Jo Goodrick
Executive Director
Early Childhood Education and Care
Jo Goodrick is Executive Director of Mary MacKillop Childcare North Queensland, bringing over 30 years’ experience in teaching, regulatory, advisory, and executive roles. Known for her collaborative leadership, Jo is committed to child protection, inclusive practice, and pedagogical excellence. She has driven strategic reforms, championed sector collaboration, and developed programs supporting educator wellbeing. Passionate about equity, voice, and belonging, Jo leads high-performing teams to deliver the best outcomes for children.
SESSIONS
Day 1
4:30
Panel: Certificate III in 12 months: A loophole or a lifeline?
Are we sacrificing quality by fast-tracking education for short-term workforce solution?
Examine the rise of condensed qualifications (i.e. 1-year courses), international student enrolments driven by migration goals, and whether these quick fixes are solving the educator shortage – or creating new risks for children, staff, and service quality
Moderator: Edward Beswick, Chief Executive Officer, Thrive Group Tasmania
Jo Goodrick, Executive Director, Early Childhood Education and Care
Josephine Wise, Deputy Executive Director – Education, Lutheran Education Queensland
Anita Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, ECTARC Early Childhood Education Services and Training