Resume

John Sorby – outrigging class coordinator for 2022

Why I love to teach

Teaching in this volunteer capacity contributes to the community. The outrigging experience provides an opportunity for students/ participants to be on the water in Newcastle and appreciate the working harbor from a different viewpoint while having some fun.

My experience

Member of Newcastle Outrigger Canoe Club since 2016.

9 years full time teacher of Surveying and Civil Engineering – Hunter Institute TAFENSW. Additional 5 -6 years part time teacher.

Surf Lifesaving instruction – First Aid & Bronze Medallion

My teaching style

Encourage learning through participation and enquiry.

Something unique/interesting about me

I have always enjoyed being on the water – sailing, surfing for 47 years, surf lifesaving and now outriggers. I also enjoy art.

My qualifications

B. Surveying (Hons) (UoN 1988); Registered Land Surveyor

Grad Dip Technical Education (UTS 1995)

B. Fine Art (UoN 2006); Master of Arts (RMIT 2008)