My professional life has been committed to the education and care of children and adults. Over 35 years I have been an Educator, Director, Trainer Assessor, Resource and Development Manager and a text book writer.

I'm passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals, to expand their interests and support their personal and professional growth. I strongly believe that active, hands-on learning creates lasting effects.
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Bee-caring is an interest that has given me a stronger link to the natural world. As I've learnt more about these creatures I have become more and more interested in how they:

• link to our human world
• work together in harmony
• provide health and wellbeing benefits
• encourage us to problem solve
• challenge us to trust each other and them. 

                                                          Qualifications & experience

• Over 35 years working as an Educator, Director, Trainer Assessor, Resource and Develop Manager and text book writer. 
• Bachelor of Education (Adult Education and Training).
• Provide guest speaking and educational programs for Werribeeks Bee Club.
• Experience caring for bees since 2019.
• Current Teacher at Victoria University.
• Hold current Certificate in Biosecurity for Beekeepers.
• Hold current Certificate - Introduction to Varroa Management.
• Completed Varroa Specialist classes with AgVic/VCC and continue education to maintain this knowledge.
• Member of Victorian Apiarist Association (VAA).
• Member of Werribeeks Bee Club.
• Run Beginner Circle at Werribeeks Bee Club.
• Advanced Diploma of Children’s Services.
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Diploma of School Age Education and Care.

With experience in teaching and supporting adults, my pedagogy draws on a range of approaches, each adapted to the individuals, groups and teams I work with. I hold a strong belief that individuals and groups enjoy sharing active learning experiences and remember this learning into the future.

Bee-carers

Since 2019 I have become familiar with traditional langstroth hives, Flow hives and horizontal hives.
My bee-caring approach means that my strategies are flexible to each colony and the goals of their own bee-carers - those with one, two or three hives. It is important to me that a bee-carer expands their interests past honey making so gaining a sense of exploration, relaxation and wonder.
In line with this, I provide access to a Varroa Controller. This chemical free varroa management method uses heat as a mechanical control. See more on my Varroa Controller service page or information in my links page. 

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