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Our teaching team combines specialist qualifications with genuine passion for international education. Every teacher at JPIC is dedicated to helping students build confidence in English, develop strong academic foundations, and prepare for success in mainstream Australian schooling.
With small class sizes and personalised attention, our teachers get to know each student individually — adapting their approach to meet diverse learning needs and cultural backgrounds.
Teacher Leadership Team
David Ferguson
Deputy Principal of International & Accommodation
David oversees the learning and teaching framework across JPIC's international programs, ensuring curriculum delivery meets both Australian standards and the unique needs of students from non-English speaking backgrounds. His focus on data-driven student progress tracking and differentiated instruction helps teachers tailor their approach so every learner can build confidence and achieve measurable academic growth.
Rebecca Gallagher
Head of John Paul International College
Rebecca shapes the academic direction of JPIC's teaching programs, working closely with teachers to develop engaging, scaffolded lessons that bridge the gap between English language acquisition and mainstream subject mastery. Her hands-on approach to curriculum design and teacher mentoring ensures students receive consistent, high-quality instruction from their first day through to successful transition into mainstream classes.
High School Preparation Teachers
Sharon Payne
High School Preparation Teacher
Vanessa Wong
High School Preparation Teacher
Rachael Hope
High School Preparation Teacher
Jenene Cooper
High School Preparation Teacher
Mary Gabriel-Kavalieratos
High School Preparation Teacher
Specialist Teachers
Michael O'Keeffe
Health & Physical Education Teacher
Liz Pynor
Mathematics Teacher