Recently arrived at Flinders after a successful career in primary and secondary education, we sat down with Dr Carl Salt to chat about the natural transition into tertiary education, and the life-changing impact education can have on lives around the world.

What is your role at Flinders?

I am a lecturer in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work. My main focus is undergraduate and postgraduate education degrees. My role involves developing educators for work as teachers or as leaders. I have a particular focus on ensuring that our topics align with the needs and requirements of the education sector. Therefore, I lean on my experiences and networks as a teacher and leader to bring our courses to life.

Tell us a little about how you got here.

I started teaching in NSW in the early nineties which makes me feel old! I’ve taught in both independent and government schools in primary and secondary classrooms. I moved into leadership roles over 20yrs ago and have held a variety of senior leadership positions. During this time, I’ve been responsible for professional learning and growth of staff. I would say that these experiences in addition to my PhD have fuelled a keen interest in working with teachers and leaders. University teaching was a natural step!

What’s your favourite fact to tell people about your area of work?

I think working with preservice teachers, current teachers and leaders is a great opportunity to give back to the profession…. And it’s a lot of fun.  Without wanting to sound too cliché, it is also a real privilege.

Why is this work so important?

Education can be life changing for many people. It can help people achieve dreams and lift them to places they want to go and places they never thought they’d be able to go.

Where is your favourite spot on campus?

Anywhere there is coffee! Actually, my favourite place is the Flinders Walk that joins the campus to Bellevue Heights. Walking down the path, first thing in the morning, with the city and the ocean spread out before you is something everyone should experience.

How do you spend your spare time?

I play guitar in a duo around town, ride my bike- too much, play golf- not enough, and enjoy finding new wineries.