Full Name
Josh Simpson
Job Title / Position
PE Teacher
Company / Organisation
Pearcedale Ps
Biography
Joshua Simpson is a passionate Primary School Physical Education teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience, complemented by 3 years as a Coach and Athletic Director at the International Sports Training Camp in Pennsylvania, USA. He is the founder of HeadsUpHPE, a platform dedicated to providing creative, practical resources that help teachers engage students and improve Fundamental Movement Skills through play-based and gamified learning. Joshua holds a dual degree in Education and Sport & Outdoor Recreation from Monash University and brings a student-centered, energetic approach to PE. His teaching philosophy emphasizes "connection before content," focusing on building strong relationships to support meaningful and inclusive learning. Through HeadsUpHPE, Joshua shares dynamic lesson ideas and strategies that make PE active, fun, and relevant. He has collaborated with organizations like Defeat the Beat and been featured by ACHPER Victoria, inspiring educators to deliver engaging physical education experiences that support lifelong movement and wellbeing.