includes designing a personalised fine motor program for a student unable to hold a pencil, enabling them to progress to confident handwriting. She designs tactile phonics tools and colour-adjusted resources for students with dyslexia and begins each day with 'sensory invites' to support student regulation. Students seek her out as a 'safe person', recognising her calming influence and unwavering respect for individual needs.
Eira's collaborative style strengthens team cohesion and instructional impact across the Foundation setting.
As an integral member of the Prep team, Eira attends weekly planning meetings, updates teachers on student progress, and co-develops differentiated classroom strategies. She aligns her planning with teacher expectations and creates decodable readers and tailored literacy resources that now form part of the school's regular program. Her contributions to documentation systems ensure continuity and confidentiality, while her mentoring of new support officers has established a culture of collaboration grounded in best practice.
Eira continuously seeks opportunities to develop her practice and implement new approaches.
She is a long-standing Australian Teacher Aide member and pursues professional learning independently, exploring topics like phonics acquisition, trauma-informed practice, and executive functioning. Currently studying in the field of Autism, Eira ensures her support strategies are evidence-informed and tailored to the needs of her students. She generously shares her learnings with peers, uplifting the capacity of the entire Education Support team. Her custom teaching aids are widely adopted by intervention specialists and classroom teachers alike.
Congratulations to the Highly Commended nominees in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
These nominees have been specially recognised for their positive impact on student learning and wellbeing, their commitment to improving their support practice through ongoing professional learning, and effective collaboration with colleagues.
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Highly Commended
Matt Porter
Bidwill Public School, NSW
Nominated by: Michelle Drage, Executive Principal
Matt Porter, a School Learning and Support Officer at Bidwill Public School, NSW, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Now in his fourth year at the school, Matt supports students with complex academic and wellbeing needs, making a tangible impact through innovative programs and inclusive practices.
He is known for his calm, caring manner and ability to design and deliver highly engaging programs, including a hands-on life skills cooking and budgeting project and tailored wellbeing routines that support transitions back into mainstream classrooms.
"Given the success of the students with whom he works, Matt is often requested by both teachers and parents to be the person to support a specific group of children or a specific child," says nominator Michelle Drage.
Highly Commended
Jorose Popham
Forest Lake State High School, QLD
Nominated by: Shane Williams, Head of Department - Junior Engagement
Jorose Popham, a Teacher Aide and Engagement Case Manager at Forest Lake State High School, QLD, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
With five years of dedicated service, Jorose has transformed student engagement and wellbeing through culturally responsive case management and innovative support programs.
Jorose leads with compassion and energy, coordinating wellbeing initiatives like the MADE basketball program, student-led lunch program, and cultural dance events while fostering deep, trusting relationships with students and families.
"Her compassion, consistency, and cheerfulness have made her a pillar of student support at Forest Lake SHS," say nominators Shane Williams and Inga Muller.
Highly Commended
Nicole Warry
Morayfield State High School, QLD
Nominated by: Sarah Curti, English Head of Department
Nicole Warry, a Teacher Aide at Morayfield State High School, QLD, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Since 2019, Nicole has supported students across multiple learning environments with dedication, empathy and deep knowledge of inclusive education practices.
She delivers targeted literacy support through the Carol Christensen Decoding Program, mentors new teacher aides, and contributes to whole-school initiatives like Homework Club, creating safe, inclusive spaces for all learners.
"Being surrounded by someone with a collaborative spirit, initiative, and who is extremely reliable makes her an invaluable member of the team," says nominator Sarah Curti.
Highly Commended
Miho Fukumoto
Red Hill Special School, QLD
Nominated by: Susan Cassidy, Speech-Language Pathologist
Miho Fukumoto, a Teacher Aide - Communication Resource Development, at Red Hill Special School, QLD, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
With over ten years of experience, Miho has elevated communication accessibility for students with complex needs by designing inclusive augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) resources that enable meaningful participation in learning and daily routines.
Miho expertly creates high-contrast, symbol-based resources using Boardmaker, collaborates across the school to tailor communication supports, and actively promotes autonomy for non-verbal students through multimodal engagement.
"On countless occasions I have heard people say, 'Where would we be without Miho?'" says nominator Susan Cassidy.
Highly Commended
Moene Snyders
T4 Engagement @ Devonport, TAS
Nominated by: Daniel Steven, Principal / Program Leader
Moene Snyders, a Community Liaison Officer and Teacher Aide at T4 Engagement @ Devonport, TAS, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Over the past 11 years, Moene has supported vulnerable students with compassion and calm, helping them reconnect with learning through trust, structure, and real-world opportunities.
