World Teachers’ Day at Cathedral
From the Classroom to the Community — Celebrating the Teachers Who Plant the Seeds of Tomorrow
At The Cathedral School, we believe that teaching is more than a profession — it’s a calling. Every lesson taught, every moment of encouragement, and every spark of curiosity nurtured becomes a seed that continues to grow long after a student leaves the classroom.
Like the grand raintrees that stand tall on our campus, a teacher’s influence is enduring. Their care and guidance shape not just students, but families, communities, and the world beyond.
This World Teachers’ Day, we honour the incredible educators who dedicate their lives to helping young people grow in knowledge, character, and confidence.
Stories from our Teachers
Hear from our teachers in their own words:
- What inspired them to become educators
- The joy they find in teaching
- An inspirational message they’d like to share with the next generation
Their stories remind us that the impact of a great teacher never stops growing.
‘See the whole child – stand in their corner.’
Jillian Finter
Junior School Teacher
‘Everyone has a profession. Teachers create them all.’
Harrison Farrell
Middle School / Senior School Teacher
‘The greatest reward in teaching is helping students see what they are capable of.’
Narelle Hislop
Middle/Senior School Teacher
‘A great teacher’s impact endures for a lifetime.’
Rebecca Smith
Head of Science
‘One student’s spark can ignite a world of change.’
Brenton Place
Middle School / Senior School Teacher
‘A teacher’s influence extends far beyond the classroom.’
Sharron Waterson
Teacher Aide
‘To teach is to shape minds, and futures, forever.’
Aidan Myles
Junior School Teacher
‘My student’s impact on the world is the true reward of teaching.’
Jenna Dann
Middle/Senior School Teacher
Join our teaching community
Interested in teaching at Cathedral? Visit our Employment page to explore current opportunities, or email your CV to hr@cathedral.qld.edu.au.
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Inquisitive minds. Kind hearts. Purposeful futures.
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