Kelly has been a dynamic Primary School Educator & Literacy Specialist for 30 years. Her varied roles have seen her teach all subject areas from Prep to year 12.

Kelly now works as an Author and Educational & Wellbeing Consultant in her own business, Wings for Grace. Kelly works in schools, and community events, as well as her private practice. Kelly is a regular Public Speaker and Workshop Provider in areas such as Author Appearances and Workshops, Wellbeing, Mental Health and Life Coaching for students and adults. 

In 2024 Kelly qualified with Therapy Dogs Australia alongside her fury companion Zahli, as a Therapy Dog and Handler team. You now have the option to book not only Kelly, but Zahli as well to engage and thrill an audience or for individual educational sessions. Zahli and Kelly are well versed in presenting to both large and small audiences, workshopping and providing a personal and memorable experience for all.

Her energy and positive nature combined with her expert teaching skills and rapport with all people, will ensure an positive experience, and a high level of educational and emotional support.

Kelly is a master at engaging and captivating groups, and inspiring audiences of all ages with her entertaining and motivating sessions. Kelly’s kind and friendly demeanor, ensures students learn and develop skills at any level.
During her varied career, Kelly has facilitated numerous workshops educating parents & teachers on the strategies, skills & values of literacy. She has also worked with Cardinia Shire Council in Victoria on various literacy projects. Kelly has also filmed literacy education videos for the Department of Education that have been distributed worldwide.

Kelly continues to be a successful children’s and Thriller Novel Author. Kelly has two picture story books titled Lady Lulu (nominated for the Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards 2023) and Hudson Houdini Escapologist Extraordinaire. Her Thriller novels titled Breathe Grace (Nominated for the Miles Franklin 2023 award and two NSW Premier’s Literacy awards 2023). The shadows in my mind, Where the Driftwood meets the Sand, and Fragmented, are available worldwide.

She is currently working on her fifth Thriller novel, Vita Mia due for release in 2025 and her new picture story book Operation I.G also due to release in 2025.

About Kelly

Author, Educator & Wellbeing Coach

Kelly’s Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Teaching.

  • Bachelor of Education.

  • VIT registered

  • Small business owner – WINGS FOR GRACE
    -Public Speaker/Podcast presenter
    -MHiPS (Mental Health in primary schools)  - level 2 qualification.

  • Up-to-date First Aid Training/Anaphylaxis/Asthma Management.

  • Certificate in Mindfulness in Education.

  • Certificates in Mentoring and Personal Development.

  • Certificate in Mandatory Reporting.

  • Certificate in NDIS Worker Module 1.

  • Certificate in Child Safety

  • Extensive training in Early Years Development & Play Based Learning Programs.

  • Extensive training and experience in anxiety, panic & social disorders.

  • Extensive training in Dyslexia, language disorders, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Asperger’s & Auslan.

  • Extensive training in all aspects of Wellbeing.

  • Qualified handler and wellbeing canine team with Therapy Dogs Australia.

  • * Qualified Mental Health and Wellbeing facilitator.