James Athorn

James Athorn possesses extensive experience in education and community service, currently serving as the Executive Management Officer for Customer and Community Experience at Glen Eira City Council since July 2022. Previously, James held the position of Electorate Officer at the Parliament of Australia and worked for City of Monash as a Library Officer and Administration Officer. James's earlier career includes over seven years in various teaching roles, including Primary School Teacher at the Department of Education and Early Childhood Learning, Victoria, where responsibilities involved mentoring practicum students and coordinating programs such as ANZAC Day services and Active After School care. Education credentials include a Post Graduate Certificate of Politics and Policy from Deakin University and a Bachelor of Education from La Trobe University, reflecting a solid foundation in both education and policy.