He is completing his Certificate IV in Training and Assessment to deliver VET courses, mentors students with trauma-informed care, and works closely with schools and agencies to create seamless, supportive transitions.
"Moene consistently goes far beyond what could ever be expected of someone in his role," says his colleagues, "building deep, meaningful, and lasting relationships founded on trust and mutual respect."
Highly Commended
SaraAdams
Donald Primary School, VIC
Nominated by: Tanya McCulloch, Teacher
Sara Adams, an Education Support staff member at Donald Primary School, VIC, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Over the past four years, Sara has supported students with complex needs, including ASD and trauma backgrounds, with calm professionalism and a trauma-informed, structured approach.
She leads targeted literacy groups, implements sensory and behaviour supports, and has completed specialist training in Oppositional Defiant Disorder, making a measurable difference in student confidence, self-regulation, and academic growth.
Nominator, Tanya McCulloch shared one student's case: "A direct result of Mrs Adams' skilled and steady support is that the student is now attending more regularly, remaining in class longer, and engaging more frequently in group learning tasks."
Highly Commended
Marie Walker
Beverley District High School, WA
Nominated by: Aliesha Murray, Associate Principal
Marie Walker, a Lead Education Assistant at Beverley District High School, WA, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Since 2001, and as LEA since 2022, Marie has championed trauma-informed practice and led a high-performing EA team that delivers inclusive, student-centred support across the school.
Her leadership includes mentoring, developing critical intervention tools, coordinating professional learning, and directly supporting students with complex medical and behavioural needs with dignity and expertise.
"Marie leads with empathy, integrity, and vision026 her influence reaches far beyond her own role - shaping a collaborative, student-centred culture across BDHS," says nominator Aliesha Murray.
Highly Commended
Amanda Porter
Kwoorabup Nature School, WA
Nominated by: Sharon Gill, Year 1 Teacher
Amanda Porter, an Education Assistant at Kwoorabup Nature School, WA, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Since 2024, Amanda has combined evidence-based literacy intervention with nature-connected learning to re-engage students and accelerate their progress, especially those at risk of disengagement.
Amanda leads small-group phonics instruction, integrates multisensory strategies, and uses outdoor learning to support student wellbeing and academic growth, with some students gaining up to 12 months' progress in a short time.
"Mandy creates an environment where all learners can thrive," says nominator Sharon Gill, "blending academic rigour with real-world relevance to foster resilience, reduce stress, and empower students."
Highly Commended
Kelly Brown
Samson Primary School, WA
Nominated by: Megan Elsbury, Deputy Principal
Kelly Brown, a Special Needs Education Assistant at Samson Primary School, WA, has been Highly Commended in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards.
Kelly has supported students across the school with compassion and exceptional skill, coordinating key programs, leading intervention support, and promoting a culture of care and inclusion.
From managing complex medical needs to facilitating behaviour strategies, academic intervention, and literacy programs, Kelly brings warmth, initiative and professionalism to every aspect of school life.
"Kelly just goes about things independently and always with a genuine heart and a big smile! A real asset to our school," says nominator Meg Elsbury.
Congratulations to the following teacher aides who have been nominated in the 2025 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year awards, and thank you to all the school leaders who took the time and effort to acknowledge the valuable role of their teacher aides.
