Meet Our Team

At Loxton Lutheran School we have a passionate and dedicated staff. We are blessed with a staff team that displays a rich set of experiences and gifts, who offer strong collegial support to each other, with a shared commitment to the development and general wellbeing of students.

Meet our Educators

We asked our wonderful and commited staff why they love working at Loxton Lutheran School, and what they are passionate about
outside of the school.

Leadership Staff

Brad Williams

Brad Williams

Principal


Why do you love working at LLS?
Educators and parents are genuinely working in partnership to improve learning and wellbeing outcomes for students in our Christian context.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Family, friends, fishing, football & golf.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Corrina Smart

Corrina Smart

Early Learning Centre Director


Why do you love working at LLS?

The professional and collaborative environment and supportive colleagues and families.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with family and friends.
I love being on or near the river.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Sarah Kruschel

Sarah Kruschel

Business Manager

Why do you love working at LLS?
The sense of community we have here is special. I also enjoy the interaction with families & supportive colleagues.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Camping, fishing, family time & travel

Days worked:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

Abbey James

Abbey James

Student Support Leader


Why do you love working at LLS?
I really enjoy getting to know the students & seeing them learn & grow. Each student has incredible value & gifts, and I’m blessed to be a part of their journey. I’m grateful for the team environment & working together with staff, students & parents.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I like catching up with friends, playing hockey, Bible study, watching Bluey and keeping active.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Tricia Wright

Tricia Wright

Instructional Leader


Why do you love working at LLS?

The staff, students & families create such a family feel. I believe it is the people that make our school such a wonderful place.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I love spending time with my family & friends, visiting the river or the beach, playing or watching sports & reading a good book.

Days worked:
Tuesday – Thursday

Andrea Athanasopoulos

Andrea Athanasopoulos

Mission & Ministry and Maths Leader


Why do you love working at LLS?

The students! They fill my day with creativity, love, imagination, determination, mischief & laughter, and they give me so many different reasons to be proud of them

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with my family & friends, shopping, Netflix & good coffee.

Days worked:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday

Teaching Staff

Rebecca Bullock

Rebecca Bullock

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?

Our Christian values and how they
are woven into our daily life at school.  I also enjoy the community feel we have here.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Family time and kayaking.


Days worked:

Monday – Friday

Leonie Sheffield

Leonie Sheffield

Teacher

Why do you love working at LLS?
Seeing God’s love & grace flow in & through our school community, as we work together with our students & their families.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Enjoying God’s many blessings, especially my family & friends, our beautiful river, cooking & gardening.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Jamie Clarke

Jamie Clarke

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
The community feel. I love working with such supportive colleagues and families. I enjoy seeing the students smile and helping them develop a love for learning.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I like playing basketball, listening to music, going to the beach and spending time with my friends, family and dog.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Renee Fielke

Renee Fielke

Teacher

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the interactions with families and seeing children flourish once they start school here.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with my family and pottering around in my garden.

Days worked:
Monday – Wednesday

Lewanna Hampel

Lewanna Hampel

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the community feeling at LLS, an environment where everyone is willing to help, and embrace new programs.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I enjoy netball, basketball, reading and watching movies.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Joanne Hondow

Joanne Hondow

Teacher

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the feeling I get when I walk into LLS. We are like one big family/community.”

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I enjoy spending time on the river with my family & friends. I like playing sport, especially basketball, netball & tennis. I also enjoy Home and Away & chocolate.

Days worked:
Monday – Wednesday

Mikaela Kelly

Mikaela Kelly

Teacher

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love working at LLS because of the strong sense of community. I also feel blessed to teach such a beautiful bunch of students.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I am passionate about my fitness and enjoy watching sport.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Karl Klose

Karl Klose

STEM Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
It is a place abounding in God’s love and grace. It is such a privilege to share the good news of Jesus’ love with children and families.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Port Adelaide Footy Club, red wine and cheese. Travelling to new destinations, time with family, The Aussie Cricket team.

Days worked:
Tuesday – Friday

Rachel Klose

Rachel Klose

Art Teacher

Why do you love working at LLS?
It is a blessing to work in a caring & innovative community. I am passionate about the arts & encouraging students to create.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Outside of school I love gardening, sewing and spending time with my family.

Days worked:
Tuesday -Wednesday

Heidi Lewis

Heidi Lewis

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the warm and welcoming atmosphere LLS has.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Outside of school I love home, family time, movies and chocolate.

Days worked:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Leanne Reichstein

Leanne Reichstein

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the caring and family orientated nature of our school community, how we look out for each other and support one another.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I am passionate about my family and love attending live sporting events.

Days worked:
Thursday – Friday

Sonya Staben

Sonya Staben

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the supportive colleagues we have, the community feel to our school & the coherent approach to learning we have through the school.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Socialising with friends whilst sipping on a coffee, being a Mum to our beautiful children and mentoring/helping people.

Days worked:
Monday – Wednesday

Jordan Whitelaw

Teacher

Tyler Wagner

Tyler Wagner

PE Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I enjoy working at LLS because of the incredible support provided by colleagues, leadership and our student families. 

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I am passionate about the role that sport and physical activity plays in positive mental health outcomes. 

Days worked:
Tuesday – Wednesday 

Brogan Whitelaw

Brogan Whitelaw

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I enjoy the interaction between the entire school community, one that resonates positivity & good will. I love the holistic apporach that we bring to teaching & learning & having a student at the center of all that we do.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with family and friends, golf, basketball and footy.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Courtney Horsnell

Courtney Horsnell

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
It is a blessing to work in a caring community with such supportive staff, students & families. My days are always filled with love & laughter. 

