Mrs Charlotte Foster
Year 1 & 2 Executive teacher
It is a real honour to watch children grow and develop in every aspect of their life. Being a teacher allows me to have an impact on the lives of individuals who go out into the world and achieve amazing things. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family, travelling and reading.
Charlotte Foster
Email: Charlotte.Foster@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Lisa McCabe
1MIP English teacher
I am excited to be working on the MIP program for the first time since arriving at Mawson last year. I look forward to watching every student grow and reach their potential in all areas of learning and personal development.
Lisa McCabe
Email: Lisa.mccabe@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Fiona Xu
1MIP1/1MIP2 Mandarin classroom teacher
I am a native Mandarin speaker, and teaching has always been my passion. I began my teaching career in China and have since dedicated myself to helping students develop their language skills and confidence in a supportive and engaging environment. I love sharing the beauty of the Chinese language and culture with students from diverse backgrounds. I believe learning should be meaningful and enjoyable, and I am excited to inspire and support my students on their language-learning journey.
Fiona Xu
Email: fiona.xu@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Pooja Syal
1S Classroom teacher
I am from India. 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 Simon Sher
1SS Classroom teacher
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. In my spare time, I enjoy playing basketball, spending time with my German shepherd and watching movies.
Simon Sher
Email: Simon.Sher@ed.act.edu.au
Mrs Amandeep Kaur
2K Classroom teacher
I believe that every child has unique qualities and strengths. Each child follows their own growth trajectory, and my goal is to build collaborative relationships with families to understand their aspirations for their children. I strive to promote children's development by creating inclusive, engaging, and strength-based environments. In my free time, I enjoy going for walks and reading Punjabi literature.
Amandeep Kaur
Email: AmandeepX.Kaur@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Hailey Liu
2L Classroom Teacher
I’m so happy to be part of the Junior School team and look forward to teaching your children this year. I love creating a safe learning environment where students can take risks, learn from their mistakes, and grow in confidence. Originally from China, I bring a diverse perspective to my teaching. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy exercising and knitting.
Email: Hailey.Liu@ed.act.edu.au
Mr Thomas McKee
2MIP1 English teacher
I’m very excited to be back teaching 2MIP at Mawson! I strive to create an environment where students are comfortable to grow and get smarter in a welcoming environment. I am originally from the United States and I’ve lived and worked in Czechia, Turkey and South Korea. I spend my free time playing basketball and spending time with my family.
Thomas McKee
Email: thomas.mckee@ed.act.edu.au
Miss Fiona Li
2MIP2 Mandarin Teacher
As a native Mandarin speaker, I bring both language expertise and cultural knowledge to my teaching. I am passionate about helping students build confidence in their learning. With a background in psychology, I am committed to creating a supportive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where every student can thrive. Outside of teaching, I enjoy hiking and spending time in nature.
Ms Li
Email: ruobing.li@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Lydia Kepich
Small Group Program 1 teacher
I am originally from the United States but lived and taught in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates for many years before moving to Canberra in 2015. I started teaching in 1998 and have enjoyed working with all primary school year levels over my time in education. My degree, and most of my teaching experience, is in disability education and learning support. In addition to classroom teaching, I have worked as an EAL/D, learning support and literacy specialist. I love learning about students’ strengths and special interests and then using these to improve their areas of development. Outside of school, I enjoy running, bird watching, gardening and spending time with my daughter.
Lydia Kepich
Email: lydia.kepich@ed.act.edu.au
Ms Rinzin Tshering
Small Group Program 2 teacher
I am originally from Bhutan, where I have spent many years working as a teacher, a profession that has always been deeply meaningful to me. I later came to Canberra to pursue my Master of Education Studies, during which I took several gap years that allowed for personal growth and reflection. These experiences strengthened my understanding that teaching is truly my passion and calling. I am excited to be working in a Small Group Program for the first time, as it provides an opportunity to support students closely by building on their strengths and interests in a personalised learning environment. I look forward to growing professionally through this experience while also contributing positively to the students’ learning journeys.