Meet The Teachers
We’re very excited to meet you!
At the top of the list when measuring the quality of a school has to be the quality of the teaching staff. We are beyond fortunate to have a team of teachers truly dedicated to positive outcomes for all children.
Meet our teachers below!
Administration & Management

Jason Micallef
Principal
I am extremely privileged to be the Principal at St. Kevin’s and love working alongside our families and staff to support all our amazing children.
My passions outside of school are family (father of three!), motorcycling and supporting the mighty Magpies!

Andrew Butler
Deputy Principal - Head of Operations & Community Engagement
Hello everyone, my name is Andrew Butler and I’m one of the Deputy Principals here at St Kevins; such a vibrant and family orientated school! The students and staff are the heart of our school and we greatly value our relationships and connections. My passions include life in the great outdoors, gardening, mountain bike riding, reading and generally staying fit. I love holidays with my family and having some fun every day!

Rebecca Gage
Deputy Principal - Head of Learning & Teaching
Developing independence, responsibility and confidence in my senior students whilst being part of a truly welcoming community is what I love about working at St Kevin’s. Outside of school, I love travelling with my family and staying fit.

Trish Cale
Administration Officer
I am the first person to greet you with a smiling face at St Kevin’s. My role encompasses many hats. I love interacting with our families and students, from Enrolments, fees, newsletters, sick bay and many more. Out of school I love spending time with my children, husband and friends.

Michelle Grayson
Business Manager
Hello and Welcome! My name is Michelle, but please call me Chelle (just like all the kids do.) I love every second of working at St Kevin’s. I get to meet, help, assist so many parents, children and of course staff friends. I proudly call this place my second home.
Curriculum Leadership

Mrs Hettiarachchi
Religious Education Leader
I am so privileged to be part of our wonderful St Kevin’s family. As the Religious Education Leader, I am excited to share my skills and talents to enrich our school community with the Gospel values.
In my leisure time, I enjoy reading, listening to podcasts, and spending time with my family.

Mrs de Reus
Literacy Leader
I love that literacy opens a new world for students. It allows them to dream, question, challenge and explore. I get to share my love of literacy and books with them. Shared experiences build relationships. How lucky am I that I get to do that everyday?

Mrs McMaster
Mathematics Leader
I am the School Maths Leader and I am passionate about the teaching of Mathematics. I support the teachers to plan and deliver Maths activities that engage all our students.
When I am not at school, I enjoy time with family, walking my dog along the beach, bike riding and catching up with friends.
Intervention Team

Mrs Cardamone
Support Teacher
I love being part of a dynamic, vibrant, caring and energetic staff. We all share our talents and expert skills to help each student be the best learner they can be. St.Kevin’s is truly a family.
Something I love doing is spending time outdoors with my son.

Miss Rowlands
Support Teacher
St. Kevin’s is a special place. I am lucky enough to work alongside amazing educators who go above and beyond to plan engaging, contemporary and relevant learning experiences for our students.
Outside of school you will find me spending time with my family, travelling and barracking for my mighty magpies.

Mrs de Reus
Support Teacher
I love that literacy opens a new world for students. It allows them to dream, question, challenge and explore. I get to share my love of literacy and books with them. Shared experiences build relationships. How lucky am I that I get to do that everyday?

Mrs Castillo
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher & Support Teacher
I began teaching at St. Kevin’s in 2002. Since then I have held many positions such as Junior Classroom teacher, Junior Library teacher, Visual Arts teacher and now Middle school teacher and Numeracy Intervention teacher. I am passionate about teaching and helping students to achieve their goals.

Mrs Kydas
Support Teacher
A true ‘people person’ who has a passion for teaching and life. I am authentic and always strive to encourage students to become the ‘very best they can be’, academically, physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. My authenticity has enabled me to build strong connections and positive relationships with my peers and the broader St. Kevin’s community. I represent the school and the teaching profession in the community.

Mrs Meechan
Support Teacher
The community of St Kevin’s Primary school is my extended family. The staff are caring of each other, celebrating achievements and consoling in times of trouble. Each and every student is nurtured to be the best learner they can be. It has been an honour to see the students develop over their seven years with us and to be blessed with return visits when they leave.

Mrs Murray
Support Teacher
Coming Soon
Student Wellbeing Team

Mrs Broadhurst
Student Wellbeing Leader
I love working with our students and getting to know them individually – for who they are, the talents they bring and the goals we set together to further their learning and confidence in themselves.
I love keeping active and being outdoors with my family.

Miss Bruhin
Learning Diversity Leader
As Student Wellbeing Leader, I love working with the students. Every day is different and I enjoy the interactions I have with students across the school. In my Learning Diversity role I support teachers to develop differentiated learning programs.
Outside school I love to exercise and try incorporating mindfulness daily.

