A MACKAY teacher has been named in one of the country's leading education magazines as a 'Rising Star of 2018'.

Whitsunday Anglican School's Head of Service and Global Learning Matt Hodge was named in the third annual Rising Stars list, which singles out some of the bright young education professionals across Australia.

Mr Hodge said he was humbled to be recognised as one of the Rising Stars for 2018 and credited his success to his working environment.

"It is great to work in such a supportive environment that values innovation and experiential learning,” he said.

"I am passionate about service, global learning and supporting educators and I feel extremely grateful to be recognised for my passions.”

Mr Hodge was nominated for his implementation of the school's Global Learning Program and his involvement in the annual Mackay Sony Foundation Children's Holiday Camp, and his support for local educators through the establishment of the TeachMeet network.

Whitsunday Anglican School principal Maria McIvor said Mr Hodge's recognition as a Rising Star was well deserved.

"Matt is a valued member of the Whitsunday Anglican School team and it is great to see he has been recognised for his motivation, hard-work, and commitment to delivering programs that not only benefit members of our School community but provide meaningful rewards for our local community and region,” Mrs McIvor said.

Matt said that he was proud to be nominated for the award.

"It's very exciting and humbling. What I like about it is that, yes I am acknowledged, but it also recognises our community, our school community and the wonderful offerings that we have and that we can offer to our students and the local community,” he said.

He also said that he isn't special, and it is about taking advantage of opportunities when they are presented.

"I think all teachers have the opportunity to do that, it's just that you need to make the most of the opportunities while they are in front of you. I guess I have been fortunate to work at my school where they've been very supportive of that and in that process for me,” he said.

Matt thinks that more teachers should be recognised for their contributions to their field.