I am an equity-focused educational developer who is passionate about improving success and retention for all students and the staff who support them. I apply a deep knowledge of adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning to develop professional capacity and help educators strengthen their pedagogy. I use ongoing consultation, collaboration, and engagement to improve educational quality and inclusive pedagogy. My work spans strategy development, resource creation, and inclusive teaching practice , with a focus on equity cohorts and First Nations knowledge. I lead workshops, design external-facing resources, and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders to embed inclusion in teaching and learning.

Lucy Jellema

I am an equity-focused educational developer who is passionate about improving success and retention for all students and the staff who support them. I apply a deep knowledge of adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning to develop professional capacity and help educators strengthen their pedagogy. I use ongoing consultation, collaboration, and engagement to improve educational quality and inclusive pedagogy. My work spans strategy development, resource creation, and inclusive teaching practice , with a focus on equity cohorts and First Nations knowledge. I lead workshops, design external-facing resources, and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders to embed inclusion in teaching and learning.

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I am an equity-focused educational developer who is passionate about improving success and retention for all students and the staff who support them. I apply a deep knowledge of adult learning principles and Universal Design for Learning to develop professional capacity and help educators strengthen their pedagogy.

I use ongoing consultation, collaboration, and engagement to improve educational quality and inclusive pedagogy. My work spans strategy development, resource creation, and inclusive teaching practice , with a focus on equity cohorts and First Nations knowledge. I lead workshops, design external-facing resources, and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders to embed inclusion in teaching and learning.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Educational Developer, Equity at UNSW Faculty of Science (Dean’s Unit)
September 1, 2025 - Present
Conducted a faculty-wide analysis to identify challenges and propose sustainable solutions for improving the implementation of student adjustments. Designed resources to strengthen staff knowledge of and improve the implementation of disability accommodations.
Educational Developer, Equity Portfolio of the Pro Vice Chancellor, Education at University of New South Wales
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Led and developed the implementation of a strategy to improve inclusive teaching across UNSW to support students from equity cohorts. Provided subject matter expertise in strategic working groups on programmatic and competency-based assessment and the Gateway Equity Target. Represented the university at international conferences and on cross-institutional projects (Start@Uni, EPHEA). Contributed to strategic documents such as the Widening Participation strategy, Disability Support Fund report, and Universal Design for Learning implementation in Science and Engineering faculties.
Learning and Development Advisor at Sixt Australia
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Led the evaluation and improvement of performance development strategies and processes; collaborated across business groups to align solutions with needs. Enhanced professional learning resources by introducing review measures and using Articulate Storyline to create higher quality learning materials. Facilitated training for the implementation of a new national operation system.
Business Training Consultant at Toyota Finance Australia
December 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Led the evaluation and improvement of processes and supporting documentation, including the development of an induction handbook and their adoption across departments. Created content using Articulate 360 and PowerPoint, and ensured compliance with LMS procedures.
Learning Support & Classroom Teacher at Department of Education
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
Led analysis of programs, policies and initiatives through data collection and applied research to drive improvements, including a long-term implementation plan and professional learning opportunities. Developed and presented professional learning for diverse audiences and coordinated participant processes and content delivery.

Education

Master of Inclusive Education at University of New South Wales
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Education at Australian Catholic University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Executive Member, Equity Practitioners in Higher Education Association
January 1, 2025 - January 15, 2026
Certified Expert - Articulate Suite
January 11, 2030 - January 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization