Associate Professor Chrissy Monteleone is Associate Dean of Learning and Teaching in the School of Education at La Trobe University. With over 20 years of education leadership experience, she specialises in teacher education and professional practice initiatives. Chrissy focuses on transforming teacher education through innovative curriculum development and strategic partnerships that enhance teaching quality and student outcomes across Australia's education landscape. Chrissy is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, reflecting her commitment to excellence in higher education teaching and learning. Currently serving as Chair of the Network of Academic Directors of Professional Experience (NADPE), she provides collective voice for professional experience across all Initial Teacher Education providers in Australia. She has successfully led the development of school and system Hubs across NSW, supporting quality professional experience placements and teacher professional development. Additionally, she leads government mathematics initiatives that support in-service teachers in strengthening their mathematical practice and pedagogical approaches.