Toni Steinbergs

Experienced and dedicated educational leader with a proven track record as Deputy Principal at Bayside Christian College, including experience as Acting Principal. I bring a Christ-centred approach to leadership, with strengths in educational operations management, curriculum development, staff mentoring, and student wellbeing. I am passionate about nurturing a learning environment where students flourish as responsive disciples of Christ Jesus. With deep experience in strategic planning, policy implementation, and professional learning, I lead with integrity, purpose, and a strong commitment to the mission of Christian education. My leadership fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and faithful service across the whole school community.

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• Committed to ongoing personal and professional growth in Christian education through regular participation in relevant conferences, professional development, and professional reading.
• Active member of Christian Education National (CEN) and Christian Schools Australia (CSA) Deputy Principals’ Network, engaging in collaborative leadership and strategic dialogue.
• Member of CEN Heads of Teaching and Learning, contributing to national conversations around Christ-centred curriculum and pedagogy.
• Attend Bayside Christian College Board meetings as requested (2018–present), contributing educational leadership insights and regularly reporting on teaching and learning to support effective College governance.
• Participated in curriculum review and coaching with CEN (2019), supporting instructional improvement and mission-aligned practice.
• Completed Unlocking Potential: Principal Preparation Program (Bastow Institute for Educational Leadership, 2014), focusing on executive leadership development.
• Engaged in High Performance Mindsets of Highly Effective School Leaders (Bastow Institute, 2014), developing strategic leadership habits and mindsets.
• Completed Teacher Professional Leave (2009–2010) for Early Years Literacy Leadership, driving evidence-based improvements in early learning.
• Completed Preparing for Leadership (Victorian Educational Leadership Consortium, 2008–2009), building foundational leadership capacity.
• Participated in Leading Teams Seminar (DEECD, 2008) and Literacy Leaders Training (2008–2010), supporting whole-school literacy leadership.
• Graduated from Learning to Lead Effective Schools (2009), equipping leaders in systems thinking and school-wide improvement.

• Committed Christian leader with a passion for worship expressed across all areas of life and service.
• Active Elder at Crib Point Uniting Church, providing spiritual leadership and pastoral care.
• Serving member of the Parish Council for the Westernport Uniting Church Parish, contributing to governance and community outreach.
• Enjoy singing and playing guitar, often participating in church and community worship settings.
• Enthusiastic about health and wellbeing, regularly participating in dance aerobics to maintain physical fitness and balance.