This award is given annually to teachers who have demonstrated outstanding practice in the classroom and as a result have made a difference to colleagues and the lives of students in their care. The recipients are not required to be an ACEL member but must have made a significant contribution that is consistent with the Objects of the Council.

2010	Dorrie Chamberlain	ACT	2009	Christine O'Hare	ACT
	Cheryl Davis	TAS		Matthew Arie Westland	TAS
	Sarah Long	QLD
2008	Sue Le Messurier	TAS	2007	Gary Simpson	VIC
	Heidi Rohrig	SA