Nelson Tio

Assistant Principal: Teaching and Learning

Nelson holds a Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) from Monash University and a Master of Teaching (Secondary) from University of Tasmania. Nelson models a commitment to continuous academic development, and further complements his qualification with a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification from the University of Toronto, Instructional Coaching, and Brown’s Collective – Leading from Within program. Nelson’s teaching areas are Science, Biology, Psychology and Mathematics. In 2025, Nelson will embark on a Master of Educational Leadership degree through the Australian Catholic University.  

Nelson commenced teaching at St. John’s Catholic College in 2019, where he served several middle leadership positions including Head of Faculty and SACE Coordinator, significantly contributing to capacity building of teachers at the College. At the end of 2023, he accepted a role with the Department of Education and Training of the Northern Territory as a Teaching and Learning Advisor. During this period, Nelson extended his leadership to drive curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment outcomes at a system level through his Australian Curriculum: Science and Northern Territory Certificate of Education (Modified) portfolios. 

Nelson envisions an educational landscape where all learners can flourish and achieve meaningful life outcomes. He is passionate about building differentiated programs and flexible education pathways at the College. To this end, Nelson aims to drive data-informed practices and collaborative partnerships among educators through the Catholic Education NT Learning Alliance. His experience from coaching and working with school leaders in the NT including remote regions will be instrumental at achieving this strategic pursuit to improve learning outcomes and senior secondary delivery at the College.