Meet the Principal with Paul Humble | Season 4 Episode 5

Meet the Principal with Paul Humble | Season 4 Episode 5 A Journey of Leadership, Consistency, and Compassion

In Season 4, Episode 5, we are honoured to be joined by Paul Humble, the Principal of St Mary and St Mina's Coptic Orthodox College in Sydney. Rob and Chris sit down with Paul to discuss his remarkable journey into education, and the invaluable lessons he has learned along the way. Paul shares how a chance encounter with a book at a bus stop led him to a career he is deeply passionate about. From his first teaching role in a difficult but rewarding Western Sydney school to his experiences in rural education, Paul's story is a testament to the power of consistent leadership and genuine relationships, and how varied a career in education can be.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone in education - teachers, parents or even students - with Paul's great insights on:

• The Unconventional Path to Leadership: Paul shares his journey from a variety of jobs to discovering his passion for teaching and how his diverse experiences shaped his approach to leadership.
• The Power of Consistency: Discover why being "the adult in the room" and maintaining a consistent, supportive presence is the key to building trust with both students and staff and your school community.
• Nurturing Your Young Teachers: Paul reveals the tell-tale signs of teacher burnout and offers advice on how school leaders can proactively support their junior staff to ensure they thrive, not just survive.
• The Best Advice for Teachers: Learn the single most important piece of advice Paul ever received from his mentor about being a teacher.
• A Parent's Guide to Choosing a School: Gain valuable insights from a principal's perspective on what parents should consider when choosing the right educational environment for their child.

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Robert Naumoski and Christopher Kalodikis have over 20 years of teaching experience. Rob teaches Mathematics and is the founder of The Coaching College and owner of Ultimate Defence Academy. Chris teaches Computing and is the founder of Maximum Education.

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