Janet Hunter

Dr. Janet Hunter is an Honorary Lecturer in the School of Education at Edith Cowan University (ECU). Her work focuses on literacy challenges, writing pedagogy, and early career teacher resilience. She holds a PhD from ECU (2015) and multiple educational qualifications from the same institution.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy, ECU, 2015
• Bachelor of Arts In Education, ECU, 1994/1995
• Professional Equivalence (2023, 2024)

Research Interests:

• Supporting students with literacy difficulties
• Development of writing assessment frameworks
• Professional knowledge of early career teachers
• Innovative pedagogical approaches to writing instruction

Grants & Projects:

• Evaluated Catholic Education WA's Early Career Teacher Program (2015-2016, $17,200)
• ARC-funded study on teacher retention strategies (2008-2013, $18,573)
• Literacy improvement project for Years 4-8 (2006-2010, $128,270)

Her research bridges classroom practice with systemic educational challenges, emphasizing teacher support and evidence-based interventions. Collaborative work with colleagues has produced influential resources for early career educators.