Meet Your Teacher

Amanda Parsons – Educational Specialist

With a BA Dip Ed and a Masters in Special Education, I have over twenty-five years teaching experience. My teaching career began at MUSEC (Macquarie University Special Education Centre) and I have taught in both Australian and British schools. I am an accredited SPELD (Specific Learning Difficulties Association) NSW Tutor, a teaching member of LDA (Learning Difficulties Australia) and a Sounds-Write Practitioner. I was the recipient of the Macquarie University Diana Terry Award for Excellence in Special Education.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
  • Diploma in Education
  • Master of Arts (Special Education)

We cannot thank Amanda enough for her passion in education and assisting those children who don’t quite fit the traditional learning mould. Helping children to reach their potential is a testament to her knowledge and passion as an educator. The children of the Southern Highlands could not be in better hands.

Eva Blake

When I think of you I think you are the most kind teacher I have ever met. Awesome .. Marvellous .. Always kind .. Nice .. Delightful .. Adoring

James, age 9

“Amanda tutored my son with learning difficulties for approximately 2 years. Being an anxious learner, Amanda’s calm, patient style, coupled with her intuitive teaching methods, resulted in him achieving outstanding gains and significantly increased confidence. I cannot recommend Amanda more highly. Simply amazing.”

Katherine Pratt