James Beavis

Current job
Year 11 and 12 Film and English teacher at Music Industry College.

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (Journalism) 2000.

First job
The Area News paper in Griffith, NSW.

Story so far
After working in Griffith for two years I returned home and decided to become a teacher instead, focusing on the two main areas of a journalistic background – English and film and TV. I also did a small amount of freelance writing before full-time study.

When I graduated I taught at Loganlea State High School, Beenleigh State High School, Grace Lutheran College in Redcliffe and then I took a break and worked as a supply and contract teacher.

In 2013 I started my current position as part-time teacher at Music Industry College. I also work part-time as a childcare worker at Rainworth State School.

The MIC job ties in nicely with my developing career as a musician under the name Jimi Beavis, recording and releasing music, playing some festivals and performing mainly around Brisbane, with occasional tours.