Staff Profile: Nathan Waters
Can you tell us about your role here at CalCC?
I help teach 28 adorable, jumpy Year 1 students.
Where you are from and what attracted you to CalCC and Caloundra?
I love Caloundra and the Sunshine Coast for the beach, surfing, weather and lifestyle. I also love CalCC for the smaller community.
What did you do before CalCC?
Before teaching at Caloundra Christian College I was a carpenter and had also worked for Glasshouse Christian College.
Which of the foundations for life and learning resonates with you the most and why?
I enjoy all the foundations for life and learning, especially faith, integrity, courage, question, create and improve. I believe that everyone can better themselves every day when they apply themselves and see the good in life. Staying positive, running your own race and striving to kick bigger goals every day. Loving life, loving God and living for Him.
What are you passionate about?
I love meeting people. I'm passionate about young people and love to see them be the best version of themselves. I love when kids say: "I DID IT!"
What is on your bucket list?
My bucket list contains more travelling, surfing, swimming with more whales, turtles and sharks. I want to run a 100km trail ultra marathon. Having more good old adventures with the family and kids. I also want to play ice hockey.
What is your favourite Bible verse?
I have two:
Ephesians 4:23-24:"To be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness."
Philippians 4:13:"I can do all things through Christ strengthens me."
What is your favourite sport/hobby? And why?
My favourite sport is ALL SPORTS. Running and ultra marathons, swimming, bike riding, AFL, basketball, surfing, diving, motorbikes, tennis, badminton, squash pickleball and soccer skating.
Funny fact about you?
My footy team hasn't won a final in 7,374 days.