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Russ Taunton

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School Executive at NSW Department of Education and Communities
📍 Wollongong Area, Australia

Russ Taunton is an award-winning educational leader with the NSW Department of Education, driving STEM initiatives in the Illawarra region. With over 23 years of experience, he has significantly expanded the STEM Industry School Partnership program, creating over 26, 000 learning opportunities by forging deep connections between schools and industry partners.

His passion for creating opportunities extends beyond the traditional classroom. Drawing on his background in sports science and outdoor education, Russ champions hands-on, experiential learning to make STEM accessible and engaging for all students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. His mantra is "you can be what you can see. "

Before his distinguished career in education, Russ worked as an electrician, installing and repairing lifts and escalators.

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Experience
3 Years
Current Role
School Executive
Job Level
Junior
Location
Wollongong Area, Australia
Personality Overview

How Russ shows up

Procedural
Calm
Risk-averse

They are unlikely to become strong champions as they don't prefer pushing other people. They prefer to follow rules and procedures. Their motivation stems from the impact that their decisions can have on the organization.


Priorities

Topics Russ cares about

STEM Education
As Project Officer for the Illawarra Academy of STEM Excellence, he has dramatically increased student participation in STEM through innovative, career-connected learning.
Industry-School Partnerships
He has built a thriving ecosystem by forging partnerships with over 44 industry and tertiary organizations to align education with real-world workforce needs.
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Career

Work history

School Executive
NSW Department of Education and Communities
6-2022
STEM Project Officer
STEM Industry School Partnership Program - Illawarra Academy of STEM Excellence
6-2022
STEM Project Officer
STEM Industry School Partnership program || NSW Virtual STEM Academy
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Steadiness (S)

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