Finalists in this category, from L to R: David Henderson, Brigitte McDonald, Judith O’Hearn, Karen Ryce, Caitlin Hanby, Jane Dobson, Gary Turner and Kirsty Gebert
Finalists
Caitlin Hanby, University of Canberra Senior Secondary College, Lake Ginninderra, ACT
Karen Ryce, Emmaus Catholic College, NSW
Judith O'Hearn, Palmerston Senior College, NT
Gary Turner, Maroochydore State High School, QLD
Kirsty Gebert, Nuriootpa High School, SA
Jane Dobson, Claremont College, TAS
Brigitte McDonald, Thomas Carr College, VIC
David Henderson, Rossmoyne Senior High School, WA
Winner of the Australian Secondary Teacher of the Year
David receiving his certificate from Minister Garrett, with AITSL Chair, Anthony Mackay
Video of David shown at the 2011 AITSL Awards
Video of David transcript 34KB RTF
David Henderson, Rossmoyne Senior High School
David Henderson is an exemplary and highly experienced teacher of science and career and enterprise who has had a profoundly positive influence on the learning opportunities for individual students and on the school culture as a whole.
David consistently uses his ability to interact with a diverse range of students, deep knowledge, ongoing research and worldwide networks to create new and challenging learning opportunities – within and beyond the classroom – to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve excellence and fulfil their potential. He continually challenges himself and reflects on his practice to ensure the best possible outcomes for all.
David is an inspirational and positive colleague, mentor and leader within the teaching profession, who has made a sustained contribution through research and curriculum development partnerships to the school and broader education community.