THE TEAM
We Teach Well’s Founders, Mission and Values
Hi, I’m Judy.
After many years as a specialist English and History teacher, I took the plunge and am now reading for a PhD focussing on the work of Shakespearean era dramatists. Like all great English teachers, I love learning about literature.
While at university again I have had the opportunity to lecture for the Schools of Humanities and Communication and Creative Arts in courses showcasing Shakespearean Drama and the School of Education in courses for the Bachelor of Education degree. Being involved with initial teacher education has allowed me to apply my years of classroom experience to preparing student teachers for the reality of working in a school.
My study and work at university has enabled me to attend and present at several international conferences. Presenting at conferences and leading workshops for teachers are two of the things I most love doing.
The topics that most enthuse me are Shakespearean era plays and feminist literature and theories.
I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which I live and work, the Keinjan people of the Bundjalung nation, and pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging. As a teacher I recognise the value of traditional Aboriginal education systems and promote increased Aboriginal involvement in education at state and federal level.
Hey, I’m Carolyn.
As a retired specialist English teacher, I now spend most of my time working with other educators to improve the quality of education for students in Australia.
At We Teach Well we believe that by sharing our experiences and knowledge, we can create a stronger network of teachers who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of their students.
I am excited to continue this journey with you and look forward to learning and growing together as educators.
The topics that I can’t shut up about are, decolonising literature and the importance of cultural signifiers in reading comprehension.
I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which I live and work, the Yalukut Weelam Clan of the Boon Wurung, part of the Kulin Nation. I pay my respects to their elders past, present and emerging. As a teacher I recognise the value of traditional Aboriginal education systems and promote increased Aboriginal involvement in education at state and federal level.
Why we do this.
Like you we are passionate about literature and language and the benefit it provides to students in all disciplines. We also know just how busy a teacher’s life gets, and how hard it is to keep up-to-date and find good material to engage and inspire students.
The goal of We Teach Well is to make a teachers’ and school leaders lives easier; to give you the help you need to approach each day with confidence.
We know that when you are tired and overworked and your marking pile seems to be breeding on your desk, your confidence takes a hit. You begin to doubt yourself and the value of what you are doing.
We have all felt this and it is just wrong.
You are magnificent.
Everyday, in the midst of chaos, you are planting seeds that have the power to change our world. We are here to help you do that.
Our mission
- To ensure that all children, no matter where they live, have access to well resourced, supported teachers.
- To promote educational equality through cross-cultural relationships.
- To foster an empowering community of teachers who are constantly expanding the field of literary knowledge.
- To provide the same quality of and access to resources for English and literature teachers regardless of nationality or economics.
We commit to
- Offering exceptional value to teachers.
- Offering accurate, researched and attributed material.
- Being teacher focused and impact driven.
- Being authentic, responsive, consistent and reliable.
- Ethical growth that is sustainable and researched for impact.
We will never
- Create programs which increase inequality.
- Put income above impact.
- Partner with brands who don’t share our values.