SAMUEL'S STORY

Samuel’s story

Samuel Sailor, teaching scholarship student

"We need more Indigenous teachers in schools as we are role models. Male teachers especially are role models and mentors in their communities."

Samuel was born on Thursday Island. He worked as a train driver, carpenter, concreter and builder’s assistant before he started studying to become a teacher. He loves sports like rugby, golf and fishing – as well as helping other people and being a good role model.