Jacqueline McMillian

Hello! My name is Jacqueline, but my family and friends call me Jackie.

I completed my studies at the University of Southern Mississippi, where I obtained a BSc in Elementary Education in 2015, followed by an MSc in Speech-Language Pathology in 2018. Before moving to the UK, I worked as a travelling Speech and Language Therapist for five years across Texas, California and the U.S. Virgin Islands, supporting both paediatric and adult populations across school and medical settings.

One of my most memorable experiences was working at an elementary school on an Air Force Base in Northern California. Growing up in a military family made this experience particularly meaningful, as I had the opportunity to work with students and families from all over the world alongside an incredible team of professionals.

Since joining Words First, I have had the opportunity to work in a specialist school for two years and within the NHS. These experiences have been some of the most rewarding of my career in London, allowing me to learn, grow and work alongside outstanding interdisciplinary teams.

The Words First value that resonates most with me is collaboration and support. No matter where I am working, I have always felt supported by the Words First team. Whether I have a question, need advice or simply want to share ideas, there is always a knowledgeable and supportive team member willing to help.

Outside of work, my family and friends mean the world to me, and I love spending time with the people closest to me. If you asked my best friend to describe me, I think she would say I’m funny, nurturing and protective – qualities that I bring to both my personal and professional relationships.