Hello
I'm Jamie, a Specialist Teacher based in Faversham, Kent.
I've spent 15+ years learning what helps children thrive when they're finding learning tricky - and the answer is always 'it depends.'
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It depends on the child, the environment, the team around them, what's already been tried. That's why I work collaboratively with families, SENCOs, and practitioners to find what works for this child in this context.
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I hold a Masters in Autism and have worked as a Specialist Teacher in Swale for 8 years, but what matters more than qualifications is the ability to really see a child, understand their strengths, and help the adults around them build on those strengths together.
About me
I specialise in autism, early years, and Key Stage 1, with a particular focus on child-centred, strengths-based approaches. My academic background includes a BA Hons in Primary Education (Early Years and Key Stage 1) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism in Children.
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I'm trained in evidence-based approaches including Intensive Interaction, SCERTS, the Curiosity Approach, PROACT SCIPr, SPELL, TEACCH, and Makaton. I've also developed expertise in emotional regulation, social communication (including Social Stories), PDA-informed practice, Gestalt Language Processing, and Sensory Processing and Interoception.
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I continually update my practice through conferences like TES SEND and ongoing professional development, because the field evolves and so should we.
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But honestly? The most important part of my work isn't the training I've done - it's the ability to listen, observe, and work collaboratively with the people who know each child best. That's where the real magic happens.
Contact
We'd love to hear from you! Whether you have a question about our services, want to discuss a specific child's needs, or explore training options, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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We look forward to connecting with you!
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Email: jamie@yourspecialistteacher.com
We aim to respond to all emails within 2-3 business days.
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WhatsApp: 07440 160004 -
For quick questions and convenient communication.
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