Today’s interview is a beautifully rich conversation with the incredible Alicia Armstrong.

Alicia (she/her) is an alternative educator who runs nature and play based programs for children of all ages. She has a background in Special Education teaching and worked with students with additional needs for 8 years prior to beginning her new venture as an alternative educator. She passionately brings focus to areas such as social engagement, developing self-esteem and a sense of self, processing big emotions in a safe space and cultivating a sense of community, throughout her programs. Her knowledge of the schooling system has come in handy and now is the basis of bringing to life an opportunity for children to flourish in all areas, including confidently being themselves.

In this episode, Jess and Alicia speak about:

·  Alicia’s work in creating The Haven Education (her nature play and education business) and the incredible programs that are offered within it

·  Alicia’s journey from Education Assistant to Special Education Teacher to opening her own alternative education organisation

·  How learning in nature helps to remove both physical and metaphorical walls that might prevent students from thriving

·  How to support your students to develop their self-esteem and process big emotions

·  The importance of educators becoming self-aware and attuned to their internal world so that they can guide their students on the same journey

·  The impact of opting for convenience and the missed opportunities that this can lead to

·  How Alicia has been able to cultivate organic community alongside her educational programs

·  Plus so much more!

You can find out more about Alicia and her work at the links below:

http://www.thehaveneducation.com

www.instagram.com/thehaven.education

www.facebook.com/thehaven.education

To connect with Jess and find out more about her services, follow these links:

www.jessicademunck.com

www.instagram.com/jessica.mason__

Hit play on this introductory episode to learn more about your host, former educator and Wellness Coach for Teachers, Jessica Mason.

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To connect with Jess and find out more about her services, follow these links:

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Teaching With Soul is a podcast created specifically for heart led teachers who know there’s more to life than seating plans, test scores and behaviour management. This podcast is an invitation to come back to YOU.

Hosted by former educator and Wellness Coach for Teachers, Jessica Mason, we explore topics like mindfulness, self-care, spirituality, social justice, shifting your beliefs, true rest and so much more… And all through the lens of being a teacher because let’s be honest, nobody truly understands this industry like we do!

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Until then, to connect with Jess and find out more about her services, follow these links:

Website

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