Mrs M
Mental Health in Primary Schools Leader

Mrs Newstead
Chaplain
Prep Teachers

Mrs Petkovic
Prep Classroom Teacher & Learning & Teaching Leader
I love being part of a school that welcomes everyone into our school community. Everyone is supported to learn and flourish in a collaborative environment.
I enjoy spending time relaxing with my family, reading and playing with our pets

Mrs Talia
Prep Classroom Teacher
I love that our school is made up of many cultures. The staff are supportive and continually encourage me to be best educator that I can possibly be.
Outside the school setting, I love traveling around the world and exploring the many cultures that our world has to offer.

Mrs Nasrawi
Prep Classroom Teacher
I am blessed to be a part of such a warm and welcoming family at St Kevins. What I love the most is the constant support from staff and uniqueness of students who bring joy and enthusiasm to the classroom. Outside of school I love to cook, go to church, spend time with my family and friends and explore the world around us.

Mrs Borthwick
Prep Classroom Teacher & Choir Leader
St.Kevin’s is my family. I am fortunate to work in a dynamic team who are passionately invested in the development of the whole child.
When I am not at school, I love to sing. As a Choir Leader, I am grateful to share my love for music with our students.

Mrs Luna
Prep Classroom Teacher & Indonesian Teacher
Working at St. Kevin’s feels like being part of a family.
I love teaching the Preps and Juniors Indonesian. They are such sponges, always eager to learn new words, phrases and songs.
Outside of school, I love going on adventures with my family, visiting waterfalls and going on walks.

Mrs Blake
Prep Classroom Teacher
I love that our school is so enthusiastic about our students and their learning. I love that our students get to experience the joy and love in all aspects of our faith community. Lastly I love all of our wonderful and amazing staff, we are one big family.
Year 1 & 2 Teachers

Mrs Mastroianni
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher and 1/2 Learning & Teaching Leader
I feel incredibly privileged to be a part of such a vibrant and welcoming school community at St Kevin’s. Teaching is one of the most valuable gifts we can offer to others, as it allows me to focus on the spiritual, academic and social growth of my students. I build meaningful relationships with each child through love, empathy and kindness. Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my family, going for walks, reading, listening to podcasts, practising Pilates, and watching football-especially when Hawthorn is playing.

Mrs Belloso
Yr 1 Classroom Teacher
I feel truly blessed to be part of the St Kevin’s community, where warmth, inclusivity, and a strong sense of belonging thrive. As an educator, I find great joy in shaping young minds and guiding their learning journey. It’s incredibly rewarding to share my knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and learn alongside the children as I witness their growth and development. Beyond school, you’ll often find me cheering the mighty Magpies! I also love reading, cooking, and spending quality time with my wonderful family and friends.

Mrs Lo Rosso
Yr 1 Classroom Teacher
Hi! I’m Mirella! In my spare time I enjoy baking delicious treats and reading.
I absolutely love teaching at St. Kevin’s! It is a very warm, friendly and welcoming community. The best learning practice happens in inviting, engaging classrooms; taught by very committed, caring and enthusiastic teachers.

Mrs Hogan
Yr 1 Classroom Teacher
I feel extremely blessed to be joining the St Kevin’s community this year. From the moment I entered the school, I was deeply impressed by how welcoming, kind and respectful the staff and students are. The teachers and LSOs create inclusive and supportive learning environments where every child is encouraged to succeed. I firmly believe that students learn best and achieve the highest outcomes when they feel safe, supported and cared for. On the weekends, I love spending quality time with my husband and our two cheeky sausage dogs!

Mrs Hettiarachchi
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher
What I love most about being a part of St Kevin’s is having the opportunity to make a positive impact on our young learners and helping them to flourish in all facets of school life. Outside school, I am passionate about fitness, enjoy nature and spending time with my family.

Mrs D’Monte
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher
Hello, I’ve been a part of the St Kevin’s community for the past 20 years and love the enthusiasm and eagerness displayed by our students.The focus is on whole child development and this, sets them up to continue to excel and achieve as future citizens of the world.

Mrs Wallace
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher
I am delighted to be a member of the amazing staff of St Kevin’s. Everyone is so welcoming, kind and supportive. For many years it has been my passion to be the best teacher I can be so I can help my students achieve their goals in life. Outside of school, I love to snow-ski, go to the gym and the beach with my husband and two children. I also love to read, watch movies and solve the Wordle puzzle each day.

