Deception Bay Campus

Andrew (fondly known as Bobby) is Head of Campus at Kairos Deception Bay, where he leads, guides and supports students and staff to foster a positive, inclusive campus culture.

An experienced educational leader, he is passionate about working with young people as a teacher, mentor and coach. His leadership philosophy is grounded in service and a strong belief in education as a way to make a positive impact on others.

Beyond education, Bobby is a passionate basketball coach, working across junior and senior representative programs as well as high-performance pathways in Queensland. He is committed to helping both students and staff at Deception Bay thrive and reach their potential.

Grant has over 10 years of experience in education settings and is deeply committed to supporting young people to achieve their academic, wellbeing and personal goals. He is passionate about creating positive, inclusive learning environments that promote engagement, growth and success for every student.

Grant brings a strong passion for sport and student development to his work. A former representative of the Philippine Men’s National Cricket Team, he continues to support players as a strength and conditioning coach. Grant returned to the Kairos tribe in 2026 to give young people the opportunity to be the best they can be.

Outside of school, Grant enjoys outdoor adventures and discovering new cuisines, reflecting his curiosity, sense of balance and love of lifelong learning.

Emma began her youth work career in Deception Bay in 2006, on a university student placement with Deception Bay Community Youth Programs that led to a full-time position. Looking to grow and push herself out of her comfort zone, she took a leap of faith and moved to Ireland for two years, working as an au pair and travelling whenever possible to more than 25 countries.

When she returned to Australia, Emma continued in youth work with Life Without Barriers’ Out of Home Care team in their residential houses. She sees every opportunity as a chance to gain new skills and grow, both professionally and personally. In 2016, Emma joined Kairos as a Youth Worker, returning to Deception Bay where it all began, and in 2020 she joined the management team as Senior Youth Worker.

Emma loves to play soccer, run, relax with a good book and lie in the sun to re-energise.

James has worked with young people and their families for over two decades, a journey that has shaped his life as a husband, father and grandfather.

He has a positive outlook on life and brings happiness, joy and a bubbly energy to every room. That energy carries into all his everyday connections with young people, educators and the wider community.

Tracy is an experienced educator who has taught across a range of educational settings, specialising in Senior English, Business, and Humanities. She is passionate about meeting students exactly where they are in their learning journey, creating engaging, meaningful learning experiences that build confidence and develop new skills. Tracy was drawn to Kairos’s student-centred approach and strong values, which align closely with her belief that every young person can succeed when given the right support, encouragement, and opportunities.

What Tracy values most about working with young people is witnessing their growth into confident individuals through learning, perseverance, and self-discovery. Energetic and optimistic, she firmly believes that anything is possible for a student when they are guided and shown how. Tracy is deeply committed to student wellbeing, growth, and success, working closely with families to ensure every young person reaches their full potential.

Outside of the classroom, Tracy is an avid marathon runner, an enthusiastic baker, teaches 1990s aerobics classes, and is always up for a challenge!

Joel is a proud Indigenous and South Sea Islander man with teaching experience across primary and secondary schools. Passionate about Health and Physical Education, Sport, and practical learning, he designs active, engaging lessons that connect with students.

Believing every student can succeed with the right encouragement, Joel focuses on building strong relationships and boosting self-belief. He finds it rewarding to watch young people try new things, tackle challenges, and discover their full potential.

Joel joined Kairos Community College because of its dedication to student wellbeing and positive connections. He strives to create a supportive space where students feel safe to be themselves, learn from mistakes, and give everything a try.

Outside the classroom, Joel stays active by playing and watching sport, visiting the beach, and travelling. Always ready for a laugh, he embraces new opportunities with enthusiasm.

Drew teaches Ethics, Year 10 Art, and Year 11 and 12 Arts in Practice at Kairos. Before moving into education, he worked full time in the Brisbane theatre community as a writer, director, performer and creator, and he has taught performance and physical actor training around the country and the world.

Drew is passionate about the role of the arts in the education and development of young people, and brings his experience and creativity to the Kairos mix.

Madi joined Kairos in 2023 to teach English, after a number of years in a range of educational settings. She now teaches Social and Community Studies, Tourism and Career Education, and is the Deception Bay campus’s Careers and Pathways Mentor. To support this role, she is completing a Certificate IV in Career Development.

Madi is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, and loves how much she learns from Kairos students in return.

Karol is a Science and Mathematics teacher with a background in neuroscience and psychology, giving him a strong understanding of how young people think, learn and build confidence. Originally trained in the United Kingdom, he relocated to Queensland to continue his passion for education and community-focused work. Karol is also an experienced dog trainer and lifelong dog lover who values patience, consistency and building trust, qualities he brings to the classroom every day.

What Karol values most about Kairos is its strong sense of community and the genuine opportunity to make a difference in young people’s lives. He believes that “a diamond does not begin by shining. It becomes valuable when someone sees its potential, invests time and care into it, and helps bring out what was already there.” Through calm support, humour and real-world connection, he helps students recognise their own potential and grow in confidence inside and outside the classroom.

Before joining Kairos, Kim spent 12 years as a Teacher Aide at a number of primary and secondary schools in New South Wales and Queensland. She is deeply committed to helping students achieve their full potential, both academically and personally, and is highly regarded for building meaningful, trust-based connections with young people, work she continues at Kairos.

Outside of her professional endeavours, Kim is a devoted wife and mother who values time with her family, friends and two dogs.

Justin joined Kairos with experience as a teacher aide at two schools in Sydney. Before moving into education, he spent five years as a professional rugby league player, four with Wests Tigers and one with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs. Living out his childhood dream taught him far more than football: it built his discipline, leadership, teamwork and resilience, and showed him how to balance the demands of elite sport with everyday life.

His time in professional sport also taught him the importance of being a positive role model, leading by example and helping young people pursue their goals. Working in education has strengthened his passion for supporting young people’s development and wellbeing. Justin believes that when students feel safe, included and free to be themselves, and are backed by a supportive community, they can thrive and reach their goals.

Outside of Kairos, Justin is a proud family man who loves spending time with his family and playing sport, including rugby league with the Redcliffe Dolphins.

Before joining Kairos, Sia worked as a youth worker in residential care and as a teacher aide at a flexible learning school. Her background is rooted in therapeutic care, supporting young people with complex behaviours through an empathetic, strengths-based approach.

Sia is passionate about helping young people grow, and firmly believes that with grace and encouragement, they can achieve anything they set their minds to. Sia is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where students can learn well and have fun.

Outside of Kairos, Sia is a proud mum of two boys and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She is deeply connected to the Kairos tribe and community, and values the life-changing opportunities that meaningful education can bring.

Joseph has worked in a variety of education settings, including Sydney public schools and alternative education programs. He takes pride in the positive example he sets for young people, and believes in teaching them not only academic skills but also how to care for themselves inside and outside the classroom. Above all, he wants learning to be fun.

Joe is studying a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) and aspires to be the best teacher he can be. He enjoys sharing his passions and having fun on a regular basis, and believes that “our tribe is the future of education.”

Nyah brings experience from a small school’s administration office and library. She values the opportunities that independent education provides for students and staff alike, and loves being part of a team of educators passionate about our tribal education model.

Away from Kairos, Nyah enjoys craft, photography, watching NRL and spending time with family and friends (and her dog, of course).