New Staff for 2025

Nelson Burgess (TAS Teacher) I'm Nelson Burgess, a proud local of the Clarence Valley, and I am thrilled to return as a teacher in this wonderful community. Having experienced McAuley last year as a casual, I am excited to be back, this time working within TAS and Sport. As a local, I feel a deep connection to the community and look forward to imparting knowledge in TAS and Sport and creating lasting connections with students and their families throughout the academic year.
Bec Lane (Teacher Assistant)

I’m Bec Lane, and I have been working as a Teacher's Aide in the Clarence Valley since Term 3, 2021. For the past two years, I have provided small group support for math and literacy to primary-aged students. I grew up in the Clarence Valley and enjoy participating in community events such as Jacaranda. I am currently undertaking a Bachelor of Education K-6 and am passionate about supporting students to become their best selves in an engaging and inclusive environment. I enjoy spending time outdoors and love animals; my greatest love is my dog, Tilly.

I am excited to join the team at McAuley Catholic College and look forward to supporting the students this year.
Zoe Taylor (Maths & PDHPE Teacher)

My name is Zoe and I’m grateful to join the wonderful school community at McAuley. I’m proud to bring expertise in both Mathematics and PDHPE to the classroom. I believe in fostering a fun and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued, included and inspired to reach their full potential.

I place great importance on guiding students to not only excel in their studies, but also to grow in kindness, respect, and faith. I am looking forward to contributing to the sporting, academic and spiritual life at McAuley.
Georgia Instrell (Science Teacher) My name is Georgia and I'm excited to be joining the team at McAuley Catholic College this year, as a Science Teacher. I moved up to Grafton this year from Port Macquarie. As a past student of St Joseph's Regional College, I knew that I wanted to return to the Lismore Diocese. I enjoy the beach, fishing and rugby union. I look forward to bringing my knowledge of the Marine and Environmental Sciences to the school community. I believe in creating lasting  and meaningful connections with students, families and the community. I also believe in creating safe and welcoming spaces where all students can enjoy learning science. As lifelong learners, each and every student should feel inspired and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Lacey Hammond (Teacher Assistant)

I’m Lacey Hammond, proud Clarence Valley local with my big family and our pets. I enjoy being active outdoors, distance running and the gym. My family are active players and volunteers with local and rep basketball, we are usually around a court throughout the week.

I have 6 (or so) years experience in many areas of community and disability support within our beautiful region and a passion for working with people empowering personal goals and encouraging  independence.

I have worked casually at MCC as a TA for nearly a year. McAuley Catholic College is a fun, welcoming and inclusive environment to be a part of. I am so happy to be back this year, continuing to get to know students and supporting them to be the best versions of themselves.

Maddy Cameron Hey, I'm Maddy, and I'm excited to be at MCC this year, working under the DLCSL Undergraduate scholarship program. Having only graduated from MCC last year, I knew I would be in a familiar and warm environment to have this amazing opportunity to start my career journey into teaching, with my end goal of becoming a TAS teacher. Throughout this year, you'll find me working as a TAS assistant once a week, and also doing casual Teacher's Aide work between McAuley and the other catholic primary schools within the Clarence Valley. I look forward to gaining knowledge from our wonderful staff and seeing where life will take me from here!

Stephanie Haines

 I’m Stephanie Haines, and I’m thrilled to be working in the College Office/Administration team this year, Tuesday to Friday, having first worked in the College Office many years ago.  Since then I’ve worked in a variety of roles with different organisations, most recently with TAFE NSW, but I am very excited to be returning to the College, seeing how much it has grown, and I’m looking forward to learning all the new systems, and getting to know staff, students and their families and supporting everyone as much as I can.
Jacob Somers I’m Jacob Somers, and I have just moved from the area of Port Macquarie this year. I graduated from St. Joseph’s Regional College in 2023. I first came to McAuley in 2022 as a student for the LEAD conference. Last year I worked as a Regional Ministry Assistant in Hastings, working with students across 9 schools. I journeyed with the students and accompanied them in their faith. I am so excited to be working at McAuley as the College Youth Minister, to work at the place where my faith flourished, guiding others to live out their faith. I feel called to be a part of the McAuley community and am excited for what it brings.