Alex studied a Bachelor of Science before gaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary) and commencing her teaching career in New Zealand’s intermediate school system. She taught students in years 7 and 8 across all curriculum areas, with a particular passion for science and developing metacognitive thinking in students. Completing the Science Teaching Leadership Programme, facilitated by The Royal Society, was a career highlight that allowed Alex to work alongside scientists in the field and to study science-specific pedagogies.