MEET THE TEAM @ SCSC
Principal Team
Each fortnight we feature mini staff bios to help our community get to know more about the dedicated staff team we have at Surf Coast Secondary College. This week is our Principal team.
Please note: our Assistant Principal Andrew Brown will feature in the next edition.
Tamy Stubley
What Role Do You Have At SCSC?
I am the Acting Principal role at Surf Coast Secondary College this semester. When I am not at Surf Coast, I am the Campus Principal at Williamstown High School. I have been the Campus Principal for the past six years and without a doubt enjoyed every minute of it and now at Surf Coast that energy and excitement has reignited in a special way.
What subjects do you teach?
I teach students and I love to work with young people to challenge and support them. Like many secondary school teachers, we have specific subjects of passion, interest and knowledge. I am no different and I studied at the University of Ballarat to become a Health, Physical Education and Outdoor Education Teacher. Over the years, I have taken every opportunity to enhance, expand and enrich my capacity in not only this realm, but also in Food Technology, Literacy and Inquiry Based Curriculum's.
Why do you love working at SCSC?
I wanted to join and lead the Surf Coast Secondary College community if only for a short period of time because I felt as though I could make a difference and value add to an already very impressive learning community. I love the fact that all staff at the school are providing the opportunities for students to find the best version of themselves.
What did you do before teaching?
In some way, I feel like have never actually left school, rather reinvented my journey through school. I have been teaching and learning in secondary schools for the past twenty two years, seventeen of them in leadership positions. As far back as I can remember I always wanted to be involved in sport and ideally, a PE teacher. My education and tertiary degree, opened so many doors and provided opportunities that were exciting, stimulating and non-restrictive. Without my teaching and education, I would not have been exposed to the leadership development, international work and travel opportunities.
Kathryn O'Neill
What role do you have at SCSC?
I’m an Assistant Principal at SCSC.
What subjects do you teach?
This year I’m teaching Year 12 Psychology.
Why do you love working at SCSC?
SCSC is such a unique place – as Mr. Raidme would say, the vibe is so great and the staff here are amazing. The students are so thoughtful and interesting and I love getting to see them develop into adults over their time at SCSC.
What did you do before teaching?
Lots of different things! I worked as a musician, I did some acting, I worked in a book shop and I worked in a fruit and vegie shop.
Narelle Geary
What role do you have at SCSC?
Acting Assistant Principal – Middle Years
What subjects do you teach?
English, Maths, Humanities, PE
Why do you love working at SCSC?
Without a doubt, the students and staff. SCSC is one of the best schools I have worked at!
What did you do before teaching?
I deferred university for 12 months. I then worked as a waitress and swim teacher during my 5 years of university.
Stacey Colman
What role do you have at SCSC?
I am the College’s Business Manager. As Business Manager, I oversee the management of the College’s finances, human resources, facilities, administration and our wonderful education support team (those with non-teaching roles.)
What do you like about working at SCSC?
The staff, students and other members of the community are fantastic and supportive, which makes it an absolute pleasure to come to work each day. It is wonderful to work in a community where everyone unites to ensure our students have the best educational experiences.
What other professional roles did you have before working at SCSC?
Whilst I have had many varied roles when I was younger, I have been fortunate to work in education for 17 years, an industry I am highly passionate about.