Kylie Lipscombe

Kylie Lipscombe, formerly a classroom teacher, has fulfilled a range of roles all focusing on teaching and learning and building teacher capacity across both primary and secondary, public and Catholic schools.  These include regional literacy coach and project officer, assistant principal, educational consultant and currently lecturer/tutor at the University of Wollongong.

 Her research, academic study and practice focus on the implementation of training programs and networks, coaching and facilitation in schools on building school capacity.  She has developed state and regional professional learning programs and is an experienced facilitator. She has a clear understanding of the link between student learning, teacher practice and results and has worked extensively with schools to build collective inquiry and collaboration amongst teams.  Kylie recently completed her Masters thesis on Professional Learning Communities and possesses a deep of knowledge, understanding and practical application in this area.