Madi Bennetts is a creative and passionate teacher and leader with a Master of Teaching (Inclusive Education) and 14 years’ experience working in alternative education and disability.
Most recently, she has worked at MacKillop Education as their Education and Wellbeing Coordinator, working with young people from year 3 to year 12. She has also pioneered the In2Schools program at MacKillop Education, supporting young people with additional barriers to attending school.
Prior to this, Madi worked at Parkville College for 5 years, teaching young people aged 10 and 22 who had been incarcerated, across Secure Welfare, Parkville Campus and Malmsbury campuses.
Madi is a strong advocate for young people and their families, working holistically with students to engage them at school and ensure the best possible outcomes in the community. She is particularly passionate about helping educators understand and respond to the regulation needs of young people, with a special interest in art and body-based approaches.