Hi, I’m Carolyn Baines. I have always been passionate about
teaching, learning and helping students to reach their full potential.
There was never a doubt that I would end up as a teacher.
I have 28 years teaching experience and before emigrating to
New Zealand in 1998, held the position of Deputy Principal of a
school based in Staffordshire.
The move to NZ with my husband and three children has been one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences for us all. During the last nine years here in NZ I implemented a programme, initially to one school based in the Hawkes Bay, with the result being the establishment of the programme nationwide. Apart from becoming the Quality Assurance Manager for this programme, and sole trainer for the team of regional people throughout the country, I also managed the administration staff and was responsible for liasing with Government agencies and managed the legalities of running a business.
I am now one of the Directors of SPEC, a newly formed, not for profit, organisation. My role is Curriculum Development & Quality Assurance Manager.
1289 Ada Street, Hastings 4122, New Zealand.
Telephone: (06) 877-
info@spec.org.nz
Having worked for many years in the banking industry and having been away from the paid workforce for some time raising my four children, I had the opportunity to work with Carolyn in the education industry for some three years.
Working together and learning about the self directed learning approach, followed by brainstorming ideas based around the New Zealand Education system has allowed this exciting new programme to come together, with input from New Zealand teachers, who have had experience and seen many positive outcomes from students working with this model.
Carolyn Baines
SPEC About Us
Vanessa and I have extensive experience in running a nationwide operation. We have skills and qualities that compliment one another. Our shared enthusiasm and motivation to provide an excellent service, along with newly written materials for New Zealand students, is our main focus for SPEC.
We both look forward to working with you.
Vanessa van Kampen
I am now one of the Directors of SPEC with my role being that of Finance & Administration Manager, along with sharing Carolyn’s enthusiasm for engaging and educating our future generations.