Humans of CUC

I’ve always had a deep love for learning. From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others. Whether it was people or animals, I just wanted to make a difference.

By the end of Year 10, I had my heart set on becoming a veterinary nurse. I enrolled in a Certificate II course at TAFE while completing my HSC. I completed the Certificate and thoroughly enjoyed the work experience, but a little voice in my head was always asking, “What about teaching?”

By the end of Year 11, I was sure. I wanted to become a teacher.

My mum always said I’d make a great teacher. I was bossy, highly organised, and loved colour-coding everything! But it was one of my primary school teachers who inspired me. She had a lasting impact through her encouragement, her knowledge, and the confidence she gave me.

I focused on achieving an ATAR that would open the door to university. In Year 12, I was excited and relieved to receive early entry into a Bachelor of Primary Education close to home. I enrolled without hesitation—and I’ve never looked back.

My first placement truly reaffirmed that teaching is where I’m meant to be. There’s something special about seeing students smile and wave as I walk by, about watching them grow in confidence and experience those lightbulb moments when something finally clicks.

It would be incredibly rewarding to make even one student feel the way my teacher made me feel. Helping students grow, learn, and believe in themselves is what truly motivates me.

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