Staff Profile - Matt Whyte
In this edition of ‘Meet the Teacher’ we’re speaking with a member of our Year 4 Teaching Team at our Mt Ridley Campus, Matthew Whyte. Matt was fortunate enough to complete his fourth-year University placement here at Hume Anglican Grammar in 2021 and subsequently joined us as a graduate teacher this year.
What do you like most about working at Hume Anglican Grammar?
The Staff and the Students. I feel that throughout the entire school there is a sense of community and support. it’s a joy to come to work every day.
Can you tell us about a project you are currently working on?
I am currently working on an inquiry project for the Victorian Institute of Teaching. I am inquiring into how to build students’ inferential comprehension during reading. This project allows me to collaborate with other teachers and complete professional learning in this area which I am enjoy immensely.
Who has had the biggest impact on your career and why?
My wife. She encouraged me to go back to university and complete my Diploma in Education. I am beyond grateful that she supported me and my studies as now I get to do what I love every day.
Fast Four:
If your friends could describe you in one word, what would it be?
Passionate.
If you could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be?
I don’t think I could do just one, I’ll condense it down the best I can. Luke Hodge, Brad Pitt, Paul Gallen, and Ken Griffey Jr.
One thing you couldn’t live without?
Besides my wife and my dogs, I couldn’t live without Baseball.
What is one thing most people don’t know about you?
I have a twin brother
