Sharon has been a passionate advocate for literacy. Her services to the Auckland Literacy Association have included presentations at seminars and meetings, organising conferences and representing ALA on various committees.

For the New Zealand Literacy Association Sharon presented at conferences, convened a national conference and was elected as a member of the NZLA executive. Internationally Sharon promoted New Zealand literacy practices through working with teachers and attending conferences and workshops. Her practice has been skilful, enthusiastic and exemplary.

Sharon’s Reading Recovery background as a teacher and tutor influenced her work as a Resource Teacher of Literacy and guided her commitment to supporting teachers to provide high quality literacy learning for children everywhere.