Jo has been a very successful teacher for 13 years, gaining her Drama degree in 2005 and qualifying as a secondary Drama teacher in 2007. Jo spent 4 years as Head of Drama and while specifically qualified in Drama she is skilled in teaching many subjects and in all key stages, from the early years foundation stage to post 16 giving her an excellent understanding of the curriculum. She has much experience in teaching those with special educational needs including dyslexia, dyspraxia and autism and also those with English as an additional language.

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Jo has always enjoyed all elements of Drama, having gained experience in directing and stage management while at university, teaching and as Head of department, being a Theatre in Education workshop leader and in recent years teaching acting classes to children aged three to eleven years.