Allison Mertz

• Taught Spanish 1 and 2 to students in grades 9-12
• Managed classroom through fostering relationships with students as well as strong daily routines
• Delivered instruction aligned with district curriculum utilizing strategies based off of techniques from “Teach like a Champion” by Doug Lemov
• Integrated technology in a 1:1 classroom using district online platform, JT Learn, and Google Classroom to disseminate, receive, and grade classroom materials
• Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
• Served 3 years on the District Summer Curriculum Committee

Created district assessments and curriculum

Met bi-monthly to revise curriculum based off of assessment data.

• Sponsored Joliet West’s National Honors Society for 2 years

Facilitated coordination of volunteers at community events

Organized the Tiny Tiger’s Fun Fair; a student-run school event that benefits children with life-threatening illnesses and donates money to respective charities

• Sponsored Joliet West’s Spanish club for 3 years

Promoted the interest of Spanish through Speaking, cultural experiences, and community outreach

• Coached Freshman cheer for one season and male poms for two seasons

Choreographed a routine and focused on team-building and leadership skills among athletes

• Served on the District Strategic planning committee

Devised a plan to implement an internship program and enhance the structure of the district’s academy structure

• Facilitated the Mentor 2.0 program; a collaboration between Joliet’s Big Brothers Big Sisters organization that set-up students in my classroom with mentors
• Worked at athletic events such as basketball games, football games, and cheerleading competitions selling tickets, volleyball games operating scoreboards, and track meets facilitating shot put events.

• Devised individual lesson plans with students ranging from first grade through college
• Helped all students accomplish their goals of obtaining at least a B in their course
• Increased student confidence in their language ability
• Formed strong and meaningful relationships with students

• YTT-200 (Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative)
• Prenatal Certified
• Kids Yoga Certified
• Led up to 4 classes per week.
• Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
• Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
• Arrived early to set up room, greet students and answer questions
• Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service
• Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration