It’s time to take some time out, sit down, grab a warm drink, and learn a little more about Georgia Nicht, Learning Area Leader for Science at Damascus College.

Georgia has loved science for as long as she can remember, from experimenting at home as a child to being inspired by passionate high school teachers. Her interest really took shape through biology and genetics, which led her to work at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute.

While Georgia found research deeply rewarding, she felt a strong pull towards working with young people. She wanted to share her passion for science in a way that felt more connected and impactful day-to-day. Teaching allows her to do just that, ignite curiosity, build confidence, and show students the relevance of science in their lives.

Georgia commenced teaching in 2018, where she taught VCE biology, science and mathematics at Loyola College in Melbourne. Prior to education, she worked in Genetic Health Research at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute.

Georgia joined Damascus in July 2023, and in 2024, was lucky enough to take on the role of ESTEEM Coordinator and at the beginning of 2025, she was privileged to be appointed Learning Area Leader of Science.

As Learning Area Leader, she aspires to continue to strengthen our already vibrant and engaging science program. Georgia is passionate about inspiring a love of science by encouraging curiosity, critical thinking and real-world problem-solving, along with promoting STEM career pathways. She sees Science as a foundation for helping students develop the skills they need to thrive as ethical and informed global citizens. She is also committed to supporting our talented science staff through collaboration, professional learning, and fostering a strong sense of shared purpose and growth.

What Georgia enjoys most about Damascus is the students and staff, as they create a genuinely supportive and positive community. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow and be inspired, whether through classroom experiences, collegial collaboration or witnessing student success.

On a more personal note, Georgia is a busy mum of two young children, which keeps life full and lively outside the classroom.