Beyond the Classroom Australia

Educators Around the World - UKRAINE - Maria Drogomyretska

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 18:58:36 +1000

In this episode, Peta chats with Maria Drogomyretska to learn about the education system and the current situation in Ukraine. Maria has 15 years of experience teaching English in rural schools to secondary and high school students. She is currently teaching remotely from inside Ukraine. Peta and Maria cover topics such as the typical school systems in Ukraine and how it has evolved within the past 3 years of world events. This episode is both inspiring and insightful - you don’t want to miss it!

Educators Around the World - INDIA - Caroline George

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:22:17 +1000

In this episode, Peta chats with Caroline George to learn about the education system in India. Caroline has a BA, a background in Web Design, and has completed a diploma in Montessori Education with more than 7 years of experience teaching. She currently works with an organization called WhiteHat Jr teaching children how to code. In this episode, Caroline shares her personal experiences teaching in India along with the intricacies of the school system in the largest populated country in the world. She covers topics such as benchmarks, spirituality/religion, caste systems, and more in India. Caroline is inspiring and vulnerable in her share - you don’t want to miss this conversation!

Educators Around the World - ITALY - Cristina Amadei

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 00:18:56 +1000

In this episode, Peta chats with Cristina Amadei to hear her inspiring story and learn about the Italian education system. Cristina has been teaching for 38 years and recently decided to follow her passion by retiring from the public school system to tutor/counsel students and help new teachers find their way. In this conversation, she shares the intricacies of the Catholic religion in the Italian school system, the working conditions of teachers, standards of education for students, and more. Cristina is a beautiful and inspiring educator - you don’t want to miss this conversation!

Australian Educator and Advocate, Tanya Williams

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:05:40 +1000

In this episode, Tanya Williams shares relatable and inspiring stories from her time working as an educator for the past 20 years in Queensland, AU. Tanya is passionate about advocating for her student's education and shares conversations on advocacy, leadership, and change in her community. She is motivated to continue growing and learning how to become a leader in education. In this conversation with Peta, Tanya shares relatable stories from her time in education and beyond.

Rural Australian Teacher, Vanessa Alexander

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:17:51 +1000

In this episode, Vanessa Alexander shares inspiring stories from her time working in the rural school system over the past 15 years. Vanessa has experience in the roles of both teacher and principal, along with taking on leadership roles in her education community. She was nominated and recognised for the Classroom Heroes campaign in 2020.

Author of ”7 Doors In”, Beth Deacon - Beyond The Classroom Australia

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 10:56:22 +1000

Beth Deacon is widely known for her 28 years of service as a teacher in both public schools and a maximum-security prison. This episode is an exploration of her unique experience and life lessons along the way. Beth also shares about her book and upcoming film, “7 Doors In”.