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I love spending time with my family and friends, walking my dog along the river or beach, and playing or watching netball.   

Days worked:
Wednesday – Friday

Amelia Waters

Amelia Waters

Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love teaching the students who are happy and eager to learn and working with the supportive LLS staff.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I love spending time with my family playing and watching sports, travelling and gardening.

Days worked:
Friday

Lauren Falland

Lauren Falland

ELC Teacher


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love being a part of each child’s learning journey. I enjoy working with supportive colleagues and families.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I enjoy cooking and family time.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Lutheran Support Officers (LSO)

Shannon Falting

Shannon Falting

Administration

Why do you love working at LLS?
Being surrounded by such supportive & inspiring staff who are the best at what they do. Everyone is a valued team member.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Specialty coffee, exercise, spending time with friends & visiting the family farm.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Julie Fielke

Julie Fielke

ELC Educator


Why do you love working at LLS?
I feel blessed to be welcomed as part of the amazing ELC team. The support and encouragement of the LLS community is truly heartwarming.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I am passionate about spending time with family & friends, enjoying time in nature, cooking, gardening & reading autobiographies.

Days worked:
Monday & Wednesday

Georgia Hauptman

Georgia Hauptman

ELC Educator


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love our environment at ELC. A wonderful space where children can grow, flourish, learn and be their unique selves.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I love socialising with friends, family & spending time with Winnie (my puppy) down the river.

Days worked:
Tuesday – Friday

 

Dana Petch

Dana Petch

ELC Educator


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love working with such a skilled team. The staff, children, parents and families are so welcoming. The big sense of belonging and community.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with my family. Enjoying being outdoors in the garden, on the river or exploring nature.

Days worked:
Monday & Wednesday

Maddie Athanasopoulos

Maddie Athanasopoulos

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love how supportive and encouraging our school community is.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Outside of school I enjoy playing sport, especially netball, basketball & going to the gym. I also love spending time with my family & watching my children play sport.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Kasey Cass

Kasey Cass

Lutheran Support Officer


Why do you love working at LLS?
Watching children learn & develop is inspirational & being a part of that growth is rewarding. Friendly & professional team to work with.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
My family, going for walks/bike rides, fishing, cup of tea and bon fires at Nanna & Pa’s and cooking.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Nicole Drake

Nicole Drake

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love working with the students & being part of a caring & supportive community.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Being home with the family, spending time outside, gardening, walking & watching movies.

Days worked:
Wednesday – Friday

Meg Falting

Meg Falting

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
The community feel, supportive staff and the friendly children.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends by the river or on our farm.

Days worked:
Monday – Tuesday

Sandra Miller

Sandra Miller

Lutheran Support Officer


Why do you love working at LLS?
The people I work with and helping the children to learn and grow.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Reading, walking by the river and spending time with family and friends.”

Days worked:
Monday – Wednesday

Jess Grace

Jess Grace

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
The aims that all staff, and families work colaboratively together to ensure all children at LLS have the opportunity to thrive socially, and in their learning.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I love taking walks with my dog Whistle, and enjoy playing Futsal. I also enjoy socialising with friends and family.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Stacey Hunter

Stacey Hunter

Lutheran Support Officer


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love working with the friendly staff and students and enjoy helping them grow in God’s love.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Outside of school I enjoy being on the river with my husband and two sons or being in the garden.”

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Kate Westbrook

Kate Westbrook

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
The staff at LLS are so incredibly welcoming & supportive. LLS has such a strong community feel & I love watching every student have the space to grow & shine.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
My family & friends are my biggest passion. I love water skiing, stand up paddle boarding, movies, travel & anything creative.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Ashleigh Voigt

Ashleigh Voigt

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
The community feel that the school has. All Staff, students, and parents are all so friendly and caring. 

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with family and friends, playing sports, camping,
and being on the river.

Days worked:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday.

Taylor Dabinett

Taylor Dabinett

Lutheran Support Officer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Nicole McKay

Nicole McKay

Lutheran Support Officer

Why do you love working at LLS?
I love to offer support and guidance to the students of LLS and watch them learn, grow and achieve. I’d like to help make an impact on their foundations for the future. 

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends which include river days on the boat, caravan adventures and cozy movie days in the winter.

Days worked:
Thursday- Friday.

Anna Knowling

Anna Knowling

Lutheran Support Officer

 

Why do you love working at LLS?
I feel blessed to be part of a wonderful school cummunity with dedicated staff who care deeply about our students & support them to reach their full potential.  

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
My beautiful family and spreading kindness.


Days worked:
Thursday – Friday

Chloe McKenzie

Chloe McKenzie

Lutheran Support Officer


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love the comfort and confidence that you feel in this environment – from staff, students & the wider community. 

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Making the most of each spare minute to spend time with friends and family. Making memories with my husband and kids.

Days worked:
Monday – Wednesday

Trudy Battams

Trudy Battams

Canteen Manager


Why do you love working at LLS?
I love my job at LLS. All the staff are awesome and I love chatting with
the students when they visit me in
the canteen.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time with my boys,
reading and recycling.

Days worked:
Wednesday & Friday

Anthony Toigo

Grounds & Maintenance

Rachel Pontt

Rachel Pontt

Bus Driver


Why do you love working at LLS?
Interacting with children on the bus.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
I am passionate about spending time with my family.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday

Jade Wright

Jade Wright

Bus Driver


Why do you loveworking at LLS?
The connections I make with the students on the bus.

What are you passionate about outside of the school?
Spending time on the river, socialising with friends, watching sport and my family.

Days worked:
Monday – Friday