Caring and Expert Educators

At Bethany, our greatest strength is our people. We are blessed with a team of passionate, skilled, and deeply caring educators who are committed to the growth, wellbeing, and success of every child. Our staff don’t just teach—they nurture, encourage, and walk alongside each student with love, purpose, and professionalism.

From the moment a child walks through our gates, they are welcomed and known by name—not just in their own classroom, but by staff across the school. This culture of connection is intentional. It reflects our belief that when children feel seen and valued, they are more open to learning, building friendships, and growing in confidence.

Our educators are committed to personalised, high-quality learning. They use student data intentionally to tailor learning experiences that meet each child where they are and support them to move forward. One of the ways we do this is through feedforward—timely, proactive feedback that gives students clear steps for improvement before they complete assessments. This approach builds confidence, ownership, and a mindset for growth.

Teaching at Bethany is engaging, creative, and responsive. Our educators design learning experiences that spark curiosity while ensuring strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and inquiry. Team teaching also takes place where appropriate, allowing staff to collaborate, share expertise, and model effective teamwork for students.

To support personalised learning in every classroom:

• From Prep to Year 3, each class is supported by a dedicated learning assistant, working alongside the teacher to support students in small groups or one-on-one.

• In Years 4 to 6, a learning assistant is shared across each year level, providing flexible, needs-based support in literacy, numeracy, and across the curriculum.

We also recognise that to care for our students well, we must care for our staff too. The wellbeing of our educators is a top priority. We use the THRIVE Wellbeing Framework, based on the work of ARACY, to support the ongoing health, connection, and growth of our team throughout the year. Our staff feel seen, supported, and valued—because they are.

Professional growth is a key part of life at Bethany. Across the year, our staff engage in over 150 hours of professional learning, keeping them energised, equipped, and informed by current research and best practice. They work closely with our Director of Learning and Director of Personalisation to plan high-quality units aligned with Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum, ensuring learning is purposeful, inclusive, and future-focused.

At Bethany, teaching is a calling. Our educators bring not only expertise to the classroom, but heart. Together, they create a safe and inspiring environment where every child is known, challenged, and celebrated.