Mrs Eades
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher & Visual Arts teacher
Coming Soon

Ms Sly
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher
I absolutely love the atmosphere at St Kevin’s. We work hard but have fun along the way. We do this with pride. We are one big family. I am proud to be apart of a motivating and fun-loving crew. Outside of school I love to have a laugh with friends.
Year 3 & 4 Teachers

Mr Clement
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher and Learning & Teaching Leader
I am excited to be joining the St Kevin’s Hampton Park community. I can already feel a strong sense of collaboration in the staffroom, and I have been welcomed with open arms. The students are some of the most respectful I have taught and I look forward to coming to work each day. My passion lies in ensuring all students reach their full potential in school and life. Away from school, I enjoy walks with my family, travelling, joining in with my 3 sons and their hobbies, and going to the gym.

Mrs Micallef
Yr 3 Classroom Teacher
Hi there! I’m Elisabetta. Education excites me, challenges me, energises me, enriches me, and fulfils me. My greatest leader and mentor is Christ, and I find His presence in the community I’m a part of at St. Kevin’s—a place where we can all grow and flourish together.
Outside of school, I’m passionate about my family, cooking up a storm, shoes, having fun, and cheering on the mighty Magpies. I’m thrilled to connect with you and share in this journey of learning and growth!

Mrs Bent
Yr 3 Classroom Teacher
It’s a privilege working with the St Kevin’s community, where everyone has a strong sense of belonging. I love sharing my knowledge, learning from the children and watching them grow from strength to strength.

Miss Poon
Yr 3 Classroom Teacher
Coming Soon.

Mrs Castillo
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher
I began teaching at St. Kevin’s in 2002. Since then I have held many positions such as Junior Classroom teacher, Junior Library teacher, Visual Arts teacher and now Middle school teacher and Numeracy Intervention teacher. I am passionate about teaching and helping students to achieve their goals.

Miss Rullo
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher
I am very grateful to have begun my teaching career here at St. Kevin’s. The staff are incredibly supportive, and the school environment provides all students the confidence and opportunity to grow and thrive. I value the importance of being positive and having a growth mindset to flourish in the classroom.
In my spare time I like to attend sporting matches, and go out for dinner with friends.

Mrs Iturbe
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher
I feel very fortunate to join St. Kevin’s and be a part of such a wonderful learning community. Not only are the staff supportive and welcoming, but their genuine care for every student and their passion for providing the best learning opportunities is truly inspiring. Building connections with students, guiding their learning journey and watching them progress, is the best part of my job. I am so grateful that I get to do this with all the beautiful students at St.Kevin’s.
Outside of school, I love reading, eating (trying different cuisines) and spending time with my husband and three children.

Mrs Williams
Yr 4 Classroom Teacher
I’ve been very fortunate to be part of St Kevin’s school for nearly 20 years. The school community is very welcoming to all and I am privileged to say it has become part of my extended family. When I’m not at school I enjoy either travelling with my husband, trying to stay fit through a variety of walks and gym sessions, helping out with my grandchildren, enjoying socialising and relaxing with a good book.
Year 5 & 6 Teachers

Mrs Bennett
Yr 6 Classroom Teacher and Learning & Teaching Leader
I am thrilled to be a part of the St. Kevin’s community and work with a friendly group of staff, students, and families. As a teacher, I enjoy challenging my students and supporting them to move out of their comfort zone, but also having fun and laughs. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

Mrs D'Monte
Yr 5 Classroom Teacher
Hello, I’ve been a part of the St Kevin’s community for over 20 years and love the enthusiasm and eagerness displayed by our students. The focus is on whole child development and this, sets them up to continue to excel and achieve as future citizens of the world.

Mrs Timothy
Yr 5 Classroom Teacher
I feel so fortunate that I get to be a teacher at St Kevin’s and help shape the future generation. There is nothing better than watching a child have that ‘ah moment’ when something just clicks and they make a connection. In my spare time I love to visit the beach, read and go on adventures with my two children.

Mrs Hickcox
Yr 5 Classroom Teacher
I have been made to feel very welcome by all staff, students and their families. After almost a decade in teaching it is wonderful to be part of such a warm and vibrant school community. I am a mother to three young children and my oldest is just beginning his own school journey starting in Prep this year. Outside of teaching, I enjoy reading spending time with my family.

Mr Crozier
Yr 6 Classroom Teacher

Miss Chong
Yr 6 Classroom Teacher & Indonesian Teacher
Coming Soon

Mr Thiessens
Yr 6 Classroom Teacher
I’ve been teaching since 2009, with experience in Performing Arts, Physical Education, and senior primary education. I believe in a data-driven approach to teaching, using insights to tailor learning experiences that help every student succeed. Just as important to me is building strong connections with my students—because learning happens best when we feel supported and engaged. Outside of school, I’m a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, coach freestyle wrestling, and enjoy playing guitar. Most of all, I love spending time with my wife and son.
Specialised Teachers

Ms Donald
Physical Education
I love working at St. Kevin’s because every single person is extremely supportive. Outside of school you will find me exercising, running marathons or completing obstacle courses. My family runs the Muddy Hell obstacle course for kids most school holidays.