SCHOOL |
NOMINEE |
NOMINATED BY: |
| Al Siraat College, VIC | Zahra Leghari | Sana Jamil & Fazeel Arain |
| Ashdale Secondary College, WA | Lisa McAuliffe | Michelle Sprigg |
| Ashdale Secondary College, WA | Carla Hudson | Anna Rains |
| Banksia Beach State School, QLD | Wendy Peters | Laura Wilkinson |
| Bayside Christian College, VIC | Judith Kruiskamp | Jo Piening |
| Bayside Christian College, VIC | Eira Unsworth | Louise Van Niekerk |
| Bellbird Park State Secondary College, QLD | Shar Wicks | Melissa Fields |
| Bellmere State School, QLD | Carlie Jones | Maureen Maher |
| Berry Street School, VIC | Gregor Mazurczuk | Rachael Coulbourn |
| Beverley District High School, WA | Marie Walker | Aliesha Murray |
| Bidwill Public School, NSW | Matt Porter | Michelle Drage |
| Biraban Public School, NSW | Jane Soorley | Katrina Duncan |
| Biraban Public School, NSW | Sean Lancaster | Allison Pattison & Erin Bellwood |
| Borden Primary School, WA | Michelle Richardson | Viktoria Lance |
| Borden Primary School, WA | Tasma D'Souza | Viktoria Lance |
| Bounty Boulevard State School, QLD | Lynda Gregory | Rone Liebenberg |
| Boyne Island Environmental Education Centre, QLD | Nicole Miles | Michael Gabriel |
| Brabham Primary School, WA | Annette Bolton | Penelope McLean |
| Brisbane Grammar School, QLD | Gabrielle Morris | Michelle Maguire |
| Camooweal State School, QLD | Thelma Anderson | Caron Gabriel |
| Canberra Girls Grammar School, ACT | Shivneel Sharma | Nerida Bennett |
| Cannon Hill State School, QLD | Davida Hillier | Mark Smith |
| Cannon Hill State School, QLD | Loretta Lather | Mark Smith |
| Capricornia School of Distance Education Rockhampton Campus, QLD | Sarah Hicks | Desolee Cowley |
| Cathedral College - Wangaratta, VIC | Joanne Lane | Julia Dielman &Karli Hayes |
| Chairo Christian School, VIC | Lauren Dockary | Rachel Edwards |
| Chairo Christian School, VIC | Johanna Priya Sukantha | Anna Cosio-Maramba |
| Chairo Christian School, VIC | Upeka Lakthejani Herat | Anna Cosio-Maramba |
| Collinsvale Primary School, TAS | Denise Athorn | Nikki Mann, Bec Midson & Lee Anne Kershaw |
| Coomera State Special School, QLD | Kelly Fretwell | Bronte Alleyn |
| Crest Education, VIC | Kirsty Muir | Joanna Wiggs |
| Crest Education, VIC | Christina Van Diepen | Joanna Wiggs |
| Cyril Jackson Senior Campus, WA | Maria Doumas | Bruce Leggett |
| Donald Primary School, VIC | Sara Adams | Tanya McCulloch |
| Forest Lake State High School, QLD | Jorose Popham | Shane Williams |
| Foundation College, VIC | Kelly Goeby | Daniella Maloney |
| Galilee School, ACT | Bronwyn Forsyth | Tim McNevin |
| Gin Gin State School, QLD | Sonia Wochnik | Adam Fritz |
| Gosnells Primary School, WA | Jenny Brown | Michael Everett |
| Granville State School, QLD | Laurie Kruger | Narelle Green |
| Gumdale State School, QLD | Yvonne Snell | Kyla Evison |
| Gunnedah Public School, NSW | Lisa Scott | Donna Austin |
| Gunnedah Public School, NSW | Samantha Bourke | Donna Austin |
| Gunnedah Public School, NSW | Karen Eveleigh | Allyson Hoban |
| Gympie State High School, QLD | Amanda Tomkinson | Damian White |
| Hilliard State School, QLD | Julie Nicol | Leanne Witham |
| Hilliard State School, QLD | Maya Anderson | Tracey Young |
| Hilliard State School, QLD | Jackie Warner | Jo Small |
| Hilliard State School, QLD | Katherine McCartney | Jo Small |
| Hills International College, QLD | Lisa Elvish | Stephanie Johnson |
| Holy Rosary School, WA | Lesley Hodges | Melanie Resuggan |
| Home Hill State High School, QLD | Jo-Anne Lewty | Kym Ogomeni |
| Hudson Park Primary School, WA | Meisha Warren | Astrid Morgan |
| Immanuel Lutheran College, QLD | Maree Gilbert | Katrina Riley |
| Ipswich East State School, QLD | Tanya McDonald | Caitlin Fitzpatrick |
| Kalkie and Avoca State Schools, QLD | Tracey Proctor | Judith Stutchbury |
| Kawungan State School, QLD | Kereann Lindenberg | David Lawton |
| Kedron State High School, QLD | Taleatha Morgan | Zoe Wilson |
| Kin Kora State School, QLD | Natalie Vogler | Rebecca Ord |
| Kings Meadows High School, TAS | Priscilla Chilcott | Kate Hume |
| Kintore Street Special School, NT | Nya Chuol | David Buzzo |
| Kolbe Catholic College, VIC | Damion Lumani | Nikole Cymbalak |
| Kurwongbah State School, QLD | Kerry Cowley | Anne Sanderson |
| Kwoorabup Nature School, WA | Amanda Porter | Sharon Gill |
