Mrs Charlotte Foster
Year 1 & 2 Executive Teacher
I have been teaching in Canberra for 10 years and love helping and watching students grow and develop with their learning. I really love working at Mawson, we are so lucky to have such a wonderful community of learners. My passion definitely is lower primary teaching, so I am very much looking forward to being part of the Year 1 team. When I am not teaching, I enjoy time where we get away with our camper trailer and discover some lovely parts of Australia.
Charlotte Foster
Email: Charlotte.Foster@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Pooja Syal
1S
I am from India and arrived in Australia in 2013. I have worked as an Early Childhood Teacher for three years. I love reading and cooking. I believe all children are competent, capable and potential learners. I am passionate about creating an inclusive culture in the classroom where all children explore their potential at their own pace.
Pooja Syal
Email: pooja.syal@ed.act.edu.au
Mr Ercole Buonopane
1B
Teaching is my life’s passion, and I have been educating students from all ages across primary school for 13 years. This will be my second year at Mawson Primary. I am looking forward to being part of the Mawson staff and community. I have previously worked at Yarralumla Primary School, teaching the bilingual program as one of the Italian and English teachers. My hobbies and interests are music (guitar), cooking for friends and family and I enjoy spending time at the coast with family, swimming, surfing and walking.
Ercole Buonopane
Email: Ercole.Buonopane@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Sophie Riley
1MIP1 - English Teacher
Hi! My name is Sophie Riley (Miss Riley if you are a student!) and I am very excited to be teaching year one at Mawson Primary School this year. In my classroom, I will support all students with their learning and development in a safe, respectful, caring and fun environment. In my spare time, I enjoy catching up with friends and family, reading a good book, listening to music and going to the beach (when I can!).
Sophie Riley
Email: sophie.riley@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Amy Mann
1MIP2 - Mandarin Teacher
My name is Amy Mann. I have over 10 years of experience in early childhood education, as well as teaching Mandarin in a Canberra language school. I always love a good movie and enjoy many outdoors activities, such as trekking, camping, visiting a beach or kayaking in nearby lakes. Being bilingual, I am passionate about Mawson’s Mandarin Immersion Program. I am eager to share my experiences, learn and grow with my year four classes this year.
Amy Mann
Email: lixue.mann@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Rachael Puric
2P
Teaching has always been a passion of mine, in every facet of my life. I find joy in helping children reach their potential and goals in a fun and safe way. I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and sewing. My favourite place is the beach, where you will find me either in the wave or reading my latest book.
Rachael Puric
Email: Rachael.Puric@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Alicia Brown
2AB
I enjoy reading, maths, and especially the Arts. My aim is to engage students in their learning. My favourite things are coffee, octopi, and all sorts of arts and crafts.
Alicia Brown
Email: Alicia.Brown@ed.act.edu.au
Mr Simon Sher
2MIP1M - English Teacher
My name is Simon Sher and this is my fifth year at Mawson Primary. I come from Melbourne and I am a native Cantonese speaker. It is my passion to teach Mathematics and see students grow in their learning. I enjoy playing basketball, playing with my German shepherd and watching movies.
Simon Sher
Email: simon.sher@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Daisy Ding
2MIP - Mandarin Teacher
I’m from China. I’ve worked in the preschool approximately 4 years in Australia. I am passionate to create an inclusive, safe and respectful classroom to maximize student’s learning. I especially enjoy exploring a range of delicious restaurants, playing basketball, as well as travelling to different places.
Daisy Ding
Email: Daisy.ding@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Karen Bull
Small Group Program - Junior
Hi, I’m a mother of four delightful daughters, a wife to a boisterous musician husband and look after a badly behaved dog whom I love to bits, as well as an adopted mother possum who demands a carrot each night. I love teaching but my very favourite area is teaching phonics and seeing students grow in their reading independence.
Karen Bull
Email: karen.bull@ed.act.edu.au