Mr. Jake Cassell
Name:
Mr. Jake Cassell
School:
Kesser Torah College
Extra Subject Information:
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Position Held at School:
Head of PDHPE, Senior HSC Teacher, HSC Author and Year 12 Official Examination Marker
VCE Subject(s) Teaching:
HSC Health and Movement Science, HSC Personal Development, Health & Physical Educ.
Qualifications:
HMHE Human Movement & Health Education
MBA Masters of Business Administration
Role at TSSM:
Jake has been part of TSSM’s HSC PDHPE team since 2025, and has taken up opportunities to teach HSC PDHPE and HSC Health and Movement Science to many students. This has provided him with the chance to quickly develop as a PDHPE teacher, leading his students towards impressive study scores.
Jake has been teaching since {year}. He is extremely knowledgeable, which gives him the ability to simplify difficult topics helping his students achieve exceptional results throughout their journey.
Jake is a motivated teacher who makes use of available resources to enhance and improve his teaching abilities so his students can continue to excel.
At TSSM, Jake also plays an important role in producing high quality resources in HSC PDHPE and HSC Health and Movement Science for TSSM.
Teaching Philosophy:
Jake's teaching philosophy is grounded in evidence-based, high-impact instructional practices that fosters deep learning, engagement, and continuous growth for both students and teachers. He believes in a structured yet adaptive approach that prioritises clarity, cognitive science, and explicit teaching, ensuring that every student has access to high-quality learning experiences. As an educational leader, he is committed to refining pedagogy through data-informed decision-making, instructional coaching, and professional learning initiatives that empower teachers to develop expertise. He sees education as an evolving field where innovation, collaboration, and reflective practice drive sustained excellence. Ultimately, his goal is to cultivate a culture of high expectations, resilience, and lifelong learning, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to succeed beyond the classroom.
Interests:
Endurance sports (Surf Boat Rowing, Triathlon, and Rugby)
Traveling
Quality time with friends and family