| Lansdowne Crescent Primary School, TAS | Roanne Perera | Larissa Bernes |
| Lansdowne Crescent Primary School, TAS | Stephanie Shield | Larissa Bernes |
| Lilydale Primary School, VIC | Natalie Fairweather | Ema Ashmore, Michelle Matthews & Andrew Weaver |
| MacGregor State School, QLD | Shu-Ming Tsai | Gary Davey |
| Margaret Jurd College, NSW | Paul Stipack | Kevin O'Connor |
| Marist College Emerald, QLD | Kerri Armstrong | Samantha Walters |
| Maryborough State High School, QLD | Wendy Benson | Bernadette Bryan |
| Mazenod College, VIC | Dennis Leong | Lindsay Ryan |
| Mercy Regional College, VIC | Kerryn Cain | Claire Walsh |
| Mitchelton Special School, QLD | Amelia Gourlay | Leanne Reeves |
| Mitchelton Special School, QLD | Annette Wood | Vanessa Patrick |
| Morayfield State High School, QLD | Gillian Clark | Liz Stuart |
| Morayfield State High School, QLD | Nicole Warry | Sarah Curti |
| Narbethong Special School, QLD | Dale Gray | Catriona Pine |
| Nightcliff Primary School, NT | Lee-Anne Puddey | Ranae Graham |
| North Lakes State College, QLD | Wendy Bugden | David Innes |
| North Lakes State College, QLD | Claire Rolston | David Innes |
| Northern Christian School, TAS | Erin Turner | Kerrie Prentice |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Sharon Walmsley | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Aly Zancolich | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Kayla Davis | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Sian Smith | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Simone Barrett | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Rachel Whitehead | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Samantha Stovin-Bradford | Karen Terry |
| Nowra East Public School,NSW | Tanya Gewohn | Karen Terry |
| Ocean Reef Senior High School, WA | Sharon O'Neil | Jay Morris |
| Ocean Reef Senior High School, WA | Sarah Khoury | Jay Morris |
| OneSchool Global, NSW | Tracy Hallam | Ken Mooney |
| Oxenford State School, QLD | Gaylen Tuckett | Sarah Reed |
| Oxenford State School, QLD | Cheryl Hainberger | Sam Hood |
| Oxenford State School, QLD | Ben Brodrick | Jenna Collins |
| Pacific Gulgangali Jarjums Christian School, NSW | Alkirra McBride | Paula French |
| Para Hills School, SA | Sean Higgins | Thi Vu |
| Red Hill Special School, QLD | Miho Fukumoto | Susan Cassidy |
| Redlynch State College, QLD | Claudia Belcher | David Zhang |
| Samson Primary School, WA | Kelly Brown | Megan Elsbury |
| Shailer Park State High School, QLD | Amy Carpenter | Niraj Vaidya |
| South Bunbury Education Support Centre, WA | Teresa Philp | Kylie Bremner |
| St Andrew's Cathedral School, NSW | Roberta Viant | Tammy Campbell |
| St Brendan's Primary School, NSW | Ronda Judd | Simone Maloney |
| St Edward's Primary School, NSW | Jennifer Maloney | Amanda Sheridan |
| St Helena Secondary College. VIC | Leigh Ellis | Antoinette Hulsen |
| St John's Lutheran School Kingaroy, QLD | Kirsten Canniford | Shelley Murphy |
| St Mary’s Primary School, VIC | Franceen Innes | Stephen O'Shannessy |
| St Michael's College - Merrimac, QLD | Den Gutteridge | Bonn Hatton |
| St Michael's Collegiate School, TAS | Christine Jones | Sandy Rogers |
| St Raphael's Catholic School, NSW | Danielle Hudson | Kristie-Lee Cooley |
| St Raphael's Catholic School, NSW | Lana Doorey | Kristie-Lee Cooley |
| Stretton State College, QLD | Emma Woodward | Emma Webber |
| Stretton State College, QLD | Cassie Chrobak | Emma Webber |
| Stretton State College, QLD | Deb Dunster | Jan Maresca |
| Sunnybank State School, QLD | Louise Booth | Kate Paynter |
| T4 Engagement @ Devonport, TAS | Moene Snyders | Daniel Steven |
| Tambrey Primary School, WA | Michelle Saunders | Michelle Fitzgerald & Portia Old |
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The Aboriginal and Islander Independent School (The Murri School), QLD |
Esme Brown | Rachel Atkinson |
| The Sycamore School, QLD | Nicole Smith | Janine Fisher |
| Treeby Primary School, WA | Joan Saunders | Jasmin Paul |
| Treeby Primary School, WA | Sadia Saif | Lisa Williams |
| Waverley Primary School, TAS | Amanda Colgrave | Katie Wightman |
| Wellington Point State School, QLD | Larissa Stelzl | Sue O'Shea |
| Woodcrest State College, QLD | Sammi Cooper | Steven Lennon |
| Woodford P-10 State School, QLD | Lani Baxter | Bronwyn Raponi |
| Worongary State School, QLD | Larissa Shirreffs | Valissa Bauer |
