Claire is a Research Fellow (AI in Education) with the Barker Institute, with a focus on developing research-informed, classroom-ready approaches to AI that strengthen thinking, assessment integrity, and teacher capability. She holds a Master of Education (Educational Studies) with Excellence from UNSW, with research centred on effective teacher professional learning. Claire has extensive experience in the classroom and in leadership roles across Sydney independent schools, including Pymble Ladies’ College, Abbotsleigh, and most recently as Head of History at The Scots College. A Modern History and History Extension teacher and HSC Senior Marker, Claire is a regular contributor to professional journals and has presented at state and national education conferences. Her current work sits at the intersection of AI literacy, assessment design, and instructional routines that help students use AI ethically and effectively.