World Teachers Day on October 30 is an opportunity to recognise our educators who play a vital role in helping students evolve into important contributors to their community.
Identical twin sisters, Katrina Walker and Bec Toohey, are both teachers at Carinity Education Rockhampton.
For Katrina, teaching at the school for the past six years has been a challenge that she finds rewarding and worthwhile.
“I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of teaching and learning about people and understanding their journey,” Katrina said.
“Knowing that students only have a limited amount of time at school, we must support them into growing into capable and respectful adults.
“It’s amazing to hear students talk about how their schooling journey previous to attending Carinity had been so difficult – and how their attitude towards education has transformed to appreciation and belief in their ability to achieve success.”
Describing her teaching style as “flexible, adaptable and active”, Bec was drawn to work at Carinity Education Rockhampton this year because of the opportunities young people have to thrive in a special assistance school environment.
“I like the way the school is set up to support students’ needs and wellbeing first. It gives all staff the opportunity to build a positive rapport with students,” Bec said.
“I enjoy seeing the students every day, having a chat with them, watching them get past bad days, and trying new things.
“The students surprise you every day. I hope that they realise that they will achieve great things by turning up and trying hard things often.”