Mrs Brobyn
Physical Education
I love teaching Junior PE, seeing students thrive in their teamwork and sports skills. Outside of that, I enjoy Latin and Ballroom dancing, beach activities, bush walks, and adventures with my young children exploring Victoria. Go Liverpool FC and the Mighty Bombers!!!

Ms Chong
Yr 6 Classroom Teacher & Indonesian Teacher
It is such an honour to be able to fulfil my dream of being a language teacher at St Kevin’s, where I’ve been made to feel at home by both staff and students alike from the very start. I constantly strive to make learning Indonesian as fun, engaging and practical as possible. Outside of school, I spend my time mastering other languages like Japanese, Korean and Russian.

Mrs Luna
Prep Classroom Teacher & Indonesian Teacher
Working at St. Kevin’s feels like being part of a family.
I love teaching the Preps and Juniors Indonesian. They are such sponges, always eager to learn new words, phrases and songs.
Outside of school, I love going on adventures with my family, visiting waterfalls and going on walks.

Mrs Szabo
Performing Arts Specialist
Being the Performing Arts specialist is very exciting. I get to teach my three loves: dance, drama and music. I started dancing and learning the piano at the age of six. I have been involved in several amateur musicals and many dance concerts. Nowadays I attend Zumba classes.

Mrs Galway
Visual Arts Teacher
Teaching children how to be mindfully creative is my passion. I love sharing ideas and giving my children the opportunity to create their masterpieces while building confidence in themselves and their creativity! Outside of school I host mindful art classes for adults and children.

Mrs Eades
Yr 2 Classroom Teacher & Visual Arts Teacher
Coming Soon

Mrs Bonato
Critical & Creative Thinking Teacher
A vibrant, hard working community demonstrating dedication and commitment for all students, understanding that each student is diverse. This is considered in teams when planning, to maximise learning for each individual, while staff support one another.
Away from school, I enjoy catching up with family and friends over a cuppa.

Ms Vallina
Library Technician
It’s a privilege working in the library. I love reading books and my highlight is to see that same appreciation and excitement showed from the students when they come to borrow a book of their choice. Apart from reading books I love everything knitting and crafts.
Classroom Support Assistants

Cathy Allender
Learning Support Officer
I love working with all the children in the classroom environment and helping with their outdoor activities as well.
I love to read, garden, crochet, sew, go for walks and play tennis.

Judie Cachart
Learning Support Officer
I love working at St.Kevin’s as it reflects the practice of our Faith. The caring and nurturing of each individual child’s learning is evident everyday.
I am blessed to be part of St Kevin’s Community. The strong leadership and teamwork amongst staff makes it a place to be in.

Elizabeth Daniel
Learning Support Officer
As a learning support officer I love everything I do at our school especially the little groups that we do in literacy, mathematics, social skills etc. it’s such a blessing to work with them everyday. I love to cook and I enjoy making homemade traditional food and snacks.

Heloise Lazarus
Learning Support Officer
I love working with children and find it rewarding knowing that I can make a difference in their lives.
I work with inspirational leaders and educators who share a common vision being the social, emotional and academic growth of all students in our care.
I enjoy making decorations and travelling.

Cressy Morais
Learning Support Officer
My name is Cressy and I have been providing support to our Prep Level since 2011. I enjoy being part of a warm, friendly and exciting school community. It’s always buzzing with activity!
In my free time, I love travelling with my family, gardening and going for walks.

Lisa Longley
Learning Support Officer
Working at St Kevin’s is like being part of a large and extended family. The staff are wonderful to work with and very dedicated. The children we work with are delightful and we all turn up each day because of them. My interests are family, art, books,gardening, decorating & walking.

Carol Sugirth
Learning Support Officer
I love the way students and teachers alike greet each other with a beautiful smile and a warm heart. I am grateful for the opportunity to support teachers in enabling a student to become a whole person.
I love gardening – especially growing vegetables – aubergines, pumpkins, herbs and chillies.

Sarah Fry
Learning Support Officer
Hello everyone, I’m Sarah and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to work at a school like St Kevin’s where I feel most welcomed by all. My connection and passion for education is very strong and I look forward to teaching and learning in such a rewarding environment with all staff, students, and families involved. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my friends and family. I also enjoy reading, music, travelling, and attending AFL games.

Rosie Andronis
Learning Support Officer
As a Learning Support Officer helping children gain confidence in their learning whilst supporting and encouraging them along the way to achieving their goals brings me great joy. When I am not in the classroom I enjoy spending time with my family and cooking with my four children.

Marissa Marcoulli
Learning Support Officer
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Anne Wijeyeratne
Learning Support Officer
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Chanchi Pallage
Learning Support Officer
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Parminder Dhillon
Learning Support Officer

Vathsala Thananchayan
Learning Support Officer

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