Tristan Heron is an Australian educator, EdTech specialist and founder of Evolve EdTech. Everything he builds comes from real experience inside real classrooms - whether you’re just starting your EdTech journey or ready to take your practice to the next level.
Helping educators feel confident, capable and excited about what’s possible.
Whether it’s supporting teachers to use educational technology with confidence, helping schools embrace innovation, or empowering educators to grow their practice - Tristan’s work has always centred on one thing: growth.
A K–12 teacher, EdTech specialist, workshop presenter, content creator and mentor, he has spent more than 16 years helping young people and educators thrive in a fast-changing world.
Today he works with educators across Australia and beyond through Evolve EdTech, the Empowered Educator Hub, The Staffroom Blog and the Empowered Educator Podcast - all united by one mission.
before the workshops and the podcast...
A classroom teacher - and still one today.
Tristan graduated from Charles Sturt University as a K–12 teacher with majors in English and History. Since 2011 he has taught students from Kindergarten to Year 12, and he is now in his tenth year at his current school, teaching Year 7–12 English and History full time.
He knows the pressures first-hand: growing workloads, changing curriculum, new technology and never enough hours in the day. That lived experience shapes every workshop, resource and video he creates - so professional learning feels practical, realistic and immediately useful.
Leadership roles
Head Teacher English (Relieving)Head Teacher Secondary StudiesYear 12 Year AdvisorDaily Organisation CoordinatorTimetable Coordinator
Whole-school teams
Peer SupportCommunication & EngagementPositive Behaviour for LearningWelfare TeamTechnology TeamStaff professional learning
For Tristan, education has never been “just a job”. It’s a profession built on service, relationships and giving more than what’s expected.
His philosophy has always been simple
Educational technology shouldn't feel overwhelming. It should feel empowering.
Rather than chasing trends, Tristan helps educators understand the “why” behind the tools - so technology serves pedagogy, not the other way around.
The story so far
From a bushfire-season idea to an award-winning brand.
2011
Into the classroomGraduates from Charles Sturt University as a K–12 teacher (English and History) and starts teaching across primary and secondary.
Jan 2020
The EdTech Teacher is bornDuring one of Australia’s worst bushfire seasons, with hazardous air outside, a passion project takes shape - inspired by Matt Miller, Kasey Bell and Kim Mattina.
2020
Supporting teachers through COVIDAs remote learning hits, Tristan speeds up: tutorials, classroom walkthroughs, infographics, professional learning and The EdTech Teacher Podcast.
The original The EdTech Teacher homepage, 2020
2021
Rebrand to Evolve EdTechMore than a new logo: a broader vision to support educators globally with workshops, webinars, templates, the Planboard series and guidance on AI.
Evolve EdTech
2025
Award-winning trainingEvolve EdTech is named Leading Teacher EDTECH Training Initiative 2025 at the Corporate Vision Education and Training Awards.
Leading Teacher EDTECH Training Initiative 2025 award
2025
The Tech-Ready Teacher AcademyTristan’s first premium membership: live masterclasses, templates, EdTech challenges and a supportive educator community.
2026
One brand: Tristan HeronEverything comes together under one identity - a new website, new colours and one connected mission: helping educators thrive in and beyond the classroom.
A lifelong learner first
Great educators never stop learning.
Tristan has completed a growing list of professional learning programs and certifications across EdTech, AI, innovation, digital learning and leadership - so the educators he supports get training shaped by current research and classroom reality.
01It’s not about collecting credentials.
02It’s about remaining curious.
03It’s about asking better questions.
Where to find Tristan today
One connected mission. Support at every stage.
Whether you’re building EdTech confidence, growing your practice, or looking for a community that gets the job.
Education is changing. Educators deserve someone in their corner.
AI, digital innovation, personalised learning and new career pathways are reshaping education. Tristan’s mission: help educators embrace innovation with confidence, build future-ready skills and thrive.
